Maintenance Supervisor - Solid Waste Management

The City of Roanoke is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for the Solid Waste Management Division who will perform difficult skilled work in supervision of a number of crews in collection of trash and recycling. Responsible for personal contact with new business owners, property managers, residents, DRI, event zone and the Chamber of Commerce to ensure that the trash and recycling process is fully understood by all.

Will be responsible for supervising the Operations Group within SWM on a daily basis which includes monitoring the 1,100 physically challenged customers and assists in the absence of the other two supervisors. Must have good verbal and written skills, knowledge of computer software such as Microsoft Office, Excel and Powerpoint with ability to make presentations to groups of people, with three or more years of supervisory experience.

The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer.

To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.

This is an exempt position.

Performs difficult skilled work in supervision of a number of crews engaged in maintenance or construction projects.

• Oversees and delegates field supervision
• Ensures project conformance to work plans and orders
• Performs or assists in the planning, preparation, estimation, and design of maintenance and construction projects
• Monitors internal projects and outside contractors for conformance to set standards and procedures
• Coordinates and schedules equipment and work flow for maximum efficiency
• Works with other City departments, business, agencies, and other governments concerning joint projects
• Accounts for department inventory and ensures preventative maintenance of equipment
• Provides training and instruction to subordinates as required
• Prepares and submits detailed reports and records
• Assists in the preparation of the department budget
• Works on the project site and gives advice and assistance to crew
• Receives and handles complaints and accident reports
• May operate heavy and light equipment in snow removal
• Assumes duties of Maintenance Superintendent as needed
• May be required to wear some type of respiratory protection in the performance of their duties

Supervises several skilled and unskilled crews engaged in maintenance and construction operations within assigned department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to prepare plans and detailed reports. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

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