Assistant Public Works Superintendent
Job in
Grand Ledge, Eaton County, Michigan, 48837, USA
Listing for:
City of St Joseph
Part Time
position
Listed on 2026-03-12
Job specializations:
-
Management
Water Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly
USD
80000.00
100000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Grand LedgeApplication Information
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General Summary
Under the general direction of the Public Works Superintendent, assists in the planning and management of the City’s drinking water treatment and distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, city engineering, utility construction, maintenance, rights-of-way, utility vehicle and equipment fleet, Public Services garage, grounds and maintenance, airport, parks and recreation facilities, and cemetery. Supervises assigned personnel and participates in the activities of the department, stays current with pertinent statutes and Federal and State drinking water regulations, industry trends & technology, and assists in developing recommendations for the efficient and effective operations of all department functions.
Essential
Job Functions
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all the duties that the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
NOTE:
These examples do not include all the duties that the employee may be expected to perform.
Assists in planning, directing, coordinating, and evaluating aspects of the water pumping, treatment, and distribution systems, the wastewater collection systems, and infrastructure elements, right-of-way, airport, cemetery, parks, and grounds and facilities operations, including personnel management, budgeting, general administration, and capital needs assessment. Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures in accordance with departmental directives, policies, procedures, regulations, and City guidelines.Participate in the recruitment and hiring of department personnel, both seasonal and part-time. Assists in the supervision of personnel, evaluates performance, and oversees training. Assists in the disciplinary action of personnel in accordance with established procedures and participates in labor relations activities as directed. Oversees volunteers and community service workers when applicable.Assists in the assessment of department operations, staffing levels, facilities, and equipment. Assists in developing annual budget requests covering operations and helps monitor budget expenditure. Assists with purchasing supplies, equipment, and materials in accordance with established procedures as directed.Assists with the implementation of safety awareness programming in accordance with departmental policy and City, State, and Federal guidelines. Instructs employees on safety standards, precautionary procedures, and departmental policies and procedures.Under the general direction of the Public Works Superintendent, directs the daily activities of DPS staff by preparing schedules, assigning and supervising work, monitoring performance, and determining priorities. Oversee the routine maintenance, standard operations, and special projects associated with utilities, parks, and associated equipment, recycling/compost center, airport, and related infrastructure.Under the general direction of the Public Works Superintendent, assists with construction projects and works with engineers, contractors, and inspectors. Assists with various community special events; devises, arranges, and adjusts plans for debris and litter pick-up and removal.Assists in assessing the need for private contracting of special projects and services, participates in the contracting process, and provides project oversight and quality control as directed.Conducts research, compiles information, and prepares reports at the request of the Public Works Superintendent. Represents the Public Works Department at various meetings and makes presentations as requested.Operates light and heavy equipment, tools, and vehicles in support of various projects associated with the department or other departments as needed. Performs snow removal activities as assigned, including emergency snow removal.Coordinates work with Public…
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