Crew Supervisor- Asphalt

About our opportunity: The City of Asheville invites you to apply to join our team as a full-time Crew Supervisor for preventative maintenance with the Public Works Department, Streets Division. The purpose of this position is to perform supervisory and skilled work directing and participating in various maintenance and/or construction activities of multiple or large work crews. The ideal candidate will have experience managing a crew while conducting construction projects on roadways, and sidewalks. Candidates must also have a valid Commercial Driver's License to be considered for this position. What you'll be doing:

• Directs, supervises and participates with assigned labor crews in performance of a variety of maintenance and/or construction work. Inspects work to ensure completion in accordance with established specifications, standards and deadlines.
• Administers or makes recommendations for routine personnel matters affecting subordinates, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, assigning, scheduling, granting leave, appraising and disciplining, etc. Submits records and reports as required by City management.
• Monitors and tracks subordinate work time, including overtime; prepares overtime requests as required. Works overtime in order to complete an ongoing project or in case of emergency.
• Assigns crew members to various work tasks; trains work crew members, as necessary.
• Monitors materials used on work sites, including costs, quantity and surcharges.
• Operates and trains crew to operate various heavy and light equipment, hand tools and other necessary equipment.
• Monitors project and task completion.
• Ensures proper allocation of equipment, tools, supplies and materials to complete assigned work; oversees and participates in operation and minor maintenance/ repair of tools and equipment.
• Prepares and maintains records of daily work crew activities; meets with work crew to advise of project requirements and status.
• Confers with City residents to receive and respond to work requests, inquiries, complaints and scheduling of a facility. Advises subordinates and/or superiors of residents' concerns.
• Prepares routine records, schedules, estimates and expenditure reports utilizing computer-based programs and project management packages.
• Confers with representatives of private maintenance and/or construction crews. Advises superiors and/or subordinates of activities and/or concerns of private utility and construction crews.
• Acts as a working supervisor assisting crews with various tasks and assignments.
• Monitors work zone safety and provides safety information and training.
• Sidewalk snow removal required.
• Inspects equipment daily and reports need for repairs; assists with repair work.

Supplemental Functions:

• Performs other similar duties as required.

About you:

• What you Bring:

We know your time is valuable. Applicants who meet the following minimum requirements or have comparable experience and/or education will be considered :

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Three (3) years of related experience with construction including work zone safety, roadways, and sidewalks.
• At least one year of supervisory experience is required.

Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid Driver's License

Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.

Persons of all genders and races are encouraged to apply.

Other things to know:

- Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM (40 hours per week/4 day work week) - Starting rate of pay is $27.30 Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to read and understand basic workplace data, such as simple forms, tables, graphs, schedules, etc.
• Ability to conduct research of existing, internal policies and procedures.
• Ability to compile data into a formal report or recommendation shared with others and often verbally presented.
• Ability to think creatively in all areas for the purpose of increasing efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written form.
• Ability to research program documents and narrative materials, and develop reports from information gathered.
• Ability to analyze situations to pinpoint problems and assist with solving problems or identifying sources of obstacles.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships as required by work assignments.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedural guidelines and to apply this understanding to tasks.
• Ability to bring resources together to resolve a problem or provide a solution.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions including ice and snow, hot weather and storm events.