***MUST BE A CURRENT KLAMATH COUNTY EMPLOYEE IN THE PUBLIC WORKS ROAD DEPARTMENT. THIS POSTING WILL CLOSE AT 5 PM ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9th.***
General Position Summary
Assist the Road Superintendent in planning, directing and carrying out major programs within the Road Division of the Public Works Department. This includes providing road, roadside, bridge and drainage maintenance and construction. Supervises a road crew in the maintenance and construction of County roads, bridges, drainage ditches, etc.
Essential Functions
The following may not be all inclusive and other duties may be assigned.
Assumes the duties of the Road Superintendent during his absence.
Identifies, plans and schedules road, bridge and drainage maintenance and construction projects within the County; ensures the efficient utilization of time, equipment and materials.
Meets with the Road Superintendent to receive work assignments; provides recommendations for assembling job crews; directs the work activities of the crews at work sites, which may include asphalt overlays, new construction, bridges, patching, ditch maintenance, brush cutting, etc.; checks crews' timecards and computer printouts for accuracy.
Assigns, monitors and evaluates the work of maintenance crews for maintenance and construction projects; assists with solving problems.
Responds to inquiries and complaints from the public; consults with the Road Superintendent and takes appropriate action as necessary.
Second on call list for after hours, weekend and holidays to respond to emergencies that occur on County roadways.
Reads and executes blueprints on construction work; estimates personnel, equipment and supplies needed to complete assigned projects.
Inspects County roads to evaluate potential problems; makes recommendations for correction of problems.
Plans and implements a safe working environment for Road Division employees; ensures conformance to County operational and safety policies; conducts safety meetings and attends safety committee meetings.
Advises management of potential problems or safety concerns; makes recommendations for improving procedures and operations of the Road Department.
Prepares or provides reports and recommendations as requested.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Assists with the supervision of all employees in the Road 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; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education & Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of five years’ experience in road maintenance and construction, including at least two years in a supervisory capacity. Thorough knowledge of road and bridge maintenance; methods, techniques and materials required for roadway, roadside, bridge and drainage construction and maintenance operations.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Oregon Driver's License
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
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