ROAD TECH SUPERVISOR

About the role

This supervisory position oversees road maintenance, construction, and repair operations, including quality control and technical activities. It also manages and provides oversight of the department's solid waste and vector control divisions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate utility, driveway, and road cut permits.
• Approval of construction requests and documentation of verification and approval.
• Quality control for road department crews ensuring appropriate techniques are used for repair, construction, and maintenance of Chaves County roads.
• Ensure all personnel are performing duties with appropriate safety techniques and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Attend and keep the Road Operations Director informed of all problems and operations.
• Review and approve utility permits and agreements for work in County right-of-way’s.
• Investigate complaints from the public and perform follow-up to resolution.
• Train all Road Department employees in operations and safety.
• Know and understand County government functions and procedures; be familiar with State Statutes and all County and Departmental Policies.
• May assist the Road Operations Director on Bridge Reports, coordinate bridge information, and perform related duties.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five (5) years increasingly responsible experience in road construction and maintenance, safety, surveying, engineering, or project management.
• Three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
• Up to four years college/96-hour course work can be substituted for four years’ experience.
• Valid NM Class A CDL with an acceptable driving record.
• No prior DWI convictions within the last 48 months.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English.
• Seven (7) years’ experience in road construction and maintenance with at least two of these years in a supervisory capacity.

Desired Qualifications

• Seven (7) years’ experience in road construction and maintenance with at least two of these years in a supervisory capacity.

Necessary Requirements

• Post-offer drug test.
• Employment history verification.
• Criminal background check.
• Obtain New Mexico Class 8 Public Pesticide Applicator license within six months of hire.
• Obtain NM Traffic Control Technician/Supervisor certification within three months of hire.

Supplemental Information

• Familiarity with the Manual on Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards for all traffic control devices, including road markings, highway signs, and traffic signals.
• Working knowledge of assigned departments and their functions, including road maintenance and construction and road construction materials.
• Familiarity with road construction equipment particular to roadway maintenance, rehabilitation, and reconstruction.
• Ability to interview prospective employees.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to adapt to changes quickly/Critical Thinking.
• Highly proficient in the use of personal computers, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet.
• Detail oriented and accurate, have strong organizational and public relations skills and be able to effectively safeguard confidential information; keep accurate and complete records of all activities.
• Employee must know and understand County Personnel Policy as well as all county and departmental policies pertinent to the position.
• Interact with County officials, employees, various local boards, contractors, consultants, other governmental officials and the public in a pleasant manner at all times and maintain a good working rapport with all departments/offices.
• May require some out of town travel for training and meetings.

Physical Demands

• Moderate physical activity, including standing, walking on uneven terrain, lifting heavy tools/machinery/boxes, driving over rough terrain/uneven rural roads, and operating or overseeing heavy equipment.
• Occasionally requires kneeling, stooping, crouching, lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent travel between job sites.

Work Environment

• Generally performed indoors with some work outside in all weather conditions including extreme heat, cold, rain, or dust.
• The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated and involves typical risks associated with an office environment that require normal safety precautions and safe work practices.
• The outdoor work surfaces are subject to wet or dry natural ground, uneven terrain, landscaped areas, or asphalt and concrete surfaces.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, disability insurance, a retirement plan through PERA, a deferred compensation plan, life insurance, and more.
• Paid holidays, vacation days, a yearly personal day, and sick leave.
• Part-time employees who work an average of 27 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits.