Job Title

Road Maintenance Shop Supervisor

Location

Henrico, VA, US

Organization Name

County of Henrico Department Public Works

About Us

Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.

General Statement of Duties

Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, July 11, 2022.

Serves as a working first line supervisor; supervises the day-to-day work activities of employees whose primary responsibilities are the maintenance of department vehicles and equipment; performs a wide variety of maintenance, equipment operation and other duties as needed; does related work as required.

Essential Duties

Considerable knowledge of the Division's operations and equipment; advanced ability to manipulate heavy motor equipment with constant attention to safety of operation in order to prevent accidents; sound working knowledge of general maintenance and repair of motorized equipment and equipment specific to road construction and maintenance; advanced ability to safely and appropriately repair and maintain heavy equipment; physical condition that will permit heavy lifting, loading, pushing, reaching, stooping, and climbing while working under adverse temperatures and weather conditions; sound working knowledge of a wide variety of methods, equipment and materials used in road and drainage maintenance; basic working knowledge of the hazards in laboring work and of necessary safety precautions; considerable knowledge of traffic rules, traffic management rules, safety rules and regulations and accident-prevention practices; sound welding skills to create safe welds using various welding tools and techniques; sound math skills with the ability to accurately track and report inventory, track and manage to an approved budget, maintain and prepare reports as assigned; ability to work from plans and specifications and to follow rough sketches and oral instructions; ability to read and accurately comprehend, interpret, apply and communicate technical information accurately; ability to work under and fully understand and communicate detailed and complex instructions from the immediate supervision of a supervisor or who issues oral and written work assignments; sound problem solving skills with the ability to appropriately resolve a wide variety of issues; may require the ability to research issues and identify solutions; good supervisory skills including strong training skills and the ability to effectively manage workloads, direct the activities of assigned staff efficiently, and to foster and maintain high morale and engagement; ability to assign, oversee, and inspect the work of a small work group of unskilled and semi-skilled road maintenance technicians engaged primarily in routine maintenance operations; ability to work independently and with a team to complete assigned tasks safely and on time; ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of department staff; personal accountability including teamwork and establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with all levels of department staff; good communication and good interpersonal skills with the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; efficient computer skills with ability to create, track and approve records in various systems used by the Department and the County; sound working knowledge of forklift operations with the ability to train others on the safe operation of forklifts; excellent customer service skills, tact, and courtesy with the ability to positively and appropriately represent the County in all interactions with the public. Requires a safe driving record with the ability to safely operate County-owned vehicles and equipment. Requires ability to work a flexible schedule that may occur any day of the week, including weekends, and during various day and evening hours as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of high school with relevant coursework preferred and four (4) years of relevant work experience maintaining and operating heavy equipment; previous supervisory experience preferred; OR , any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Additional Information

Requires a valid driver's license with a safe driving record, valid Class A CDL with tank endorsement N and without restrictions, valid VDOT flagging certification, valid confined space certification (may be obtained through County training) and a valid forklift operator's certification (may be obtained through County training).
A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

How To Apply

Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, July 11, 2022.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal though https://henrico.us/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.us.

Minimum Salary

48508

Maximum Salary

89233

Currency

USD

Main Organization

General Government General Government

Employment Status

Permanent Fulltime Permanent Full-time

Amount of Travel

Work At Home