Field Supervisor (Concrete Maintenance)

Applications will be accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Division/Section: Transportation and Drainage Operations/Concrete Maintenance Reporting Location: 5900 Teague Rd, Houston, TX 77041 Workdays & Hours: Various* *Subject to change DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS This individual will plan, coordinate, and direct the activities of groups of workers within the same department who are engaged in providing maintenance to city infrastructure. Ensures that employees have adequate work supplies and properly functioning equipment to perform assigned tasks. Organizes and assigns the work of maintenance crews and monitors work in progress. Analyzes and resolve staff, equipment, and operating problems. Reviews operations policies and procedures; recommends changes to increase efficiency; implements approved changes. Sets up and maintains employee attendance records. Plans and conducts staff meetings; apprises staff of relevant occurrences and policy/procedures changes. Prepares, coordinates, updates and/or refer work orders to the appropriate entity. Trains and provide guidance to new employees. Oversee preventative maintenance of assigned vehicles, equipment and tools. Observes traffic control activities and follow safety procedures and regulations and ensure crews do the same. Assists with daily operations tasks as needed. Drives city vehicle.

WORKING CONDITIONS The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, such as typewriters or records boxes (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis. There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises, and minor burns.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Requires a high school diploma or a GED. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Four years of progressively responsible work experience in the maintenance field are required. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field may be substituted for the experience requirement. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Requires a valid Texas driver’s license and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving (AP 2-2).

Preference will be given to applicants with verifiable supervisory experience in infrastructure maintenance.

Experience in working rigid and flexible pavement and work order system software programs. Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such people possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such people are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The department may administer skills assessment test. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: YES If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test. Pay Grade: 17 APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-395-2972. If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-395-2972. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new hires and re-hires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.