Asphalt Superintendent

Harris County (TX)
Baytown, Texas
Full Time

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Position Description

What you will do at Harris County Precinct 2

Under general supervision of Road & Bridge Manager, Superintendent is responsible for coordinating the construction and maintenance of assigned county roads, managing and organizing various work schedules of subordinates, contractors, budget planning, and administration. Plan and oversee all asphalt projects and equipment maintenance associated with or assigned to the Public Works Department. Perform supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the County's policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Directs workers engaged in maintaining and constructing roads and bridges; oversees the operation and maintenance of equipment and facilities; inspects completed work for conformance to blueprints, specifications, and standards; maintains work records and prepares various activity reports
Oversee daily operation of the asphalt paving crew including, but not limited to, oversight of paving crew and truck drivers and coordination with dispatcher for proper asphalt delivery. Perform daily equipment walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.
Directs and supervises staff, encompassing all administrative functions, including interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling, assigning work, reviewing performance, administering discipline, and addressing employee related issues. Ensures employees are following established safety policies and regulations
Performs as lead estimator and project planning resource to senior staff; including work performed for contractors
Investigates and resolves citizen's requests and concerns
Represents the precinct in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with county staff, public officials, contractors, engineers, other agencies and the general public
Perform any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education:

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.

Experience:

Seven (7) years' of road and bridge maintenance and construction experience

Comparable combination of education, training and/or experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis

Licensure:

Must have a valid Texas driver's license

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must have thorough knowledge of asphalt techniques, materials, and equipment necessary for proper road construction and maintenance
Must have basic knowledge of bridge construction and maintenance
Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate with lead staff, Supervisors, & Contractors
Ability to document all work performed through asset management software
Ability to operate road maintenance and construction equipment
Proficient ability to multi-task and effectively lead teams to execute a range of precinct objectives and timely completion of projects
Proficient in construction and project management with the ability to identify obstacles in the construction progress and resolve them

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Experience:

Five (5) years of supervisory experience (preferred)

Licensure:

Class "B" CDL with tanker endorsement (preferred)

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

Full-time | 40 hours per week
This may include weekends and holidays.

Location

8103 Wade Road, Baytown, TX 77521

Reporting Relationships

Reports To Position: Public Works Superintendent
Supervises Positions: Asphalt Truck Operator & Asphalt Field Operator

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

Work is on active construction sites involving pervasive hazards associated with heavy equipment and tool operations; speeding traffic; loud and constant noise; and regular exposure to chemicals, dust, fumes, and combustible materials. Required to work outdoors on varied and often unstable terrain involving exposure to varying weather conditions of extreme hot and cold temperatures. Some working conditions require special precautions and the use of protective gear (e.g., hard hats, respirator masks, gloves, etc.).
Essential functions involve significant physical demands related to repeated lifting of up to 50 pounds unassisted, 100 pounds with assistance rarely; carrying tools, materials, and equipment over rough terrain; climbing, reaching and bending. Frequently required to walk, sit, talk, drive, hear, bend, stoop, twist, and balance; need the ability to occasionally kneel and crawl; need the ability to grasp manual controls and the ability to use foot controls and operate gas, diesel, and electrically powered equipment.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

BENEFITS

Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.

The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:

Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Wellness Plan
Life Insurance
Long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service
Accrual rates increase based on years of service
Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday
Professional development opportunities
Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
Healthcare Reimbursement Account
457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:

Retirement Pension (TCDRS)
Flexible schedule (varies by department)
Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?

High School or GED diploma
Associate Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or higher
None of the above

Which of the following best describes your verifiable road and bridge maintenance and construction experience? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

Less than two (2) years
Two (2) years or more but less than three (3) years
Three (3) years or more but less than four (4) years
Four (4) years or more but less than five (5) years
Five (5) years or more but less than six (6) years
Six (6) years or more but less than seven (7) years
Seven (7) years or more but less than eight (8) years
Eight (8) years or more
I do not have this experience

Please provide the dates of employment during which you obtained road and bridge maintenance and construction experience. Provide the month and year that began and ended the experience. Example: "January 2020 - December 2023" If this experience is not clearly documented in the Work Experience section, your application will be disqualified. If you do not have this experience, please type "N/A" in the space provided.

Which of the following best describes your verifiable supervisory/management experience? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

Less than five (5) years
Five (5) years or more but less than six (6) years
Six (6) years or more but less than seven (7) years
Seven (7) years or more
I do not have this experience.

Please provide details about your verifiable relevant supervisory/management experience. Provide the month and year that began and ended the experience. Example: "January 2020 - December 2023" If this experience is not clearly documented in the Work Experience section, your application will be disqualified. If you do not have this experience, please type "N/A" in the space provided.

For this position, a valid Texas Driver's License is necessary. Please choose the option that best describes your situation: Do you meet the above requirement? (Please be sure to include all related details in the Certificates and Licenses section of your application.)

Yes, I currently hold a valid Texas Driver's License.
Yes, I possess a valid Out-of-State Driver's License, but I am aware that I must acquire a valid Texas Driver's License before the start date.
No, I do not currently have a driver's license, but I commit to obtaining one before the start date.
No, I do not currently have a valid driver's license.

For this position, a valid Class 'B' CDL Texas License is necessary. Please choose the option that best describes your situation: