Public Works Assistant Superintendent

The Village of Hebron is seeking an Assistant Superintendent for the Public Works Department.

Applications may be found online at https://www.hebronvillage.org/job-postings-bids-auctions and mailed or submitted in person to the Village of Hebron, 934 W. Main Street, Hebron, Ohio 43025. Applications may also be submitted electronically to deborah.morgan@hebronvillage.org

The Village of Hebron offers an attractive benefits package including:

- Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance, Healthiest You Plan and an Employee Assistance Program. All of these are paid 100% by the Village of Hebron, depending on which plan option the employee selects.

- Paid Vacation after 1 year of service, 12 paid holidays and sick leave

- Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)

- Deferred Compensation (optional)

This job posting will remain open until filled.

Reports To: Public Works Superintendent or Village Administrator.

Hourly Pay Range: Starts $27.08 - Maximum $33.86

Reports to: Public Works Superintendent or Village Administrator.

General Description:

This is a full-time, mid-level position that is required to work overtime, evenings, weekends, or respond to after-hours calls when needed. The incumbent will be required to perform a variety of manual, semi-skilled and skilled duties and responsibilities associated with the maintenance, construction, and renovation of village owned streets, sidewalks, cemetery, buildings and parks. The incumbent will also be required to manage employees and serve as the acting Public Works Superintendent in his/her absence for any administrative and office functions.

Typical Working Conditions:

Work is regularly performed in an outside environment. The Assistant Superintendent drives on Village streets, operates heavy machinery on Village streets and construction sites. Traverse uneven terrain on foot. May be exposed to traffic and construction hazards, fire hazards, electrical currents, air contaminants, adverse weather conditions, temperature and noise extremes, wetness, humidity, heights, confined spaces, fumes, dusts, odors, toxic or caustic chemicals, pathogens, solvents, grease/oil, vibration.

Job Functions:

A. General

Drives and operates various vehicles and equipment, including but not limited to: trucks, dump truck, bucket truck, tractors, boom mower, backhoe, excavator, skid steer and mowers.

• Performs various standard tasks using manual and powered equipment including, but not limited to: drills, power saws, shovels, rakes, pitch forks, mowers, broom, string trimmers, transit, wheel barrows, tampers, compressors, chippers, chainsaws and jackhammers.
• Provides leadership and assistance to subordinate Operators and Laborers on assigned projects
• Receives training in the operation and care of vehicles and equipment.
• Participates in employee training and observes and promotes all established safety procedures.
• Cleans, organizes, and maintains vehicles, facilities, tools, and equipment.
• Performs general and preventative maintenance on all vehicles, equipment and facilities as appropriate.
• Transports equipment, tools, and materials to and from job sites.
• Loads and unloads materials from trucks.
• Stocks vehicles with necessary equipment and material.
• Assists in developing plans for improvements to village infrastructure and coordinate materials acquisition and installation.
• Assists in estimating and obtaining needed materials and supplies for the department.
• Keeps Public Works Superintendent informed of unusual or detrimental conditions including equipment malfunctions and process problems.
• Assists with special events, including set up and tear down of equipment, traffic control, site clean-up.
• Performs tree trimming, brush pickup and storm cleanup activities.
• Perform heavy equipment work on Village infrastructure in tight spaces with a high level of skill and precision, minimizing collateral damage.
• May receive inquiries, requests for assistance, concerns and complaints from the public regarding public works projects and programs.

B. Streets, Highways, Curbs, Sidewalks and Right-Of-Ways

• Assists with maintenance and repair of Village roads, curbs, sidewalks and rights-of-way. This includes, but not limited to: asphalt repairs, concrete repairs and installation; such as curbs, gutters and sidewalks.
• Installs street signs and the striping of streets and parking lots.
• Assists with work zone traffic control, which includes setting up barricades, warning signs, cones, and flagging traffic.
• Maintains roadside ditches, drainage areas and shoulders. This includes, but not limited to: ditching, removing weeds and applying herbicides.
• Removes trash from rights-of-way, and other public spaces.
• Snow removal upon the direction of the Superintendent.

C. Parks

• Use of vehicles and equipment that helps in performing general landscaping work including mowing, trimming, weeding, mulching, and planting.
• Maintains park grounds by removing weeds and applying fertilizer and herbicides.
• Performs general maintenance of bleachers, benches, tables, playground equipment and other park facilities and buildings.
• Remove trash from all park grounds.
• Install and maintain park signage.
• Install and maintain striping of parking lots.
• Maintenance of walking paths.

D. Cemetery

• May assist the Superintendent and Fiscal Officer with the coordination and scheduling the process for opening and closing of graves.
• Use of vehicles and equipment that helps in performing general landscaping work including mowing, trimming, weeding, mulching, and planting.
• Maintains cemetery grounds by removing weeds and applying fertilizer and herbicides.
• Operate heavy equipment to open and close graves.

E. Stormwater Management

• Assists with installation and maintenance of the Village storm sewer system.
• Assist with stormwater construction inspections, which includes site visits and filing reports.
• Assist with the marking of OUPS tickets as it pertains to the Village stormwater system.

F. Other

• Provide directions to the Laborer, Equipment Operator I and Equipment Operator II employees as delegated by the Superintendent.
• Performs all other duties assigned by the Superintendent or by the Village Administrator.

Abilities, Knowledge and Skills:

The Public Works Assistant Superintendent must possess the following attributes:

• Ability to maintain a consistent teamwork mentality.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement within areas of responsibility.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedules.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with the general public, other departments, vendors, contractors, OUPS, and various government agencies/officials in order to obtain or disseminate information related to the essential functions of this position.
• Ability to work in undesirable, hazardous work areas in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, elected officials.
• Ability to motivate and encourage subordinates to work in challenging situations.
• Ability to work with diverse backgrounds and individuals to accomplish the tasks.
• Knowledge of the Village of Hebron’s policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of standards related to public works maintenance and construction projects.
• Knowledge of safe and proper operation and maintenance needs of light and heavy-duty equipment
• Knowledge of safe and proper use of other tools and equipment used in public works construction and maintenance operations.
• Knowledge of general use and purpose of construction and maintenance materials.
• Knowledge of proper ground maintenance and equipment operating procedures.
• Knowledge of modern principles, practices, techniques, equipment, materials and tools used in public works construction and maintenance operations.
• Advanced leadership and team management skills and possess a basic understanding of human resources management skills and techniques.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, time management and organizational skills.
• Computer skills and knowledge in use of word and excel.

Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED equivalent.
• Maintain a valid Ohio motor vehicle license with CDL Class B Endorsement.
• Maintain a driving record that meets the underwriting guidelines for the Village insurer.
• ODA Commercial Applicators License with categories: Core, 5, 6C, 8, 10D.
• Five (5) years of experience in parks, streets, and/or operating equipment.
• Must have extensive knowledge and ability to operate equipment.

Typical Physical Requirements:

Requires the mobility and stamina to exert strenuous physical effort in a field environment. Requires the ability to operate vehicles and heavy equipment. Walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach while performing field work. Required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally. Use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools and controls. Tasks require visual and sound perception and discrimination, and oral communications ability.

The Village of Hebron is an equal opportunity employer.

Successful applicants must pass a BCI background check and preemployment drug screening.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.08 - $33.86 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• parks, streets, and/or operating equipment: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• ohio drivers license with CDL class B endorsement (Required)
• ODA Commercial Applicators License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27 - $34