Title: City Superintendent
Job Summary: Performs a variety of administrative, skilled and technical maintenance work in the planning, construction, operation, repair, maintenance and replacement of City water, sewer, street and storm drainage facilities and systems.
Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of the Mayor
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: An employee in this classification may perform any of the following duties. However, these job responsibilities do not include all the specific tasks which an employee may be expected to perform.
· Coordinates all public works activities, including operations and maintenance. Advises Mayor and City Council in matters relating to department activities.
· Schedules and prioritizes daily activities in an efficient manner. Evaluates field problems and develops solutions to accomplish efficient completion of assigned tasks.
· Establishes and maintains records of equipment, material and time required to complete a project. Prepares reports concerning jobs and related activities.
· Keeps equipment clean and in good mechanical repair.
· Orders materials and supplies for projects; maintains department inventories.
· Assists in developing and implementing long term park and utility system master plans.
· Assist in analyzing annual operating costs and makes recommendations for departmental budget.
· Assists in analyzing and projecting the needs of the City for equipment, roads, sidewalks and materials for completion of same.
· Renders prompt, efficient and courteous service to promote goodwill between the City and the public.
· Develops and promotes adherence to appropriate safety rules, regulations and practices.
· Promotes teamwork and encourages an atmosphere that will stimulate an exchange of ideas, information and job experience within the City.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT – KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & ABILITY: Thorough knowledge of operation and service of simple to complex equipment and vehicles used In City maintenance. Considerable knowledge of appropriate materials, methods, tools, equipment and practices involved in the appropriate areas of responsibility.
Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards involved in work assigned and appropriate safety precautions. Significant ability to work effectively with other employees and the general public. Physical strength and ability sufficient to perform the work of the job as determined by the City. Physical examination and drug testing may be required.
EXPERIENCE & TRAINING: Must have a high school education or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of public works facilities is required. Must have the ability to obtain and/or maintain certifications in Water Distribution, Waste Water Treatment and Waste Collection within 1 year.
NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of or the ability to secure a valid Iowa driver’s license and any other licenses that may be required, i.e. Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Disclaimer - All duties and requirement in this job description have been determined by the employer to be essential job functions and are consistent with ADA requirements and are representative of the functions that are necessary to successful job performance. They may not however, reflect the only duties performed. Employees in this job class will be expected to perform other job-related duties when it can be reasonably implied that such duties do not fundamentally change the basic requirements, purpose or intent of the position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
