STREET AND SANITATION SUPERINTENDENT

*STREET AND SANITATION SUPERINTENDENT* JOB APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS 1.
Minimum age-21.
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Applicants must be a citizen of the United States.
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Applicants must attach a copy of a valid Alabama Driver’s License.
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Applicants must attach a copy of discharge papers if requesting veteran’s preference.
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Applicants must attach a copy of the highest diploma received.
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Applicants must have served in a supervisory capacity for a minimum of 5 years.
College Degree is a plus.
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Applicants must attach a resume showing work experience and education.
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Applicants must present three (3) letters of reference with telephone numbers for each reference.
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Applicants must be able to perform strenuous physical labor.
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Applicants must pass a drug test.
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Sheffield residency is a plus.
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Successful applicants must work a 6-month probationary period.
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Beginning Salary minimum - $47,600 and Maximum - $70,939 per year depending on experience.
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Vacation: After 1 year, 1 week; after 2 years, 2 weeks; after 10 years, 3 weeks; after 20 years 4 weeks.
Accrued vacation cannot be carried over.
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Sick leave: 15 days if justified.
120 days sick leave can be accrued.
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Health and dental services for the employee and family paid by the City.
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Mandatory retirement contribution according to tier 2-level of the Retirement Systems of Alabama with additional contribution by the City of Sheffield.
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Worker’s compensation insurance and $30,000 life insurance provided by the City.
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Holidays: 11 paid annually.
*PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
ANY APPLICATION NOT FULLY COMPLETED BY PROVIDING ALL REQUESTED INFORMATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT.
* *APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO * *CITY CLERK’S OFFICE BY* *4:30P.
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, April 5, 2024* *SUPERINTENDENT* *STREET AND SANITATION DEPARTMENT* This position is responsible for the effective, efficient, and safe operation of the Street and Sanitation Department.
It includes management of a large group of workers engaged in skilled, semiskilled, and unskilled public works maintenance and construction activities.
This is a working manager position that often requires direct participation to get the work of the department completed.
The employee must be able to perform the physical requirements of all positions.
This position is responsible for ensuring that department facilities and equipment are maintained in good condition.
The employee supervises a large group of workers including subordinate foremen, equipment operators, truck drivers and unskilled and semiskilled laborers in such operations as construction and repair of dirt, gravel and paved streets; construction of sidewalks, drains, curbs, gutters, and storm sewers; storm preparation and cleanup as well as a variety of miscellaneous labor assignments of a public works nature.
The employee is responsible for the management of Sanitation Drivers to ensure prompt and efficient garbage collection and disposal.
The employee is responsible for management of crews assigned to collect and dispose of roadside brush and debris.
The employee is expected to work with considerable independence and initiative in accomplishing the varied tasks assigned to the department.
The employee is responsible for operating the department within an approved budget and planning for all capital funds needs.
This position is responsible for ensuring that all city, state, and federal laws, polices, and regulations are complied with in the operation of the department.
The employee must communicate effectively, professionally, and respectfully with the public, members of the media, government officials, employees, and others.
The employee works with other departments and organizations to coordinate and support activities that benefit the city and its citizens.
This position reports to the mayor or his designated representative.
*EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED* All duties listed may not be found in each position, nor does the list include all tasks which may be assigned to this position.
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Directs the maintenance, repair and occasional construction of city streets, sidewalks, bridges, drains, and storm sewers; requisitions necessary materials and supplies; enforces safe work methods and procedures; instructs foremen in work methods and schedules; and confers with them concerning problems encountered.
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Receives complaints; inspects sites of needed repair and determines methods to be used; and estimates costs.
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Inspects and reviews the work of employees.
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Plans routes, business operations, and coordinates services of personnel engaged in refuse collection and disposal.
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Determines priorities for various work crews; construction of drainage systems, catch basins, curbs, and the marking of streets and public parking areas.
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Supervises the maintenance of department financial, accounting, personnel, operational and other records, and reports.
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Ensures that all city and department official policies and procedures are followed.
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Performs other work and duties as required to accomplish the goals and objectives of the department.
*REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES* 1.
Thorough knowledge of materials, methods, and techniques commonly used in public works construction and maintenance activities.
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Thorough knowledge of the safe operation and maintenance of construction and maintenance equipment.
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Thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the work.
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Working knowledge of implementing organizational changes and evaluating implementation.
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Working knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
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Ability to lay-out, direct, and supervise the work of several crews performing skilled, semiskilled, and unskilled activities and to obtain efficient results.
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Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
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Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
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Ability to keep time and material records and prepare work and time reports.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and coworkers.
*QUALIFICATIONS* Any combination of training and experience equivalent to: 1.
High School Graduate.
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Considerably progressively responsible supervisory experience in public works construction and maintenance activities.
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Ability to operate equipment used by the Street and Sanitation Department.
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Possess or ability to obtain a valid Alabama Commercial Driver’s License.
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Willing to work outside normally scheduled hours to address emergencies and ensure necessary work of the department is accomplished.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $47,600.
00 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * 10 hour shift * Day shift * Evening shift * Holidays * Monday to Friday * Morning shift Ability to Relocate: * Sheffield, AL 35660: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person