Highway Superintendent at Town Of Glastonbury in Glastonbury, CT

The Town of Glastonbury is actively recruiting for the position of HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT. This managerial role oversees the Highway and Vehicle Maintenance Departments.

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This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance on the first day of employment; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; long-term disability insurance; pension benefits when the position meets the pension plan’s schedule requirements; retirement savings benefits; paid vacation, sick and personal leave; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; and longevity pay. Additional voluntary benefits and savings options include deferred compensation, short-term disability insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, accident insurance and supplemental life insurance. Benefits are subject to the terms and eligibility requirements of Town policies and benefit plans.

We sincerely appreciate your interest in working with us and greatly look forward to the possibility of working with you!

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under general direction of the Director of Engineering and Highways, plans, manages and oversees the operations of the Highway and Fleet Maintenance Divisions. Through subordinate supervisors, is responsible for the construction, maintenance and repair of Town streets and related infrastructure; snow and ice control; traffic signs and signals; maintenance and repair of the Town vehicle and equipment fleet; and operation of municipal gasoline, diesel and natural gas dispensing facilities.

Develops and administers divisional budgets; establishes operational priorities and allocates resources; plans for vehicle, equipment, material and facility needs; prepares specifications and coordinates procurement; monitors operational performance and expenditures; and provides direction and support to subordinate supervisors. Ensures assigned operations are conducted safely, efficiently and in accordance with applicable requirements, Town policies and established standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Plans, manages and evaluates the operations of the Highway and Fleet Maintenance Divisions; establishes priorities, coordinates resources and monitors service delivery, productivity, quality and cost effectiveness.
2. Oversees the construction, maintenance and repair of Town streets and related infrastructure, including pavement, roadsides, curbs, drainage systems, sanitary sewer, traffic signs and signals, and other assigned public works assets.
3. Plans and oversees snow and ice control operations, including staffing, equipment, materials and operational response to weather and road conditions; provides operational direction during storms and other highway emergencies, with attention to employee safety and safe equipment deployment.
4. Oversees maintenance and repair of the Town vehicle and equipment fleet, including passenger and public safety vehicles, light trucks, commercial motor vehicles, fire apparatus, heavy equipment, grounds maintenance equipment, sewer maintenance equipment and small equipment. Evaluates preventive maintenance, repair and replacement needs and related cost considerations.
5. Oversees the operation and maintenance of the Town garage and municipal gasoline, diesel and natural gas dispensing facilities and associated systems, records and controls; ensures compliance with applicable safety, environmental and regulatory requirements.
6. Oversees the preparation and accuracy of interdepartmental billing for vehicle and equipment maintenance, repairs and fuel usage.
7. Provides direction and oversight to the Highway Maintenance Supervisor and Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Supervisor; establishes expectations and operational priorities, evaluates performance, provides feedback, and holds supervisors accountable for employee safety, compliance with Town policies and procedures, and effective management of assigned operations. Supports supervisors in addressing personnel, equipment and service-delivery issues.
8. Through subordinate supervisors, ensures appropriate staffing, work assignment, training, performance management, employee relations and compliance with Town policies, work rules, and collective bargaining agreement. Participates in employee selection and disciplinary processes within authority.
9. Participates in the preparation of the annual operating budget and capital improvement requests; monitors expenditures and ensures effective and efficient use of resources. Conducts cost-benefit analyses and oversees procurement and vendor contract negotiations.
10. Plans and coordinates acquisition and replacement of vehicles and equipment for all Town departments; evaluates operational requirements, develops specifications, analyzes bids and proposals, recommends purchases, and verifies delivered vehicles and equipment for compliance with specifications.
11. Prepares bid specifications and other procurement documents for materials, equipment and contracted services for Highway and Fleet operations in accordance with Town purchasing requirements.
12. Oversees inventory management and control of parts, materials, supplies and other resources necessary for Highway and Fleet operations.
13. Coordinates divisional activities with Engineering, other Town departments, contractors, utilities, vendors and governmental agencies to support projects, emergency response and ongoing municipal operations.
14. Oversees workplace safety practices and injury prevention efforts within assigned divisions; identifies and addresses workplace hazards, ensures appropriate safety training and use of protective equipment, and oversees the investigation and correction of unsafe conditions and practices.
15. Establishes and monitors operating procedures, performance measures and records necessary to evaluate service delivery, asset readiness, resource use and operational effectiveness; identifies and implements improvements to reliability, efficiency and customer service.
16. Monitors changes in applicable safety, environmental and transportation regulations, as well as developments in highway maintenance, fleet management and related operations; evaluates their implications for Town operations and recommends changes to ensure compliance and improve safety, efficiency and cost effectiveness.
17. Ensures a respectful and safe work environment for all by fostering a culture of mutual respect, accountability for ethical behavior and positive leadership, aligning policies, procedures and training with such values. Sets high professional and customer service standards for staff and ensures accountability with those standards.

