Public Works Assistant Superintendent: Lead & Grow

Agupdate; Kearny, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Kearny is seeking an Assistant Public Works Superintendent to assist in the administration and supervision of the Department of Public Works. You will help plan and coordinate construction, maintenance, and repair of public works facilities, supervise personnel and work assignments, and help prepare budgets and specifications.

This full-time position offers a path to become Public Works Superintendent within the first year, with benefits and a strong union framework.

Qualifications

• Four years of supervisory experience in public works construction, maintenance or similar heavy work.
• CPWM certification is required.
• Valid New Jersey driver’s license; Class B CDL or willingness to obtain within one year.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating construction, maintenance, and repair of public works facilities.
• Supervise personnel and work assignments; prepare budgets and specifications.
• Ensure safe and efficient department operations; respond to emergencies as directed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Driver's license

Education

CPWM certification

Engineering coursework substitution for experience

Job description

The Town of Kearny is seeking an Assistant Public Works Superintendent to assist in the administration and supervision of the Department of Public Works. You will help plan and coordinate construction, maintenance, and repair of public works facilities, supervise personnel and work assignments, and help prepare budgets and specifications.

This full-time position offers a path to become Public Works Superintendent within the first year, with benefits and a strong union framework.