Superintendant-Public Works Utilities

This is supervisory and technical work in the maintenance and construction of various public utilities projects. Employees in this class provide technical direction and field supervision to a staff of subordinates engaged in the maintenance and construction of diversified facilities, installations and structures. Responsibilities include coordinating employees, equipment and materials for projects, determining work methods and procedures, supervising field construction and maintenance work sites, and assuring that assignments are completed according to schedule and specifications.

Duties require the use of some independent judgment in selection of work methods, scheduling employees and execution of work orders. Supervision is exercised over subordinate equipment operators, trades employees and semi-skilled laborers through inspection of work in progress and upon completion. Supervision is received from a technical supervisor who reviews work in progress and upon completion for compliance with plans, specifications and schedules.

• High School diploma or GED and three (3) years of clerical or office experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Considerable knowledge of public utilities construction and maintenance methods and techniques and their application to various public utility projects.
• Considerable knowledge of the tools, equipment and materials used in public utilities construction and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the operating and maintenance characteristics of light and heavy mobile equipment used in public utilities construction and maintenance.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions required in the area of assignment.
• Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the geographical layout of the City.
• Ability to supervise subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and diagrams.
• Ability to keep records and prepare reports.