Labor Supervisor

Louisville Metro Government; Louisville (KY); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Louisville Metro Government is seeking a Public Works Supervisor to oversee multiple crews engaged in road construction, road maintenance, property upkeep, and sign/markings programs. The role reports to management and communicates daily on progress and priorities.

You will plan, coordinate, and evaluate projects with internal and external stakeholders, enforce safety protocols, and respond to citizen concerns while ensuring compliance with standards and regulations for public works operations.

Formación

• Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline.
• Four (4) years of road or drainage construction or maintenance experience.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be substituted.

Responsabilidades

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates staff, handling employee concerns and performance evaluations.
• Plans, develops, organizes and evaluates road, maintenance, and signs/markings programs for standards and regulations.
• Coordinates projects with internal and external stakeholders.
• Enforces safety procedures to ensure the safety of daily operations.
• Investigates citizen complaints and provides solutions to road condition problems.
• Operates and understands survey equipment and related field activities.

Educación

Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline

Herramientas

Survey equipment

Descripción del empleo

Summary Objective

The purpose of this position is to supervise multiple work crews involved in road construction, road maintenance, property maintenance, right-of-way signs and markings, snow removal and other public works projects.

This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through daily communication and periodic meetings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, coaching, disciplining, and completing employee performance evaluations.
• Inspects, coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress;
• Inspects and verifies completed work assignments daily; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Plans, develops, organizes and evaluates public road construction, road maintenance, property maintenance and signs and markings programs for compliance to standards and regulations and recommends modifications and improvements.
• Provides technical assistance and instruction concerning the daily operation, use of signs and markings, and all construction equipment and materials.
• Coordinates road construction, road maintenance, property maintenance and signs and markings projects and activities with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assists and prepares reports.
• Enforces safety procedures to ensure. overall safety of daily operations.
• Investigates citizen complaints and provides solutions to road condition and maintenance problems.
• Monitors and reports weather and road condition and implements recommended plan of action for snow and ice removal, clearing roads of downed tree and debris from storms, floods and other disasters.
• Conducts field surveys, drafts plans and drawings, provides specifications and work schedules for maintenance projects and activities.
• Performs related work as assigned.

PUBLIC WORKS

• Coordinates projects with utility companies and provides information on road projects.
• Reviews road, utility easement, and right-of-way plans to determine accuracy and conformance to laws, regulations and engineering principles.
• Attends meetings, provides information, and answers questions concerning public works operations and projects.
• Reviews and processes payroll on a daily basis.
• Operates and understands survey equipment.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline.
• Four (4) years of road or drainage construction or maintenance or related experience.

EQUIVALENCY: An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be substituted.

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA.
• Must be on 24-hour call, as needed.
• Must work a varied schedule.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT):

• Involves routine and frequent exposure to: o Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen. o Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions. o Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife. o Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors. o Traffic; Moving machinery.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

STANDARD CLAUSES

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.