Streets Maintenance Supervisor

Leland Management; Leland (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Leland Management in North Carolina seeks a Streets Maintenance Supervisor to oversee town road and ditch upkeep, manage crews, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. This role involves coordinating repairs, handling work orders, and supervising staff within the Town right of way and related easements.

The position emphasizes leadership, maintenance planning, and adherence to safety standards, with after-hours support during emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

• Associates degree plus 6+ years in construction/maintenance or equivalent.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license and Class A CDL.
• Certifications: Confined Space, Flagger, FEMA 100/700 or ability to obtain within 6 months; OSHA 30 within 1 year; Public Operator Pesticide License within 1 year.
• Ability to supervise staff and manage multiple work orders.

Responsibilities

• Inspect Town Right of Ways and prioritize repairs or replacements.
• Lead and coordinate daily activities of maintenance crews; schedule work orders and monitor workloads.
• Investigate citizen complaints about drainage and road issues.
• Coordinate equipment, materials, and staff for cost-effective operations.
• Manage inventory and maintenance of vehicles and tools.
• Oversee street/sidewalk/infra maintenance within rights of way and easements.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance evaluations of staff.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Education

Associates degree in road construction/stormwater maintenance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Performs complex technical and administrative work anticipating, identifying and implementing preventative maintenance on roads and ditches, addressing citizen complaints, ensuring safety standards are being followed, preparing and maintaining appropriate records, files, repair, and service orders, and related work as apparent or assigned. This position is designated as a safety sensitive position and will be subject to random drug and alcohol screenings under the Towns Drug-Free and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy. This position is designated as essential during emergency or disaster situations. Work is performed under the general direction of the Streets Maintenance Superintendent. Supervises assigned personnel.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs inspections on the condition of Town owned Right of Ways; including asphalt, curbing, sidewalk, subgrade, and storm drains. Prioritizes and coordinates repairs or replacement as necessary.
• Manages and coordinates daily activities of assigned personnel; prioritizes, assigns, and schedules work orders to crews; assesses and monitors workloads; verifies work upon completion; must be proficient in basic computer skills and Microsoft Outlook.
• Investigates citizen complaints and inquiries concerning public drainage, asphalt roadways, and various other issues.
• Coordinates the use of available equipment, materials, and staff to obtain maximum effectiveness and economy.
• Locates and secures parts, supplies, and equipment as needed; maintains inventory.
• Manages the maintenance and repair of a variety of automotive and construction equipment and tools.
• Oversees the repair and maintenance of streets, sidewalks, and infrastructure within right of ways.
• Leads and supervises the work of the maintenance crew on maintenance projects.
• Oversees the construction, maintenance, and repair of street signs, catch basins, storm drainpipes, curbs, sidewalks and paths, street stripping, retaining walls, and other infrastructure within Town right of way and maintenance easements.
• Oversees maintenance activities on Town owned and maintained stormwater control measures.
• Assists with the recruitment and selection of department personnel; assigns, directs, trains, and inspects the work of staff; disciplines, coaches, counsels, and evaluates staff performance; develops staff schedules, approves leave and ensures coverage for absences.
• Enforces OSHA safety regulations related to repair and maintenance activities.
• Maintains up to date knowledge of trends and innovations.
• Oversees maintenance of records and reports of work requests and repairs made; prepares and maintains files.
• Performs work after hours, during emergency or disaster situations upon request and as assigned by management.
• Integrates and aligns with organizational culture and leadership philosophy.

Requirements

• Associates degree with coursework in road construction, stormwater maintenance, or related field and extensive (6+years) experience in construction and/or maintenance or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
• Possession of a Class A CDL drivers license valid in the State of North Carolina.
• Possession of Confined Space certification.
• Possession of Flagger certification.
• Possession of FEMA Class 100 and 700 certifications or the ability to obtain certifications within 6 months of hire.
• Possession of OSHA 30 certification or the ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Possession of Public Operator Pesticide License issued by the State of North Carolina or the ability to obtain within 1 year.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of the methods and practices of construction, repair, and/or maintenance of public streets, roads, and infrastructure.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the care and use of materials and tools used in construction and related maintenance trades.
• Comprehensive knowledge of hazards and safety precautions associated with the type of work assigned.
• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable codes, pertinent inspection, and safety requirements.
• Skill in the use of hand and power tools of the trade.
• Skill in the use of heavy equipment including but not limited to backhoes, excavators, rollers, pavers and skid steers.
• Ability to assess damage to facilities and equipment and to determine and make necessary repairs.
• Ability to make time and materials estimates.
• Ability to plan, organize, supervise, and inspect assigned functions, activities, projects, and personnel.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, drawings, sketches, and diagrams.
• Ability to maintain records.
• Ability to perform work during emergency or disaster situations upon request and as assigned by management.
• Ability to engage in manual labor for extended periods of time in unfavorable conditions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, consultants, vendors, engineers, contractors, and the public.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing and walking, frequently requires speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling, lifting and repetitive motions and occasionally requires sitting, climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work regularly requires working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to outdoor weather conditions and exposure to vibration and occasionally requires working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to the risk of electrical shock; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).

Note

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.