Street Supervisor - City of Hutchinson, KS : Job Details

Imagine if you were given an opportunity to assist in the planning and direction of the routine and emergency operation, maintenance and repair of the City's infrastructure systems which help keep our community the most livable and safe it can possibly be. If you have experience supervising street maintenance, traffic operations, storm sewer maintenance, and levee maintenance systems, as well as the ability to interpret and analyze data, and have strong computer and public relations skills, you may be a great addition to our Public Works leadership team as a Street Supervisor. Make a difference with the City of Hutchinson!

A Day in the Life:

The Street Supervisor oversees and directs crews responsible for street repair, reconstruction, signs and markings, traffic signals, sweeping, traffic control, stormwater/flood control systems, and snow/ice removal. This role involves planning, assigning, and inspecting work activities, supervising and evaluating staff, preparing reports, and handling administrative duties. The Street Supervisor may assume the responsibilities of the Superintendent of Streets in their absence. Strong mechanical aptitude, communication, organizational, and supervisory skills are essential

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Planning and Coordination:

* Plan and assign work activities for street crews, including repair and maintenance of asphalt and concrete streets, grading dirt streets and alleys, pavement marking, sign installation, traffic signals, street sweeping, barricade installation, stormwater/flood control systems, and snow/ice removal.

* Provide technical expertise to crews and review work to ensure quality and timely completion.

* Develop and implement operating procedures and standards for the Street Division.

Supervision and Training:

* Supervise and evaluate staff, address employee concerns, counsel, discipline, and complete performance appraisals.

* Review and process time records and leave requests.

* Conduct interviews and make hiring recommendations.

* Train employees on safety procedures and equipment, and enforce compliance in the work environment.

Administrative Duties:

* Prepare and document productivity and activity reports.

* Provide budgetary input, assist in developing capital improvement project budgets, monitor expenditures, and review purchase requisitions.

* Assist in writing bid specifications for equipment and materials, and oversee procurement of commodities, supplies, and materials.

* Ensure compliance with purchasing policies, proper coding, and processing of bills and invoices.

* Inspect, test, and evaluate incoming supplies, materials, and equipment for quality control.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

* A high school diploma or GED is required. Related technical degree or college credit is preferred.

* A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in skilled street maintenance, repair, or construction work, and at least 1 year of supervisory or lead work experience is preferred.

* A Class B Commercial Driver's License (C.D.L.) with air brake endorsement preferred. Kansas LTAP Road Scholar Level Two Certificate (45 hours minimum training) or approved equivalent required within 3 years of appointment.

The City of Hutchinson employs over 400 employees that serve our community every day. City employees make Hutchinson a great place to live, work, and play. We take pride in our work and it shows. Come be a part of a workforce that makes a difference! We're always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team.

City of Hutchinson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.