FIELD OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR III - 55005915

State of Florida

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will oversee employees in the planning, directing, and control of all phases of highway maintenance operations including heavy equipment operations.

Requirements

Knowledge of department regulations, policies and procedures relating to highway maintenance operations including department’s personnel procedures.
Knowledge of proper and available equipment, materials, and techniques along with acceptable substitution.
Knowledge of construction, maintenance operations for vegetation control and aesthetics.
Knowledge of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work
Skill in determining maintenance work priorities and organizing resources to meet deadlines.
Skill in identifying and documenting personnel performance or conduct deficiencies.
Ability to interpret roadway design standards, maintenance rating standards, specifications and plans to ensure work completed is in compliance.
Ability to lead and influence individuals or a group to accomplish a task.
Ability to inspect completed maintenance or construction projects to ensure quality products.
Ability to supervise and instruct.
Ability to deal with internal and external customers in a courteous manner.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Ability to maintain accurate paperwork concerning assigned personnel and projects.
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
A valid Class “B” CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) with air brakes is required at time of hire.
Must obtain certification in Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic) - Advanced Level within one year and maintain it.
While on-duty status, the incumbent must be readily available to operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV), consistent with the type of CDL the incumbent is required to possess, or on a routine basis perform other CMV safety-sensitive functions.
Due to the nature of this position, the incumbent must respond to emergencies and be “on-call” (24 hour duty) when necessary.
This position requires a valid Class B driver license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Department’s Driver’s Record Requirements Policy.
In order to be eligible for hire into a position requiring a Commercial Driver License (CDL), applicants must register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Drug and Alcohol (FMCSA) Clearinghouse, as required, for the Department to conduct a pre-employment query.
To be considered for employment, applicants must meet the qualifications outlined in Title 49 CFR Part 391.11.

Responsibilities

Supervises employees spending the majority of the time communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees, and planning and directing employees’ work.
Has the authority to effectively recommend the hiring, transferring, suspension, lay off, recalls, promotions, discharges, assignments, rewards, or disciplinary actions for subordinate employees.
Plans and directs workloads, deadlines, work objectives and time utilization with subordinate staff.
Provides direction and ensures that all subordinates receive training and instruction in methods and techniques necessary to safely perform their assigned tasks.
Oversee employees in the planning, directing, and control of all phases of highway maintenance operations including heavy equipment operations.
Assist in the performance of work needs assessment in the field.
Coordinate and execute preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance plans to consistently provide a safe transportation system that ensures the mobility of people and goods while preserving the quality of our environment and communities.
Oversee employees in the field concerning the planning, directing, and control of minor improvement projects on the State Road System.
Manage assigned resources and keep accurate and complete accounting of time, material, and equipment usage.
Respond to internal and external customer concerns in a tactful and efficient manner.
Keep higher level management and appropriate staff apprised of situations that may impact the department operations.