Lead Maintenance Worker; Streets Division

The vacancy is for one (1) full-time position.
All new hires will begin at Step 1 ($31.56 per hour). Employees receive an annual 5% step increase until reaching the top step of the salary range, contingent upon satisfactory performance.

Under supervision, to perform more complex, difficult and skilled routine manual work in the maintenance, construction and repair of City parks, grounds, beaches, beach maintenance parks and related areas, wastewater (sewer), streets, buildings, facilities, and graffiti; lead, plan, train and review the work staff is responsible for performing; verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques and compliance with applicable standards and specifications;

perform lockout and tag out safety procedures; lead, manage, review and verify the work of assigned City contractors; respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; work with residents to minimize impact of projects on citizen's properties; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner; estimate time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned;

requisition materials as required; operate a variety of maintenance and repair tools and equipment; perform a variety of maintenance tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility; provide training to lower level personnel; may act as the division supervisor; may be required to routinely plan and coordinate work assignments for projects; perform other duties as assigned.

Works under general direction of the Street Supervisor and/or designee. If applicable, lead and train Maintenance Worker, Maintenance Worker I, Maintenance Worker II, temporary staff, and relevant personnel in the area assigned. May lead and direct the work of City contractors and vendors of area assigned.

Perform a wide variety of more complex, difficult and skilled work in construction and maintenance work involving the land, facilities and equipment of the City; operate hand and portable power tools pertaining to the assignment; drive or operate tractors, backhoes front end loaders, trucks, vacuums, vactors, cutters and other motor driven equipment; oversee and monitor the maintenance of tools used in the assignment;

lead and oversee a crew in the maintenance of an assigned area or project; train and motivate employees; work at heights using ground ladders and mechanical lifts, work below ground level in trenches and excavations; use chemicals and other supplies, some of which may be noxious or harmful to the body; wear protective clothing and equipment and oversee the personal protective equipment of working crew in the assigned area;

lead, plan, and secure worksites from traffic hazards as necessary; maintain detailed records; communicate by cell phone and email; read and interpret; operate city vehicles on public streets; plan and request materials or equipment needed and maintain work records; may work with contractors performing a variety of construction, inspection, and maintenance projects; maintain staff work schedules; process timecards; perform employee performance evaluations;

adhere to safety practices and wear personal protective equipment; may be subject to emergency call‑out work and to assist other departments as needed; may be required to work over‑time; may be subject to call‑back on weekends, after hours, and holidays; train and motivate less experienced staff; build and maintain positive working relationships with co‑workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service;

research and order replacement parts and consumables; write conditions of approval for sewer related encroachment…