The City of Roanoke is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for the Solid Waste Management Division who will perform difficult skilled work in supervision of a number of crews in collection of trash and recycling. Responsible for personal contact with new business owners, property managers, residents, DRI, event zone and the Chamber of Commerce to ensure that the trash and recycling process is fully understood by all. Will be responsible for supervising the Operations Group within SWM on a daily basis which includes monitoring the 1,100 physically challenged customers and assists in the absence of the other two supervisors. Must have good verbal and written skills, knowledge of computer software such as Microsoft Office, Excel and Powerpoint with ability to make presentations to groups of people, with three or more years of supervisory experience.

The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer.

To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.

This is an exempt position.

 

Examples of Duties

SUMMARY    
Performs difficult skilled work in supervision of a number of crews engaged in maintenance or construction projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Oversees and delegates field supervision

Ensures project conformance to work plans and orders

Performs or assists in the planning, preparation, estimation, and design of maintenance and     construction projects

Monitors internal projects and outside contractors for conformance to set standards and     procedures

Coordinates and schedules equipment and work flow for maximum efficiency

Works with other City departments, business, agencies, and other governments concerning joint projects

Accounts for department inventory and ensures preventative maintenance of equipment

Provides training and instruction to subordinates as required

Prepares and submits detailed reports and records

Assists in the preparation of the department budget 

Works on the project site and gives advice and assistance to crew

Receives and handles complaints and accident reports

May operate heavy and light equipment in snow removal

Assumes duties of Maintenance Superintendent as needed

May be required to wear some type of respiratory protection in the performance of their duties

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 
Supervises several skilled and unskilled crews engaged in maintenance and construction operations within assigned department.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS  
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supplemental Information

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.   Ability to prepare plans and detailed reports.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.

REASONING ABILITY 
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 
Depending on area of assignment, may require possession of an appropriate class A, B or C commercial driver's license, appropriate journeyman's license and/or valid Virginia Commercial Pesticide Applicator's permits in categories 3A, 3B, and 6.  http://www.roanokeva.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5597 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk, climb or balance, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT  
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.  The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration.  The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and fumes or airborne particles.  

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

This is a job description and not an individualized position description. A job description defines the general character and scope of duties and responsibilities of all positions in a job classification, but it is not intended to describe and does not necessarily list the essential job functions for a given position in a classification.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); five or more years related experience and/or training in skilled maintenance or construction work and supervisory experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.