PUBLIC WORKS SUPERVISOR at City of Commerce – Commerce, California

Under general supervision, plans, organizes, and supervises the staff and operations of an assigned Public Works division, including Parks Maintenance, Facility Maintenance, or Street and Tree Maintenance. Provides supervisory duties in support of maintenance, repair, and operations of City parks, streets, trees, landscaped areas, facilities, and related infrastructure. Ensures that safe, clean, and well-maintained streets, grounds, and facilities are provided for residents. The supervisor is expected to perform work alongside his/her staff in a team environment.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, location and / or position-specific duties.

• Plans, coordinates, and supervises the maintenance and repair of assigned public works functions including City parks, streets, trees, landscaped areas, and municipal facilities.
• Coordinates daily work activities and maintenance operations; assigns and reviews the work of crews and contractors; establishes and enforces work methods, standards, and schedules.
• Perform all the duties of the Senior Crew Leaders, as needed.
• Supervises staff through appropriate work delegation; trains, coaches, and evaluates staff performance; provides technical guidance and enforces safety regulations and procedures.
• Inspects parks, streets, and facilities to identify maintenance and repair needs; develops solutions to ensure safe and aesthetically pleasing environments.
• Surveys City street system and infrastructure; documents road and roadway hazards, debris, and missing or damaged signs and street lights; prioritizes maintenance and repair projects, and assigns to work crews;
• Oversees special projects, including materials acquisition, cost estimation, scheduling, and quality control, and ensure contractors’ compliance with the project specifications
• Supervises maintenance of irrigation systems, including inspection, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Plans and directs the safe application of pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, and cleaning chemicals.
• Oversees the maintenance and repair of tools, vehicles, equipment, and infrastructure specific to assigned division, such as roofs, gutters, lighting, and irrigation.
• Supervises and coordinates daily and special event maintenance operations and resource allocations; ensures effective use of labor, materials, and equipment.
• Supervises a variety of administrative activities including records management, employee scheduling, payroll reporting, and work activity reports; maintains inventories and ensures that adequate materials, supplies, and tools are available; reports and resolves safety conditions and security issues; processes and responds to work requests and complaints.
• Coordinates and supervises setup and teardown for special events as directed.
• Recognizes and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents, and injuries.
• Responds to and supervises after-hours maintenance emergencies and requests.
• Promotes and enforces safe work practices and maintains a culture of safety awareness.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent GED.
AND
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in maintenance, repair, and operations in one or more of the following areas dependent on division assigned:

• Parks and Landscape Maintenance;
• Facility Maintenance, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, or HVAC; or
• Street and Tree Maintenance, including pavement repair, tree trimming, or right-of-way maintenance.

Two (2) years of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity is highly desirable.

****THIS CLASSIFICATION IS UNDER REVIEW.

Required Licenses or Certifications:
Licenses and certifications vary by division and assignment:
Required (All Divisions):

• Valid California Driver’s License and safe driving record.
• Completion of JPIA Flagging Safety training within six (6) months of employment.

Parks Maintenance Division:

Possesion of or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.

• Qualified Applicator Certificate (California Department of Pesticide Regulation).

Facility Maintenance Division:

• May require Journey Level trade certification(s) such as Electrical, Biohazard, or Aerial Lift Operator.
• May require possession of a California Commercial Driver’s License.

Streets and Trees Maintenance Division:

Possesion of or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.

• Qualified Applicator Certificate (California Department of Pesticide Regulation).
• International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist credential.

Special Requirements:

• Must be available to respond to emergency situations seven (7) days per week, 24 hours per day, as assigned.