ROAD TECH SUPERVISOR

Chaves County; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Chaves County seeks a Supervisory position overseeing road maintenance, construction, and repair operations, including quality control and safety compliance. The role also manages solid waste and vector control within the Road Department.

The incumbent coordinates permits, ensures proper training, and reviews utility agreements; may assist with bridge coordination and reports in collaboration with NM entities. Strong leadership and English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Five years increasingly responsible experience in road construction and maintenance.
• Three years of supervisory capacity.
• Valid NM Class A CDL with acceptable driving record.
• No DWI convictions within the last 48 months.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Solid Waste Division, Vector Control, Engineering and Permits, Safety and Traffic Control for the Road Department.
• Coordinate Utility, Driveway, and Road Cut Permits and approve construction requests.
• Quality control for repair, construction, and maintenance in accordance with policies and guidelines.
• Train Road Department staff in operations and safety; supervise temporary employees.
• Review and approve utility permits; investigate public complaints and follow up to resolution.
• Assist Road Operations Director on bridge reports and coordination with NM counties and NM DOT.
• Attend meetings and keep the Road Operations Director informed of issues.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory

Management

Technical skills

Safety compliance

Communication

Public relations

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

College coursework substitution (up to 4 years)

Tools

MUTCD knowledge

Road construction equipment

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Supervisory position responsible for overseeing road maintenance, construction, and repair operations, including quality control and technical activities. This position manages and provides oversight of the department's solid waste and vector control. Requires strong leadership, supervisory, management, and technical skills. Works in conjunction with the Chaves County Safety Compliance Manager to incorporate safety practices in the Road Department tasks and job duties.

• Position is responsible for the Solid Waste Division, Vector Control, Engineering and Permits, Safety and Traffic Control for the Road Department.
• Coordination of Utility, Driveway, and Road Cut Permits. Approval of request construction and documentation of verification and approval.
• Quality control for road department crews ensuring that appropriate techniques are used for repair, construction and maintenance of Chaves County Roads in accordance with Chaves County policies, AASHTO, and FHWA Roadside Design Guide.
• Position must ensure that all personnel are performing duties with appropriate safety techniques and PPEs, as required. Employee must know and understand the various safety policies as they pertain to both the employee and the employee’s subordinates.
• Position is also responsible for supervising any temporary employees.
• Employee must attend all meetings pertinent to the Road Department or as required by the Road Operations Director and keep the Road Operations Director informed of all problems and operations, as appropriate.
• Position is responsible for reviewing and approval of utility permits and agreements for work in County right-of-way’s as well as investigation of complaints from the public and to perform follow-up to resolution.
• This position is responsible for appropriate training of all Road Department employees in regards to operations and safety.
• Employee must have knowledge of County government functions and procedures; be familiar with State Statutes and all County and Departmental Policies.
• This Supervisory position may require after-hours contact, communication, and efforts related to duties and summary as mentioned above.
• May assist the Road Operations Director on Bridge Reports (Usually provided by NMDOT Bridge Department). May assist with bridge coordination, enter bridge information to agency requirements and coordinate through NM Counties, NMDOT, and FHWA.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

Position receives general direction and guidance from the Road Operations Director and generally receives work assignments in terms of goals and objectives for specific functions and projects. Work is reviewed in terms of project results, safe operations and economy.

Must be able to direct, supervise and review work of subordinates.

The employee uses own initiative and judgment to perform work in an independent and timely manner in accordance with precedents and established policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or G.E.D; five (5) years increasingly responsible experience in road construction and maintenance, safety, surveying, engineering, or project management; three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
• Up to four years college/96-hour course work can be substituted for four years’ experience.
• Valid NM Class A CDL with an acceptable driving record.
• No prior DWI convictions within the last 48 months.

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

7 years’ experience in road construction and maintenance with at least two of these years in a supervisory capacity.

OTHER NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS

• Post-offer drug test
• Post-offer physical
• Employment history verification
• Criminal background check
• Obtain New Mexico Class 8 Public Pesticide Applicator license within six months of hire
• Obtain NM Traffic Control Technician/Supervisor certification within three months of hire

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Familiarity with the Manual on Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards for all traffic control devices, including road markings, highway signs, and traffic signals
• Working knowledge of assigned departments and their functions, including road maintenance and construction and road construction materials.
• Familiarity with road construction equipment particular to roadway maintenance, rehabilitation, and reconstruction.
• Ability to interview prospective employees.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to adapt to changes quickly/Critical Thinking.
• Highly proficient in the use of personal computers, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet.
• Must be detail oriented and accurate, have strong organizational and public relations skills and be able to effectively safeguard confidential information; keep accurate and complete records of all activities.
• Employee must know and understand County Personnel Policy as well as all county and departmental policies pertinent to the position.
• Interact with County officials, employees, various local boards, contractors, consultants, other governmental officials and the public in a pleasant manner at all times and maintain a good working rapport with all departments/offices.
• May require some out of town travel for training and meetings.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position requires moderate physical activity, including standing, walking on uneven terrain, lifting heavy tools/machinery/boxes, driving over rough terrain/uneven rural roads, and operating or overseeing heavy equipment. Occasionally requires kneeling, stooping, crouching, lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs. Repeated use of sight to read documents and electronic devices. Repeated use of hearing and speech to communicate on telephone, radios, and in person. Lifting/Carrying Range (up to 50 lbs): Medium: 26–50 lbs, 11–25 lbs occasionally, 1–10 lbs frequently.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work for this position is generally performed indoors with some work outside in all weather conditions including extreme heat, cold, rain, or dust. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated and involves typical risks associated with an office environment that require normal safety precautions and safe work practices. The outdoor work surfaces are subject to wet or dry natural ground, uneven terrain, landscaped areas, or asphalt and concrete surfaces. Frequent travel between job sites.