Transportation Maintenance Supervisor

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

13h

About The Position

This position supervises, coordinates, and implements public works maintenance and construction activities and contracts throughout multiple work sites for a specified department or major division. This differs from Public Works Crew Supervisor which supervises and participates in the activities of assigned crews within a geographically assigned area.

Requirements

• Six years of experience in commercial, industrial or public works maintenance, repair or construction AND two years of lead or supervisory experience in a commercial, industrial or public works construction or maintenance setting. (Graduation from an accredited college or technical school in environmental technology, engineering or a related discipline may substitute for four years of general experience. Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
• OR: Three years of experience with Pima County as a Public Works Crew Supervisor or in another closely related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
• OR: One year of experience with Pima County as a Transportation Maintenance Supervisor or in another closely related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application.
• Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
• The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
• Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination.
• Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
• All positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application.
• Some positions may require a valid Arizona commercial driver’s License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements at time of appointment or prior to end of initial probation.
• Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a 40-hour OSHA course in hazardous materials management and certification as a Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) by the Solid Waste Management Association of North America prior to end of initial/ promotional probation.
• Failure to obtain/maintain the required licensure/certification/registration shall be grounds for termination.
• The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.
• Some positions within this classification may require experience in the operation of heavy equipment.
• Some positions may carry the risk of exposure to infectious diseases, asbestos or wastewater and sewage products, therefore special medical screening prior to or during employment may be necessary to assure employee health and safety.
• Some positions may require the ability to enter and work in confined spaces, which may require the proper wearing of individual safety and protective equipment.
• Some positions require the ability to lift or move equipment weighing from 50 to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum four (4) years experience as a lead or supervisory in public works related roadway maintenance.
• Minimum four (4) years experience using Pima County asset management software.
• Minimum four (4) years experience facilitating and assisting with personnel matters (FMLA, progressive discipline, and employee plans/appraisals).
• Minimum four (4) years experience effectively scheduling work crews, equipment, and/or materials for the efficient delivery of services related to roadway maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversees maintenance, repair and construction work on assigned sections of highways, roadways, drainage ways, solid waste or sanitary sewerage facilities and structures
• Ensures quality control, safety practices and completion of all work performed by work crews, vendors and contract construction agencies
• Schedules and inspects the implementation of annual and periodic maintenance activities with a computer-based work order system, construction and service contracts for compliance with operating permits, standards and specifications
• Forecasts, projects and/or monitors unit costs and expenditures for supplies, equipment and man-hours for maintenance and construction projects and contracts
• Inspects assigned areas for road damage or roadway hazards and orders repairs of specialized road and bridge facilities/structures, such as guardrails, cattle guards, corrugated pipe culverts, traffic signs and roadway markings, traffic signal and lighting etc.
• Coordinates the construction, repair, inspection and maintenance of sanitary sewer or solid waste facilities, wastewater pumping systems, manholes, piping, spillways and catwalks, to include vector, odor and corrosion control
• Coordinates activities involved in the operational maintenance of public solid and landfill waste facilities and authorizes stop-work orders
• Interprets blueprints, construction specifications and engineering drawings and discusses specified construction procedures with affected parties to ensure compliance with contract requirements and industry standards and codes
• Investigates ROW encroachments and complaints, reviews and inspects traffic control plans, and coordinates with utility companies and contractors operating within the right-of-way
• May act as Public Works Supervisor II in their absence.

Benefits

• Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security.
• Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being.
• Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs.
• In addition, a County-wide employee recognition program rewards employees who exemplify the County values of being accountable, respectful and ethical as well as providing great customer service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed