LABOR SUPERVISOR-Roads Division

  • Louisville Metro Government
  • Louisville, Kentucky
  • Full Time

YOU MUST BE A CURRENT METRO GOVT PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYEE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

Supervises multiple work crews involved in road construction, road maintenance, property maintenance, right-of-way signs and markings, snow removal and other public works projects
Investigates complaints from the public regarding public works projects
Coordinates projects, enforces safe work practices and oversees field review of public works projects
Exercises supervision over subordinate personnel

Examples of Duties

Examples of Work: UNDER GENERAL SUPERVISION Interprets, explains and enforces regulations, policies and procedures and renders decisions Enforces safety procedures to ensure safe operation of equipment and employee safety Attends meetings, provides information, and answers questions concerning public works operations and projects Plans, develops, organizes and evaluates public road construction, road maintenance, property maintenance and signs and markings programs for compliance to standards and regulations and recommends modifications and improvements Supervises, assigns work tasks and reviews completed road construction, road maintenance, property maintenance and signs and markings work assignments Prepares and submits bid specifications and bid requests and submits recommendations concerning the procurement of road construction, road maintenance, property maintenance and signs and markings materials and equipment Provides technical assistance and instruction concerning the operation and use of signs and markings, and light and heavy construction equipment and materials Consults with subordinates and managers to discuss problems, procedures and work assignment progress Delegates work and responsibilities to subordinates to achieve objectives and goals Coordinates road construction, road maintenance, property maintenance and signs and markings projects and activities with other departmental personnel and contractors Assists with budget preparation and prepares reports Performs related work

Physical Requirement & Working Conditions: Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work Spends prolonged periods of time sitting, standing, walking, carrying, stooping and climbing Lifts and carries items weighing up to 100 pounds in a team setting Must work a varied schedule Spends prolonged periods of time exposed to the elements Inspects and observes work areas

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements: Associate's degree Business Administration Construction Technology Engineering Engineering Technology Public Administration Related field Two years of supervisory or lead road construction, road maintenance, drainage maintenance, property maintenance experience Other Minimums: Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA Must provide one's own source of transportation Must be on 24 hour call Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted Special Requirements: PUBLIC WORKS - SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT Must attend two U of K Road Scholar and Road Master program classes per year KSA's: Ability to communicate orally and in writing Ability to operate a personal computer and other office equipment Ability to write concise and clear reports PUBLIC WORKS - SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT Ability to communicate orally and in writing Ability to operate a personal computer and other office equipment Ability to write concise and clear reports Ability to shoot grade with level instrument and figure grade for positive drainage

Supplemental Information

EOE

Job ID: 483274583
Originally Posted on: 6/29/2025

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