Streets Lead Operator

General Statement of Duties

The Street Lead Operator serves as the front-line supervisor for the Streets Department by leading daily field operations and working alongside assigned employees to safely and efficiently maintain the City's transportation infrastructure. This position provides supervision, training, performance management, and coordination of assigned crews while promoting accountability, teamwork, and quality workmanship. The Street Lead Operator assists the Street Supervisor in planning and delivering reliable public works services and responds to emergencies and after-hours callouts as required.

Works under the immediate supervision of the Street Supervisor.

Provides direct supervision, work direction, training, mentoring, and performance evaluation of assigned Public Works employees. Assists with employee selection, development, coaching, and disciplinary processes as appropriate while promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork.

• Leads daily field operations by working alongside assigned crews to complete maintenance and construction activities safely, efficiently, and to established standards.
• Provides day-to-day leadership, training, and mentoring to assigned employees.
• Promotes accountability, teamwork, and a positive safety culture by leading through example.
• Ensures work is completed in accordance with established quality, safety, and departmental standards.
• Coordinates crew members, equipment, materials, and traffic control to support efficient field operations.
• Identifies operational issues and recommends practical solutions to improve safety, efficiency, and service.
• Assists the Street Supervisor with work planning, project coordination, equipment needs, and employee development.
• Performs and oversees street maintenance activities including asphalt repair, crack sealing, signage, striping, drainage maintenance, snow and ice control, and right-of-way maintenance.
• Performs and oversees the safe operation of heavy equipment, vehicles, and specialized tools.
• Monitors the condition of equipment and coordinates routine maintenance and repairs.
• Maintains accurate work records, reports, and documentation.
• Responds to emergencies, weather events, after-hours callouts, and other public works incidents as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and accountability in all interactions.
• Maintains a respectful, positive, and customer-focused attitude.
• Communicates effectively with employees, supervisors, contractors, other departments, and the public.
• Shares information promptly to support safe, efficient, and coordinated operations.
• Represents the Public Works Department and the City in a professional manner.
• Serves as a positive leader and role model within the organization and the community.

• Ability to lead by example, mentor employees, promote accountability, and foster a positive, service-oriented team culture.
• Ability to lead, supervise, and develop a street maintenance crew.
• Knowledge of street construction, maintenance, repair methods, and materials.
• Ability to plan and coordinate personnel, equipment, materials, and daily work activities.
• Ability to inspect work for quality, accuracy, and compliance with standards.
• Knowledge of the City's streets, utilities, and public infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, maps, and grade stakes.
• Knowledge of equipment operation, grading, excavation, asphalt, concrete, and traffic control practices.
• Knowledge of workplace safety practices.
• Working knowledge of applicable City, State, and Federal laws, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to prepare reports, maintain records, and utilize computers and mobile technology.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, other departments, and the public.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and material estimates.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the position in a safe and…