Maintenance And Construction Supervisor/ Roads

Salary: $5,611.32 - $6,820.49 Monthly

Location : Mariposa, CA

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 16-01058

Department: Public Works

Division: Roads

Opening Date: 09/11/2024

Description Mariposa County's Public Works department has one (1) vacancy for a Maintenance and Construction Supervisor/ Roads . Only online applications will be accepted. DEFINITION
To coordinate, supervise and participate in the work of crews engaged in the construction, maintenance and repair of County roads, culverts and related structures in assigned geographical area; may supervise a brushing crew engaged in the maintenance, care, removal of trees along roadways and right-of-ways; to order and maintain adequate inventory of parts, materials and supplies; to maintain accurate logs, records and reports; and to perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direction from the Road Superintendent, Assistant Director of Public Works - Operations, and Public Works Director.

Exercises direct supervision over subordinate maintenance workers.

Examples of Duties EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Coordinates, supervises and participates in the construction, maintenance and repair of roads and related structures.

Trains, supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel; recommends and implements disciplinary processes as necessary.

Conducts safety meetings; trains maintenance and construction staff in the proper use of heavy equipment and related tools.

Interprets and ensures subordinates' compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, County and department policies and procedures, and standards of quality and safety.

Receives, reviews, schedules and delegates work assignments, and ensures completion of tasks in a timely manner.

Inspects job sites; plans for proper traffic control at work sites; ensures necessary equipment is serviced and moved to sites; posts signs and blasts rock if necessary; marks rights-of-way on construction sites.

Prepares field estimates of road materials and supplies needed for construction and repair projects.

Supervises and performs a variety of road construction, maintenance and repair work, including but not limited to grading dirt and graveled roads, widening turns, widening shoulders, repairing bridges, filling ditches, reconstructing small stretches of roads, building forms, patching holes and filling cracks, repairing guard rails, cattle guards and fences, etc.

Supervises and performs concrete work in the construction of culverts and related structures.

Inspects roads, pipes and culverts during adverse weather conditions; cleans/unplugs culverts and diverts storm water flow as needed; clears brush, debris, rocks, trees from roads, and repairs washouts.

May oversee, direct the work of subordinate staff, and take part in the trimming, felling, and removal of trees.

Assists in coordinating and participates in snow removal and road sanding operations.

Removes animal carcasses along County roadways.

Responds to emergency situations with appropriate equipment and manpower.

Operates and performs minor maintenance on a variety of light and heavy equipment, including motor graders, loaders, back hoes, bulldozers, compactors, rollers, snow plows, power brooms, trucks and pick-up trucks; conducts periodic equipment safety checks.

Maintains a variety of logs, records and reports related to assigned projects.

Assists in coordinating division activities with those of other divisions, departments and agencies as appropriate.

Contacts utility companies, business and property owners, and others affected by road construction work.

Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance, concerns and complaints in areas of responsibility.

Minimum Qualifications Experience:
Four years of experience in the maintenance and construction of roads, at least one year of which was in a lead capacity.


Education:
High school diploma or GED equivalent.


Additional Requirements:
Possession of a valid California Class "A" driver's license.
Under certain circumstances, the Human Resources Director may accept a valid driver's license from another State if applicant acknowledges his/her intent to acquire a California driver's license within three months by signing an acknowledgement form.
A copy of your Class 'A" driver's license must be attached to your application. Supplemental Information

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:
Pertinent federal, state and local laws, regulations, codes and ordinances.

County and department policies and procedures.

Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.

Road construction and maintenance methods, materials, tools and equipment.

Safe use and maintenance of construction and maintenance tools and equipment, including heavy construction vehicles.

Record-keeping and report preparation procedures.

English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Basic mathematics including fractions and percentages.

Safe work practices.

Ability to:
Understand, interpret and apply pertinent federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations, codes and ordinances, and County policies and procedures.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions independently.

Train, supervise, inspect and evaluate the work of subordinate staff.

Determine work priorities and effectively coordinate and schedule resources and staff to perform activities and projects within time limits.

Read and understand construction plans and slope stakes.

Operate department vehicles, equipment and tools with skill and in a safe manner.

Perform minor maintenance, repair and adjustment of assigned equipment.

Perform heavy manual work.

Quickly diagnose maintenance problems and implement corrective action.

Maintain accurate records and prepare reports in a timely manner.

Perform required mathematical computations with accuracy.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Interpret division projects and programs to the public.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in an office and field environment.
Incumbent drives on surface streets, traverses uneven terrain on foot, and may be exposed to traffic and construction hazards, fire hazards, machinery hazards, electrical currents, adverse weather conditions, temperature and noise extremes, wetness, humidity, heights, fumes, dusts, air contaminants, odors, solvents, grease/oil, toxic or caustic chemicals, vibration.


TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires the mobility to work in an office and field environment.
Requires the ability to sit at desk for long periods of time and intermittently walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach while performing office duties and/or field work; lift and/or move up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools and controls.
Must be able to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading and writing, and operating office and field equipment.
Must be able to use a telephone to communicate verbally.

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive.
Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document.

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Possession of a valid California driver's license is required for this recruitment.
Under certain circumstances, the Human Resources Director may accept a valid driver's license from another State if applicant acknowledges his/her intent to acquire a California driver's license within three months by signing an acknowledgement form.
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One of the requirements of this position is a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
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A valid Type A driver's license is required to be attached to qualify for this position.
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