Listing Summary

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for supervising and participating in the work of an assigned crew of cart path maintenance personnel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Enforces safe work procedures; ensures the establishment of safe work zones; and reports safety hazards to Supervisor.
• Performs daily safety check of equipment; ensures vehicle and equipment maintenance and cleaning; and reports mechanical or other defects to Supervisor.
• Directs the work of crew personnel; ensures compliance with department policies and procedures; and mentors/trains Equipment Operators, Heavy Truck Drivers, and Maintenance Technicians I, II, and III to a level of proficiency, as well as employees in other roles. 
• Operates a variety of tools and equipment, including bobcat, motor grader, roller, etc.
• Supervises and participates in the trimming and removal of trees, trimming shrubbery; removing brush; and sweeping streets.
• Estimates materials needed for jobs, including asphalt, concrete, rock and dirt.
• Supervises and assists in cart path paving operations.
• Supervises and assists in the patching of potholes and the sealing of cracks.
• Supervises and participates in the installation of storm drains.
• Transports tools and equipment to job sites.
• Maintains tool and supply inventory.
• Responds to after-hours and weather-related emergencies.
• Assists with special city events and special projects.
• Prepares required reports.
• Must attend specialized training, including safety training, as required by management.
• Responds in a courteous, timely, and effective manner to the expressed needs, concerns, and expectations of the City’s residents and other customers, both internal and external to the City. 
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of city policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of asphalt construction and maintenance principles.
• Knowledge of safe work policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance principles.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in the use of vehicles and construction equipment, including asphalt spreader, backhoe, etc.
• Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
• Skill in prioritizing and planning.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively in a workplace of dignity and respect.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Cart Path Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include traffic laws, safety standards, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application. 

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related supervisory and cart path maintenance duties. Inclement weather contributes to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to supervise and participate in the work of an assigned crew of cart path maintenance personnel.  Successful performance contributes to safe and well-maintained paths.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with coworkers, vendors, and the general public.
• Contacts are typically to exchange information, motivate persons, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending or crouching. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.
• The work is performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

This position has direct supervision over assigned crew of personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with one to three years experience or service.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated, including a Commercial Driver’s License – CDL (minimum of Class B).

The qualifications listed above represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.  To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.