Public Works Superintendent

GENERAL This position performs and oversees a variety of maintenance, technical, and administrative work in the planning, construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of Village water, wastewater, street, storm water, and park facilities. He/she supervises Public Works Employees and Part-time Seasonal Employees. The Public Works Superintendent shall maintain necessary confidentiality at all times. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Public Works Superintendent supervises, instructs, and directs the work of Public Works Employees; trains employees in all aspects of the construction, operation, and maintenance requirements for Village facilities. He/she trains employees in safety requirements including confined space entry and lockout/tagout procedures. The Public Works Superintendent must acquire and maintain certification for herbicide spraying as required by the State of Ohio. The Public Works Superintendent responds to customer complaints by arranging necessary repairs or changes in procedure or by advising customers of reasons improvements cannot be made. He/she assists the Village Administrator in matters relating to water, wastewater, street, storm water, and park operations; helps prepare reports and staff recommendations and attends meetings as needed. The Public Works Superintendent shall provide information to civic, school, and other groups and individuals as needed and approved by the Administrator. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES The Public Works Superintendent is required to have a thorough knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in construction, of water, wastewater, street, storm water, and park facilities. He/she must have a thorough knowledge of construction methods and techniques for repair and maintenance and the skill in use of tools and equipment. The Public Works Superintendent must have the ability to operate and maintain various equipment, including but not limited to testing equipment, backhoes, dump trucks and sewer cleaners. The Public Works Superintendent must have the ability to prepare rules and procedures for Public Works operations. He/she must be able to maintain effective working relationships with the public, other employees, and elected officials. QUALIFICATIONS • High School diploma or equivalent. • Valid State Driver's License required. • 5 years' experience in the construction, repair, and maintenance, of municipal facilities. • License from the Ohio Department of Agriculture in Pest Control. • Class I Water Operators License. • Class II Wastewater Operators License. • Supervisory experience desired