Roads Maintenance Supervisor

Position Description This posting will be used to fill a Full Time, Permanent, Safety Sensitive, Roads Maintenance Supervisor position within Arundel County Government Department of Public Works. The Roads Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for supervisory work on roads, roadways, and drains maintenance, repair, and limited construction activities of public works and related facilities. NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK Work involves responsibility for planning and laying out work and assigning tasks to crews and workers engaged in a wide variety of maintenance, repair, and limited construction activities. Work is received in the form of special assignments from a superior as a result of complaints, work orders, inspections, or general improvement programs. Employees instruct workers and subordinate supervisors in work methods and procedures and inspect work in progress and upon completion. Work is reviewed through conferences and reports and is subject to inspection by a technical or administrative superior. Work also involves supervising the mechanical repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive equipment including passenger cars, trucks, tractors, and related standard and specialized equipment at the district level in the Roads Operation Division. Examples Of Duties And Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary levels for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential job functions of all positions in the class). Supervises directly or through subordinate foreman a large-sized crew or several smaller crews engaged in the maintenance, repair, and limited construction of roads, storm drains, and related facilities; supervises the snow and ice control resurfacing or roads and the seal coating of roads; acts as yard foreman. Supervises directly or through subordinate foremen several crews engaged in the installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signs, the striping and marking of roads, the production of road signs, and the placement and repair of traffic counters. Supervises the bulk pick-up program at a landfill operation. Lays out, schedules, and assigns work to subordinates; trains and assists subordinates as required; prepares and maintains necessary records and reports. Performs related work as required. POSITIONS IN THIS CLASS OF WORK ARE REQUIRED TO LIFT OR CAUSE TO BE LIFTED, TOOLS, MACHINERY OR EQUIPMENT WEIGHING UP TO 1,500 POUNDS. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Thorough knowledge of the materials, methods, techniques, and equipment commonly used in roads, roadways, and drains maintenance, repair, and limited construction activities. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices applied in the safe and efficient use of tools and equipment of the area of assignment, and of the safety precautions applicable to the work. Ability to lay out and supervise the work of a large group of equipment operators and general laboring employees performing various routine to complex roadways maintenance, repair, and limited construction tasks in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale. Ability to maintain effective public service with a minimum of interruption to public convenience. Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions, grade and line stakes, and engineering drawings. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, other employees, and the public. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduation from high school or vocational school. Experience: Four (4) or more years of experience in maintenance, repair, and limited construction work in public works, including two (2) or more years of supervisory experience. Additional Requirements A valid non-commercial motor vehicle operator's license.As determined by area of assignment, a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's license. NOTE: This position is Safety-Sensitive and employees in the position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol testing. Supplemental Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates with the following: Experience in maintenance, repair, and limited construction of roads, storm drains, and related facilities. Experience in installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signs, the striping and marking of roads, the production of road signs, and the placement and repair of traffic counters. Knowledge of the materials, methods, techniques, and equipment commonly used in roads, roadways, and drains maintenance/repair.Medical/Health Insurance PlansBlueChoice Advantage EPOBlueChoice Advantage PPODental InsuranceCIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up)CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE)CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)Vision InsuranceEyeMedEmployee Life InsuranceTerm insurance of up to 2 times salary ($100,000 maximum) for employees at no cost.Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life InsuranceDisability Income InsurancePension PlanNormal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election to enroll in the Employees Retirement Savings Plan.Deferred Compensation Section 457 PlanDirect DepositCredit UnionHolidaysTwelve days provided per year, thirteen in general election yearAnnual LeaveLess than 3 years - 13 days3 to less than 15 years - 20 days15 years or more - 26 daysDisability LeaveAccrual at a rate of 15 days a yearPersonal Leave Day, 5 per calendar yearLeave SharingEmployee Assistance ProgramFree, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder careFlexible Spending AccountsDependent Care ReimbursementHealth Care ReimbursementVoluntary BenefitsProvides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deductionUniversal Life Insurance with Long Term Care RiderUnited Legal Benefits 01 The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. Your response and lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU WILL BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement. YesNo 02 Did you graduate from high school or received your GED? YesNo 03 Do you have four (4) or more years of experience in maintenance, repair, and limited construction work in public works? YesNo 04 If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please describe your experience including position title, length of time in position, and major duties. This experience MUST also appear in the work history section of your application. If you answered "No" please write N/A 05 Does your work experience include two (2) or more years of supervisory experience? YesNo 06 If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please describe your experience including position title, length of time in position, and major duties. This experience MUST also appear in the work history section of your application. If you answered "No" please write N/A 07 Do you possess a valid non-commercial motor vehicle operator's license from the State or an equivalent license from another State? YesNo 08 Do you have a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's license? YesNo 09 Do you have experience in maintenance, repair, and limited construction of roads, storm drains, and related facilities? YesNo 10 If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please describe your experience including position title, length of time in position, and major duties. This experience MUST also appear in the work history section of your application. If you answered "No" please write N/A 11 Do you have experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signs, the striping and marking of roads, the production of road signs, and the placement and repair of traffic counters? YesNo 12 If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please describe your experience including position title, length of time in position, and major duties. This experience MUST also appear in the work history section of your application. If you answered "No" please write N/A 13 Do you have knowledge of the materials, methods, techniques, and equipment commonly used in roads, roadways, and drains maintenance repair? YesNo 14 If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please describe your experience including position title, length of time in position, and major duties. This experience MUST also appear in the work history section of your application. If you answered "No" please write N/A 15 Did a county employee refer you? If yes, indicate their name, department and badge/id number. If you weren't referred by an Employee indicate N/A. Required Question