Maintenance and Operations Crew Chief - Traffic Engineering Job Richmond area,Virginia USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

The anticipated max hiring range is $52,169 - $62,000.

The City of Richmond Department of Public Works-Traffic Engineering Sign Division is seeking highly qualified candidates to fill the position of Maintenance and Operations Crew Chief
. The incumbent is responsible for providing oversight of maintenance operations and quality control related to pavement markings.

Providing oversight of pavement marking installation and maintenance work
Inspecting the work of assigned crew members, providing technical guidance, inspecting completed projects, and submit reports of work completed
Supervising assigned staff, scheduling staff assignments and projects, determining work performance standards, conducting performance evaluations, and providing direction to staff
Providing oversight of vehicle and equipment maintenance
Coordinating assigned functions with other divisions and departments
Recommending project priorities and work methods, requisition of required materials, equipment, and supplies required for completion of projects
Interacting with the public to resolve concerns, answer questions, and provide information regarding right of sign maintenance activities
Performing other related duties as assigned

** City of Richmond Department of Public Works employees who work in this class are considered Essential Personnel and will be required to work beyond normal work schedules, during declared emergencies and major weather events, as well as nights, weekend, holidays and on-call.**

MINIMUM TRAINING AND

EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or GED.
One (1) year of college or specialized training in area of focus.
Two (2) years of equipment operation/driving experience or maintenance experience in the area related to assignment.
An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification.

LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

A valid Commonwealth of Virginia Commercial driver's license with a satisfactory driving record, within six (6) months of hire date.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

TYPICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
These are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.

Knowledge (some combination of the following):

Applicable local codes and ordinances
Storm water infrastructure and basic drainage
Material Safety Data Sheets
Forecasting and planning
Safety rules and regulations

Skills (some combination of the following):

Effective oral/written communication
Operating heavy equipment
Operating hand tools
Mathematical calculations
Computer proficiency including GIS systems
Operating commercial equipment
People Management
Training
Customer Service
Documenting
Making minor repairs on equipment

Abilities (some combination of the following):

Work autonomously
Self-manage
Communicate with diverse populations
Read maps
Problem solve
Organize

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS:

Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. The essential duties of this classification may require the ability to regularly stand, walk, push, pull, finger, talk, see, hear and use repetitive motion; frequently feel, grasp, frequently talk and hear; and occasionally balance, stoop, crouch, stand, pull, grasp, and feel.

The working conditions may include environmental hazards. In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to move objects.