Transportation Maintenance Manager

We're looking for a Transportation Maintenance Manager who will provide leadership, oversight, and operational direction for the City’s transportation maintenance systems and related public works field operations. The position is responsible for reliable daily operations, roadway and right-of-way maintenance, traffic control support, infrastructure stewardship, and continuous improvement of transportation services that support public safety, mobility, economic activity, and quality of life in the community.

Working under the general direction of the Assistant Public Works Director, you will also lead workforce development through structured training matrices and drive cross-divisional alignment across all Public Works operations.

If you are a strong leader who can balance field operations experience with sound judgment, workforce accountability, safety, customer service, and clear communication, the position may be for you. The ideal candidate understands that successful transportation management depends on safe roadways, responsive service delivery, well-well-trained employees, reliable equipment, accurate work planning, proactive maintenance, and disciplined follow-through.

You bring a systematic approach to operations by developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive asphalt and drainage training matrices to track employee competencies, equipment qualifications, safety requirements, and proficiency levels, as well as a technical operations matrix to outline procedures and operational standards. You excel in interdepartmental communication and coordination, demonstrating a high level of expertise in bridging operational gaps, fostering strong working relationships across all Public Works divisions, and aligning teams toward common departmental objectives.

Works under the general direction of the Assistant Public Works Director. Works independently with considerable latitude for discretion and judgment. Work is evaluated through conferences and performance review of the results obtained.

Exercises supervision directly over a subordinate staff of street and maintenance personnel in the Public Works Department.

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, Transportation Management, Business Administration, or a closely related field is preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in transportation maintenance, streets operations, public works operations, infrastructure maintenance, construction, or closely related public infrastructure services.
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory, lead, or management experience in transportation, public works, construction, maintenance, or a closely related field operations environment.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

• Possession of a valid Arizona Driver License or ability to obtain one within a timeframe established by the City
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is desirable or may be required based on operational assignment.
• Traffic control, roadway maintenance, pavement preservation, work zone safety, or public works-related certifications are desirable.
• Ability to obtain or maintain certifications necessary to support transportation operations, safety, and field maintenance responsibilities, as assigned.

Knowledge

Thorough knowledge of transportation maintenance operations, roadway infrastructure systems, right-of-way…