NEOGOV · 1 month ago
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
El Cerrito, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$89K/yr - $117K/yr
4+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Maintenance Operations Supervisor to lead a skilled maintenance team in El Cerrito, CA. The role involves overseeing the maintenance and operations of city infrastructure, ensuring safety and functionality while managing a diverse range of maintenance and repair functions.
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Responsibilities
Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff completing the streets, parks, landscapes, facilities, and storm drain maintenance, repair, and cleaning activities in a Division of the Public Works Department; trains staff in work procedures; reviews and approves timesheets, evaluates employee performance, counsels employees, and effectively recommends initial disciplinary action; assists in selection and promotion
Participates in the development of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for assigned services and programs; recommends and implements policies and procedures including standard operating procedures for assigned operations
Ensures a safe work environment, follows the City Injury and Illness Prevention Plan, sets-up safety training and procedures
Monitors activities of the work unit; identifies opportunities for improving service delivery and procedures; provides recommendations concerning process changes; reviews with appropriate management staff; implements improvements
Coordinates work with other divisions and outside agencies
Participates in annual budget preparation; identifies resource needs; prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justifications; monitors expenditures
Provides staff assistance to management; prepares written materials; supervises the establishment and maintenance of reports, records, databases, and files; ensures the proper documentation of operations and activities
Uses work management system to generate, assign, and close-out work orders and generates work order summary reports
Answers questions and provides information to the public; investigates and responds to service requests and inquiries from citizens, other departments, and agencies; recommends corrective actions to resolve issues
Instructs, supervises, and inspects, the work of maintenance and repair activities; assists in the coordination of maintenance projects including the patching and repair of streets and the removal or repair of sidewalks, curbs, and gutters; assists in the removal and replacement of traffic control devices
Instructs, supervises, inspects, the work of park maintenance and repair activities including landscaping, playground equipment maintenance, graffiti, and trash removal
Supervises and inspects routine cleaning and minor maintenance of City facilities and buildings
Oversees outsourced repair and maintenance of public works vehicles and equipment
Provides responsible staff assistance to the Division Manager and other management staff
Schedules and inspects performance of service contractors for completion and addresses related concerns; secures quotes and monitors contracts related to maintenance and repair projects; reviews estimates and approves contract repair work
Prepares purchase orders; maintains inventories of materials, supplies, and tools; keeps records of time, materials, supplies, equipment, and work performed
Represents the City in meetings with members of other public and private organizations, community groups, contractors, developers, and the public
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by specialized training in supervision and maintenance, construction, landscape, or horticulture
Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in municipal streets, parks, facilities, or landscape construction, repair, and maintenance
Two (2) years of lead experience in a municipal, construction industry or similar setting
Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record, to be maintained throughout employment
Knowledge of principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, discipline, and the training of staff in work procedures
Knowledge of principles and practices of leadership
Knowledge of principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly
Knowledge of basic principles and practices of budget administration and monitoring
Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of public works and parks maintenance programs
Knowledge of principles and practices of contract administration, management, and record keeping
Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, and standard practices employed in construction and maintenance operations, preventative techniques
Knowledge of techniques for providing a high-level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff
Knowledge of modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed
Ability to select and supervise staff, provide training and development opportunities, ensure work is performed effectively, and evaluate performance in an objective and positive manner
Ability to assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards
Ability to identify operational problems, conduct research and analysis, and prepare recommendations and justification for solutions
Ability to plan, organize, and schedule various maintenance, construction, and repair projects, including streets, parks, storm drains and related infrastructure
Ability to coordinate response to public works emergencies outside of regular business hours
Ability to ensure compliance with complex regulatory requirements related to facilities, maintenance, and safety
Ability to research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques
Ability to administer contracts for maintenance activities
Ability to plan, assign, and inspect the work performed by employees and contractors
Ability to prepare and maintain clear, accurate reports, logs, records, correspondence, documentation, and other written materials
Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments
Ability to effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax
Ability to use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including various cultural and social ethnic groups; effectively handle and resolve confrontation situations; coordinate work activities with those of other city departments as appropriate
Benefits
CalPERS Retirement: CalPERS Classic members 2.7% @ 55 and PEPRA members 2% @ 62 retirement formula integrated with Social Security; 11% employee contribution.
Medical Insurance: Fully paid health and dental premiums for employees and dependents (up to the Kaiser family rate); cash in lieu option available at $350 per month.
Dental: The City contributes full cost of family coverage under the Delta Dental Plan
Life Insurance: The City pays for basic life insurance up to $100,000.
Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance: 2/3rds of salary up to the maximum monthly
Voluntary Benefits: Supplemental life insurance, deferred compensation plans and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
Holidays: 13 holidays per year, plus 3 floating holidays and 1 birthday holiday.
Vacation: Vacation ranging from 11 to 33 days per year based on years of service.
Sick Leave: Accrued at 8.75 hours per month.
Administrative Leave: Up to 75 hours per fiscal year (may be pro-rated for the first year).
Tuition Reimbursement: Cost reimbursement up to the maximum of $3,500/fiscal year for work related studies
Bilingual Pay: The City pays $2,600 per year to employees who are bilingual and who have passed a proficiency test provided by the City.
Alternating Work Schedule: This position typically works 37.5 hours per week with every other Friday off.
Wellness Program: Access to an array of wellness programs offered by the City such as massage days, fitness and meditation classes, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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