LABOR SUPERVISOR-Roads Division

Louisville-Jefferson METRO (KY)
Louisville, Kentucky
Full Time

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Salary

$65,291.20 Annually

Location

LOUISVILLE, KY

Job Type

Full_Time

Job Number

13986

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

06/27/2025

Closing Date

7/6/2025 12:00 AM Eastern

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Description

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

Louisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life. Aside from community-wide initiatives like the Mayor's Hike, Bike and Paddle event every Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Healthy Hometown Movement, Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being, like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay. Louisville Metro Government understands that a team of healthy, vibrant employees is the greatest asset we have.

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