Street Maintenance Leadworker (Closed Promotional)

City-of-El-Segundo,-Ca; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of El Segundo is seeking a experienced administrative and field support professional to lead public works activities and oversee contracted projects. Under general supervision, you will coordinate professional administrative, analytical and financial management support for department operations and programs.

Responsibilities include supervising crews, scheduling work, inspecting contract work for compliance with plans and codes, preparing reports and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in construction, maintenance and servicing of construction or public works projects, with leadworker experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Class B California Driver's license.
• Disaster Service Worker requirement.

Responsibilities

• Performs and oversees work activities of public works crews.
• Identifies, prioritizes, schedules and assigns work; coordinates with contractors.
• Inspects and ensures compliance with plans, codes, and safety standards.
• Maintains records and writes reports.
• Provides staff training and evaluates performance.

Job description

This recruitment will close on October 2, 2026 at 5:00 p.m

Under general supervision, provides and coordinates professional administrative, analytical and/or financial management support to department, grant or contract operations and/or programs.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:

Performs all work activities of assigned public works crew(s).

Identifies and prioritizes work, schedules and assigns work, evaluates progress and oversees work; arranges with contractors to perform contracted work; may inspect work performed by contract crews.

May inspect and troubleshoot systems of assigned function for public works projects and private developments; may approve and sign off on completed, technically correct work indicating conformance to specifications and code requirements.

Reviews plans for projects; estimates time and material costs for projects and purchases supplies and equipment; ensures crews are supplied with adequate and appropriate tools, equipment and materials; evaluates and recommends changes in work methods, practices and priorities.

Responds to service requests, issues of regulatory compliance and complaints from the public; responds to emergency calls from the public and other agencies, coordinating with other City staff as necessary; notifies customers of interruption of services; explains priorities, programs and policies to the public; provides appropriate follow-up.

Maintains records and writes reports.

Provides input on designated staff performance appraisals; assists in staff training; ensures work of crew is performed in a safe and efficient manner; trains work crew in the performance of work tasks and the proper and safe operation and maintenance of equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge of:

City rules, codes and regulations relating to assigned function;

Methods, materials and equipment used in assigned function;

The application, operation, maintenance and repair of tools and equipment used in assigned function;

Hazards and applicable safety precautions for equipment operation;

Equipment capabilities, limitations and safe operating characteristics;

OSHA safety standards related to assigned tasks and equipment operation and maintenance;

Basic principles of supervision; and Principles and standards related to traffic delineation.

Skill in:

Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings;

Perform skilled and semi-skilled public works construction and maintenance tasks;

Operate and maintain equipment used in assigned function;

Effectively analyze and respond to emergency situations;

Utilize public relations techniques when responding to inquiries and complaints;

Conduct research and prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports;

Present ideas and concepts orally and in writing;

Maintain accurate records;

Establishing and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, other City employees and the public.

Working Conditions:

Regularly exposed to weather conditions.

Regularly required to lift and/or carry heavy objects up to 90 pounds.

Qualifications:

A combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in the construction, maintenance and servicing of construction or public works projects or a closely related area including some experience in a Leadworker or similar capacity and training and experience with standard traffic delineation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Education:

Graduation from high school or GED.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:

A valid Class B California Driver's license.

Disaster Service Worker:

In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.