Drainage Ops. and Maint. Supv. - Storm Drain Concrete (Reserved for current COA Employees)

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus (6) years of experience in maintenance and/or construction, including (3) years of experience in the operation of heavy duty equipment and (2) years of experience in a lead/supervisory capacity.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Must have a valid Texas Commercial Driver License. To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy.

Physical Requirements:

• Talking; use of vision and hearing; frequent standing; sitting; walking; driving; good vision, dexterity, and mobility; able to lift and carry up to ninety (90) pounds; available to work long hours; and occasionally perform manual labor.

Notes to Applicants

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW :
Please learn more about our department and how we serve our community: What does the Watershed Protection Department do?

POSITION OVERVIEW :
This position is a member of the Field Operations Branch, Closed Systems Division and will be responsible for:

• Managing the day-to-day operations for the construction, maintenance, and repair of the City’s storm water drainage systems. Manage the activities of storm drain concrete crews. Manage 3-1-1 emergency response outside of normal business hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Assisting pipe, cleaning and maintenance, and TV inspection crews.

• Reviewing proposed design/construction plans and specifications with engineers and providing technical expertise to planned construction, maintenance, and repair activities.

• Coordinating with the appropriate project personnel and providing feedback regarding operations, materials, equipment, and personnel. Developing work-site plans for significant construction and maintenance activities.

• Overseeing and managing the inventory of materials, supplies, and equipment to ensure an adequate quantity is available for planned work.

• Conducting independent inspections of projects for quality control and ensures work standards adhere to regulations, policies, and procedures. Reviewing work priorities, schedules, and assignments. Attending meetings with internal and external customers, including citizens.

ESSENTIAL STATUS :
This position has been designated as an Essential Employee position. In the event of a city-designated extraordinary situation or emergency condition, essential employees provide services that impact the public health, safety, utility services, and welfare of members of the Austin community and other employees, as well as ensure the continuity of essential operations. Essential Employees may be called back in during such events, required to modify their schedule, assigned to a City-designated work site, or retained on-site to assist with operations and recovery.

BENEFITS :
Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click here for more information.

EDUCATION :
Education verification will be conducted on the top candidate.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION :
Job Offer is contingent on passing a Criminal Background Investigation.

DRIVING REQUIREMENT :
This position requires you have a valid Texas Commercial Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE :
Must have a valid Texas Commercial Driver License. To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Job offer will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening test and thereafter, comply with the Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing rules as outlined by the City of Austin Alcohol and Drug Policy for Driver’s of Commercial Motor Vehicles.

ASSESSMENT :
A written assessment will be given as part of the interview process to evaluate skill levels and competencies required for this position.

ABOUT YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION (Please read carefully):
When completing the City of Austin Employment Application:

• Include details on the application of prior or current work history with the City of Austin.
• A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the employment application, but do not substitute for a complete employment application.
• A detailed and complete employment application will help us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
• Include any previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications and relevant experience.
• Your work history must include employer name and address, job title, supervisor’s name and phone number, the month and year of employment and detailed description of the work you performed. We do not accept “See Resume” and your application will be considered incomplete.
• Any relevant work history on the resume must be reflected in the employment application in order to be considered.

Pay Range
$30.29 - $37.86

Hours
40 hours per week, Monday - Thursday, 5:30am - 4:00pm

May require working outside of normal business hours as dictated by business needs. In
addition, work schedule may change to a rotating shift during weather events. Must be
agreeable to accepting on-call assignments which might result in a call-back to work.
Job Close Date 07/01/2024 Type of Posting Reserved for City Employees Department Watershed Protection Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 6301 Harold Court, Austin, Texas 78721 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Extensive experience in management of concrete infrastructure repair and storm drainpipe system repair (such as curb inlets, curb and gutter, flumes, headwalls, safety end treatments, reinforced concrete pipes, sidewalks, retaining walls, and manholes) for a municipality.
• Experience entering data and information into MAXIMO or any other similar type of work order management system.
• Experience collaborating and communicating effectively and professionally with others who have varying levels of technical knowledge such as citizens, contractors, subordinate staff and management.
• Experience with setting-up work zone traffic control plans, making 8-1-1 utility locate requests and obtaining permits to perform work within the City Right-of-Way.
• CDL A preferred.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


Assigns and coordinates work crews in performing planned construction and maintenance work on pipelines, storm drain concrete, tunnel inlet facilities, creek side inlets, and detention and water quality ponds to produce a finished product to required standards. Ensures traffic control is set up in construction zones. Ensures drainage right of way, as generated by customer services requests ( CSE ). Monitors daily work sheets, vehicle inspection sheets, and vehicle accidents. Ensures work and safety standards are being maintained and schedules are being met. Investigates and responds to citizen complaints. Ensures vehicles and equipment are maintained as necessary. Writes routine correspondence and communicates as needed with employees, other divisions, and departments.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of the provisions in the Texas Motor Vehicle Code relating to the operation of motorized equipment on public streets and highways.
• Knowledge of the Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices ( TMUTCD ) provisions.
• Knowledge of the methods, practices, equipment, and materials used in the construction and maintenance of storm drain operations.
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of process mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors, slide gates, and supervisory control and data acquisitions ( SCADA ) systems.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws.
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of supervisory techniques and principles.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to operate all types of light and heavy motorized equipment for construction and maintenance.
• Ability to use a surveyor’s level to set and maintain elevation grades on project sites.
• Ability to calculate math areas and volumes and prepare cost estimates.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus (6) years of experience in maintenance and/or construction, including (3) years of experience in the operation of heavy duty equipment and (2) years of experience in a lead/supervisory capacity. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a Texas Commercial Driver License. Do you have a Texas Commercial Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Texas Commercial Driver License by your hire date?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have a Valid Texas Class "A" Commercial Driver License or the ability to obtain with-in six (6) months of hire?

• Yes, I have a Valid Texas Class "A" Commercial Driver License
• Yes, I can obtain a Valid Texas Class "A" Commercial Driver License with-in six (6) months of hire.
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

* Please describe your experience with repairing and constructing municipal concrete storm drain infrastructure such as curb inlets, curb and gutter, flumes, headwalls, safety end treatments, reinforced concrete pipes, sidewalks, retaining walls, and manholes and the like.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience entering data and information into MAXIMO or any other similar type of work order management system. Include the position, type of data and list the company in which you gained this experience.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience with 1- setting up work zone traffic control plans, 2- making 8-1-1 utility location requests, and 3- obtaining permits to perform work within the City Right-of-Way. Include your position and list the company which you gained such experience.
(Open Ended Question)
* This position requires participation in an on-call schedule for flood warning response activities, which may extend beyond regular business hours. Are you agreeable to accepting on-call assignments which might result in a call back to work or work outside regular business hours?

• Yes
• No

* The Physical Requirements for this position are: Talking; use of vision and hearing; frequent standing; sitting; walking; driving; good vision, dexterity, and mobility; able to lift and carry up to ninety (90) pounds; available to work long hours; and occasionally perform manual labor. Are you able to perform the physical requirements for this position as listed with or without reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

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