Equipment Operator Supervisor
About this role
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Under general supervision, this position supervises city drainage maintenance activities. Work involves assigning and supervising the operation of motorized equipment, hand and power tools for the purpose of cleaning ditches and repairing cave-ins. Reports to the Assistant Director of Public Works.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Provides on-site direction and supervision of a crew consisting of Laborers and Equipment Operators engaged in work assignments for ditch and drainage maintenance; assigns vehicles, inspects the work of staff during and at the completion of assignment; assures proper safety precautions are adhered to during maintenance and repair work; performs routine checks and preventive maintenance on equipment, and identifies and reports equipment malfunctions.
Ensures the safety of city equipment, private property, and others by following proper safety procedures, watching for pedestrians, private property, overhead utility lines and other utilities or obstructions; establishes systems for ensuring city and department personnel policies and procedures are appropriately administered; travels throughout city to identify potential flooding conditions such as ditches, cave-ins, and drain structures needing maintenance or repair; supervises snow removal operations.
Responsible for monitoring expenditures, staff development and training, succession planning, performance management, employee relations, prioritizing work and related activities.
Performs other related work as required. Individual assignments will be determined by supervisor based on current workload and department needs.
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Knowledge of Job: Has considerable knowledge of the procedures and methods of asphalt/concrete maintenance. Has considerable knowledge of the tools and materials used to perform essential functions of the position. Has general knowledge of the safety precautions and occupational hazards of street maintenance work and of supervising staff. Is able to assign and supervise the work of others. Is able to inspect and report work performed. Is able to understand and interpret oral and written instructions. Is able to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
Quality of Work: Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interacts with all departments, co-workers and the general public.