Public Works Superintendent

CITY OF HOFFMAN
PUBLIC WORKS SUPERINTENDENT

Title: Public Works Superintendent

Division: Public Works

Reports To: City Administrator

Department: Public Works

Scope of Job

Performs general maintenance duties on all municipal property and infrastructure.

Works under the general and administrative supervision of the City Clerk/Administrator and given direction by the City Council.

Seasonal/temporary maintenance staff if applicable.

Duties and Responsibilities

The listed examples may not include all duties performed by all positions in this class. Duties may vary somewhat from position to position within a class.

· Operates the water and wastewater system.

· Prepares reports on water and sewer department activity for federal, state and local agencies.

· Directs and prioritizes maintenance and repair of the water and wastewater system and related facilities.

· Directs and prioritizes maintenance and repair of equipment, shop area streets and related facilities.

· Sweeps and plows streets.

· Fills potholes, repairs manholes and catch basins.

· Mows grass.

· Performs cleaning and maintenance tasks on public buildings including, but not limited to: painting, minor repairs, floor care.

· Investigates utility related problems and issues.

· Locates underground utility facilities.

· Responds to emergency situations during high-water or power outage events.

· Performs water meter repairs.

· Proposes short and long term goals and objectives for the department.

· Recommends and implements policies and procedures to ensure a safe, efficient and effective work environment.

· Recommends improvements in the operation and infrastructure of the city.

· Verifies invoices for payment and refers same to city office for payment.

· Monitors budget during the year and recommends changes as necessary.

· Trains and familiarizes temporary or seasonal staff with facilities, operations, policies and procedures.

· Coordinates purchasing of supplies, materials and services.

· Performs daily inspection of city infrastructure and facilities.

· Assists persons with general questions regarding municipal operations.

· Performs other related duties as assigned by the City Council.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Knowledge of general maintenance and mechanical practices and procedures and the ability to apply them in job situations.

· Knowledge of operation and maintenance of water and wastewater systems and ability to meet federal and state requirements and guidelines.

· Skilled in the operation of trucks and heavy equipment.

· Skilled in the use of various types of hand and power tools.

· Ability to understand and carryout complex tasks involving numbers and prepare reports.

· Ability to safely lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.

· Ability to supervise staff and accept supervision.

· Ability to perform a wide range of physical manual labor in a safe manner.

· Ability to work in adverse weather conditions and at irregular hours.

· Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with the public, vendors, elected officials and state officials.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.

· Ability to follow written and oral directions and complete assigned tasks with limited supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

· High school graduation or equivalent and 5 years previous experience.

· Previous manual labor experience.

· Previous experience in truck and heavy equipment operation.

· Valid Class B Minnesota Driver’s License or ability to obtain within 6 months.

· Valid Class C water & Class D wastewater license or ability to obtain these licenses within a three-year period.

FLSA Classification: non-exempt

Status: regular, hourly position

Position Evaluation Points: 291

Pay Range: $55,000 – 65,000

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person