Supervisor - Public Works; Civil Service

Supervisor – Transportation & Public Works

The Supervisor – Transportation & Public Works directly supervises and oversees the work of crews performing streets and public works maintenance and repair.

• Supervises, oversees, monitors, and provides direction for labor crews working to maintain and repair streets and other public works infrastructure in the City; assigns, monitors, and reviews workers equipment, facilities, materials, and tools based on short-term priorities; provides technical direction and daily operational decisions.
• Adheres to work priorities and ensures appropriate delegation of work tasks and orders; monitors and manages project schedules, resources, and detailed work plans established by upper level management.
• Inspects, evaluates, and reviews work completed by crews and employees for quality and safety standards; provides training to new employees or crew leaders and ensures all permits are pulled and materials and equipment used professionally.
• Ensures production goals are met in a timely manner and works to increase productivity; checks and monitors for cleanliness of tools and equipment; directs, supervises, and oversees the clean‑up activities around the work site to leave premises clean and safe.
• Assists and supports the hiring process for employees and maintenance workers; attends and participates in job fairs and being on interview panels for new workers; evaluates staff and enforces disciplinary measures for field employees.
• Provides quality customer service by communicating effectively with customers and responding to issues or concerns timely and professionally.
• Performs any and all other work as required or assigned.

• Knowledge of equipment, tools, and methods used in various construction repairs.
• Knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, building, roofing, painting, masonry, glazing, floor coverings, sprinkler systems, machinery, equipment, HVAC equipment and refrigeration principles.
• Knowledge of cashiering and collecting practices, procedures, and techniques.
• Ability to read various schematic diagrams and blueprints.
• Supervising staff and making work delegations and assignments.
• Inspecting work and determining quality and general standards.
• Leading, directing, and monitoring crews performing labor.
• Knowledge of standard colors, configuration, and placement of lane markings and traffic signs.
• Knowledge and understanding of safety procedures.
• Ability to read, write, and develop reports.
• Establishing and maintaining strong relationships.
• Understanding traffic laws and street maintenance activities.

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Four (4) years of experience in the operation/maintenance/repair of street, roadway, bridge, and/or storm drainage structures (e.g., levees, creeks, and channels). AND Two (2) years of lead work or supervisory responsibilities. (This experience may be included in the required experience listed.)
• Equivalency: An associate degree or higher in an engineering or construction management field, plus two (2) years of the required experience, including two (2) years of the stated lead work/supervisory responsibilities, will meet the education and experience requirements.
• Licenses and
  
  Certifications:
  
  Valid Texas Class A or B commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a good driving record (or equivalent license from another state). Candidates with an out-of-state driver’s license must obtain a Texas Class A or B CDL within the probationary period.

Range: $27.45 – $32.58 per hour. The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.