Deputy Streets Superintendent

JOB OPENING

CITY OF FARMINGTON

JOB POSITION #49: Deputy Streets Superintendent

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1

DEPARTMENT: Community Works/Streets

WORK LOCATION: MOC

HIRING RANGE: $25.7762 - $40.0556/hourly

DAYS WORKED: Monday - Friday

HOURS WORKED: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

TYPE OF POSITION: Regular, Full-Time

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED: Open Until Filled

JOB DUTIES

NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES A CLASS B COMMERICAL DRIVERS LICENSE (CDL).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Works under the supervision of the Streets Superintendent. This position is a part of a succession plan for the Streets Superintendent. Serves as Acting Streets Superintendent when required.

Provides input to Community Works Director and City Engineer on street/drainage de sign and redesign issues.

Coordinates any work done by the Streets Division for other City departments.

Assists the Streets Superintendent in planning, directing and administering programs, activities and operations of the Streets Division. Performs administrative and supervisory work necessary to coordinate and supervise the maintenance of street and storm sewer systems within the city, including all paved and unpaved streets and alleys, roadsides, City-owned parking lots and rights-of-way. This includes the following programs: street sweeping, herbicide spraying, irrigation crossings, storm drainage system maintenance, snow removal, various street maintenance and new construction activities, building demolition, material handling, roadside maintenance and weed cutting. Also supervises any new street or concrete construction performed by the Streets Division.

Performs a variety of administrative and supervisory duties with crews engaged in the construction, repair and maintenance of: streets, alleys, parking lots, and right-of-ways. This includes crack sealing, paving, blading, guardrails, storm drainage systems, snow removal, flood control, other assigned projects.

Using excellent customer service skills, establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the general public.

Operates a motor vehicle to assist in carrying out the business of the department and the City.

Designates job assignments to crew members.

Coordinates division crews to insure that assigned projects are completed.

May conduct snow removal course if needed.

Assists in assigning routes for salt trucks and drivers for the resurfacing program.

Ensures inventory of necessary materials and equipment and maintenance to keep in proper working order.

Calculates and purchases materials when needed.

Ensures work is completed according to all City standards, blueprints and division guidelines.

Reviews time sheets including stand-by and call-out hours. Schedules overtime hours.

Provides leadership and direction in the development of short- and long-range plans; coordinates department activities with other departments and agencies as needed.

Provides advice to supervisors; communicates official plans, policies and procedures to staff and the administrative public in assigned area of responsibility.

Assures that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within budget; assures effective and efficient use of personnel, materials, facilities, and time.

Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites work flow; studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.

Issues written and oral instructions; assigns duties and examines work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures.

Maintains harmony among workers and may deal with grievances between employees.

Performs or assists subordinates in performing duties; adjusts errors and complaints.

Lays out daily work schedules and assigns tasks to appropriate individuals and coordinates the completion of the same.

Provides necessary supervision, direction, and assistance to crews at work sites. Enforces policies, regulations, and safety and health standards.

Determines, calculates and secures the appropriate materials and supplies for a specific project.

Improves work methods to accomplish assigned work.

Assists in projecting needs for equipment, materials and supplies. Assists in the preparation of specifications, estimates, and bids for machinery, equipment, and contractor services.

Assures that tools and equipment are properly maintained and kept in proper working condition.

Assists in interviewing and hiring