OTHER DUTIES:

1. Responds to emergencies and significant weather or infrastructure events outside normal working hours as required.
2. Performs other duties as required.

CONFIDENTIALITY:

• Maintains confidentiality of records and information as appropriate

CONDUCT:

• Observes safe work practices
• Observes state traffic laws
• Represents the Town in a professional and courteous manner; observes and respects the dignity of all persons

DEPENDABILITY:

• Regularly attends and is punctual for work
• Works evenings, weekends and other nonstandard hours as operational needs require

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE:

• Knowledge of:
  • public works operations, including street construction and maintenance, pavement and roadside maintenance, drainage systems, sanitary sewers, traffic signs and signals, and snow and ice control
  • fleet maintenance principles and practices applicable to a varied municipal fleet, including preventive maintenance, repair, replacement planning and equipment lifecycle considerations
  • vehicles, equipment, materials and work practices used in highway and fleet operations
  • safety, environmental and regulatory requirements applicable to assigned public works, fleet maintenance and fueling operations
  • budget development and administration, purchasing, competitive procurement and specification development
  • principles and practices of supervision, employee relations, performance management and administration of workplace policies and collective bargaining agreements
• Ability to:
  • direct, coordinate and evaluate the work of multiple operational divisions through subordinate supervisors, establishing clear expectations and ensuring accountability for performance and results
  • analyze operational needs, costs, service demands and available resources and make reasoned decisions within established policies and funding
  • develop operating and capital budget requests, monitor expenditures and plan for future vehicle, equipment, material and facility needs
  • prepare clear specifications, reports, recommendations and other written materials
  • interpret and apply policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreements and applicable laws, regulations and standards
  • coordinate work and communicate effectively with employees, Town officials and departments, union representatives, contractors, vendors, governmental agencies and the public
  • evaluate operational performance, expenditures, and vehicle and equipment maintenance records to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, reliability and cost effectiveness
  • prepare statistical and narrative reports, accurately, clearly and concisely
• Skilled in
  • leadership in order to provide a respectful, equitable and ethical work environment
  • supervision in order to provide guidance for staff and ensure accountability for performance
  • interpersonal communication in order to establish and maintain effective working relationships, and provide a high level of customer service

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to

• access and inspect highway, garage, fueling and project sites, including areas with uneven terrain and exposure to varying weather conditions

• sit, stand and walk for periods necessary to perform office and field responsibilities and to occasionally lift, carry, push or pull objects weighing up to 20 pounds

• review detailed operational, budgetary, procurement and technical information; manage multiple priorities; respond to changing conditions; and make timely decisions during routine and emergency operations

• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to review documents and work sites, observe vehicle and equipment conditions and hazards, operate a motor vehicle, and communicate effectively in office, garage, roadside and other work environments

• May be exposed to traffic, moving vehicles and equipment, noise, dust, grease, oil, fuels, chemicals and other conditions associated with highway, fleet maintenance and fueling operations

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Fleet Management or a closely related field, and ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in public works, highway operations, fleet maintenance or a closely related field, including at least four (4) years of experience supervising personnel and managing operational activities.

An equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience may be considered, provided the candidate possesses at least four (4) years of experience supervising personnel and managing operational activities.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION:

Valid Class D motor vehicle operator's license.

NOTE: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and responsibility. Incumbent must be able to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.