- Salary
- $49k+/yr
- Location
- Panama City, FL, FL
- Education
- High School
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Under the general guidance and leadership of the Director of Public Works, this is a complex and specialized construction, maintenance, repair and operational work performed by the Maintenance Division of the City's Streets and Drainage in the Public Works Department. Strong working knowledge and experience in construction, repair and maintenance of bridges, asphalt, concrete, turf management, pipe laying, masonry, carpentry, demolition of structures, tree trimming and removal, heavy equipment, hand tools (power and manual), National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards, maintenance of traffic (MOT) and work zone safety and stormwater standards. This includes work in the routine day-to-day construction, maintenance, repair and operation of bridges, roadways, alleys, sidewalks and stormwater drainage systems on City facilities, infrastructure and related public works projects.
This is an emergency essential position that requires performance of emergency duties and actions to prepare, repair, and recover the City before, during, and after any adverse storm events (hurricane, tornado, tropical storm, winter storm, ice storm, etc.) or other conditions (natural or manmade).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Performs as a leader within the Streets Department with direct supervision and mentorship of various levels of team members with varying skill sets.
- Plans, directs, assigns, inspects, approves and supervises the work of equipment. operators, trades workers (concrete, asphalt, masonry) and maintenance workers engaged in construction, maintenance and repair projects.
- Assigns and adjusts priorities for work projects.
- Transfers team members from one project to another as workload changes.
- Coordinates the use of available equipment to obtain maximum utility and convenience.
- Checks each project for progress and conformance to work plans.
- Recommend changes in work plans when indicated.
- Furnishes cost estimates to the Maintenance Superintendent for proposed construction and repair jobs.
- Demonstrates knowledge of City policies and trains others regarding policies and procedures.
- Assures the proper use and care of all facilities tools, equipment, materials and vehicles assigned to their crew.
- Promote safety practices and ensure all incidents and accidents are correctly reported and handled according to City policy and best practices.
- Resolves public complaints regarding City maintenance issues.
- Assures time and work records are maintained as required.
- Prepare reports as required.
- Attends meetings and keeps necessary records.
- Prepares budget information and assists in the ongoing maintenance of the budget, including adherence to the budget.
- Directs, organizes and implements maintenance activities of assigned cost centers.
- Recommends promotion, hiring and appropriate disciplinary action for personnel.
- Provides support for other Departments and Divisions within the City.
- Must be available for duty outside regular working hours.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- General and technical knowledge of the maintenance and repair of the current road and stormwater construction and maintenance methods.
- Knowledge of the use and maintenance of modern road construction equipment, ditch digging and mowing equipment, large and small dump trucks, machinery, tools, etc.
- Knowledge of Federal, State and Local environmental requirements as related to rights-of-way, streets, bridges and storm drains.
- Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions peculiar to this type of work.
- Knowledge of City, County and DOT street and stormwater systems.
- Knowledge of effective supervisory techniques.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative and team-focused working relationships with leaders, team members, other departments and the general public.
- Ability to establish and implement an effective safety program for team members.
- Ability to plan, schedule and supervise the work of others in a manner conducive to effective work performance and high morale.
- Ability to exercise judgment and initiative in interpreting and carrying out written/oral
instructions, which may be general in nature.
- Ability to read and understand plans and specifications.
- Ability to plan, layout, and supervise effective preventative maintenance and service calls
programs involving assigned cost centers.
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports and maintain required records.
- Ability to operate surveying equipment to determine grades and elevations, record, read and interpret elevation readings.
- High school diploma or acceptable general equivalency.
- Four years of progressively responsible public works experience, preferably at the local government level
- One year of supervisory-level experience.
- Valid Driver’s License
A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Summary:
- Occasionally: -Lift/Carry: 50+ lbs., Push/Pull: 40+ lbs., Squat/Kneel, Climb, Crawl
- Frequently: - Lift/Carry: 10-50 lbs., Push/Pull: 15-40 lbs., Bend, Reach Above Shoulder, Reach Outward.
- Constantly: Lift/Carry: 10 lbs. or less, Push/Pull: 15 lbs. or less, Twist/Turn, Stand, Walk, Handling/ Fine Motor Skills, Sit, Drive, Keyboarding.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Typical Work Conditions: Inside office, outside field inspections and supervision/training in all types of weather and environmental conditions.
These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
The City of Panama City is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative/ Action Employer.