Public Works Manager
Date Adopted by City Manager
04/27/06
Comp. Code
9410
Management
Exempt
Job Title
Public Works Manager
Definition
Under general direction, to plan, direct and supervise crews engaged in the repair and maintenance of City buildings, streets, sewers, storm drains, curbs, gutters, airports, and related facilities; to perform related project management work as required.
Typical Duties
Plan, direct and supervise City street, airport, and building maintenance and repair activities including minor capital projects; direct the operation of equipment involved in street, curb, gutter, sewer, storm drain, traffic, parking system, and related building maintenance and repair work; make recommendations on the types and kinds of equipment needed for maintenance and repair work; estimate and schedule work to be done and the quantities of material needed; inspect work projects in progress and upon completion; check and answer complaints concerning street maintenance, repair and cleaning; requisition and purchase materials and supplies; maintain records of work performed and supplies used; coordinate maintenance activities with other City departments and divisions and with outside agencies; respond to and direct emergency situations; participate in budget preparation and administration; supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff; perform related assignments as necessary.
Tools and Equipment Used
Personal computer, including word processing, database and spreadsheet programs; calculator, telephone, digital camera, copy and fax machines.
Physical Demands
Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites, or public works facilities. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate quiet.
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of
Project management and scheduling, methods, equipment, materials and work practices involved in City street, traffic, underground, airport, and building maintenance and repair activities; characteristics and uses of asphalt, concrete and other paving materials; safe work practices; record keeping and reporting procedures; principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
Ability to
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; perform a variety of skilled tasks in street maintenance, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and painting; assign and supervise the work of crews engaged in equipment operation and maintenance and repair work; read and interpret plans and specifications; estimate time, materials and equipment needed to perform maintenance and repair work; maintain records and prepare complex reports; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work; effectively supervise an ongoing public works maintenance program; supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
Experience
Four years of increasingly responsible experience in facilities maintenance and public works construction, maintenance and repair work, including some supervisory experience.
Education
High school graduation or equivalent supplemented by specialized training in facility maintenance, street maintenance and repair.
Additional Requirements
Possession of a valid California Driver License.