Construction and Maintenance Lead-Street Division

Construction Maintenance Lead

The Construction Maintenance Lead is considered the Foreman and directs coordinates, performs skilled street maintenance and construction, snow removal, and / or waste collection, and does related work as required. The employee in this classification does both manual and coordination work as a lead person responsible for other employees. Under general supervision, the Lead is accountable for employees, tools, and equipment assigned to his / her crew. The employee assigns specific jobs and duties within his / her crew and has the responsibility to see that they are efficiently and correctly performed. The work often necessitates on-the-spot decisions, although general supervision and direction are exercised by department supervisors. The employee in this class operates vehicles and other equipment which requires special skills as well as a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). In addition, this position is required to work snow and ice control and other emergencies multiple days in a row including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Coordinates crews which perform extensive sewer, manhole, storm inlet, asphalt and concrete pavement repairs and curb and gutter grading projects.

Coordinates and performs street maintenance and construction and / or waste collection.

Plans, assigns and coordinates crews engaged in plowing, salting, and drift control.

Performs snow and ice removal for periods of up to 18 hours several days in a row including weekends and holidays.

Enforces City work and safety rules; advises work crews of necessary safety precautions.

Trains and evaluates crew members in proper work methods.

Enforces quality control and production standards established by supervision.

Checks roads for determination of repairs; maintains and prepares accurate and neat records, documents, information, time and equipment reports.

Performs duties of Dispatcher in his / her absence.

Carries out Digger's Hotline duties.

Coordinates crews which install signs, paints or applies plastic road markings according to traffic engineering specifications.

Coordinates and performs the routine maintenance of buildings and equipment.

Could supervise yardwaste curbside collection and crack filling.

May coordinate several crews concurrently.

Coordinates construction techniques and is responsible for tools, equipment and work of other employees.

Operates and coordinates the operation of specialized tools and equipment such as excavators, front end loaders, dumptrucks, sewer flushers, jackhammers, compactors, concrete saws, rollers, skid-steer loaders, tractors, garbage trucks, salt conveyors, material spreaders, chain saws, cutting torches, mowers, paint machines, paint line removers, levels, transits and other tools and equipment typically used in the construction trades.

Inspects and accurately reports or documents status of street conditions or construction progress. Maintains inventories on computer or tablet.

Coordinates the proper use and care of tools and equipment used in performing these duties.

Does related work as required.

Education, Training and Experience :

• High school diploma, HSED or GED.
• Three years of experience in performing skilled and unskilled construction tasks.
• Three years commercial experience with concrete or sewer repair.

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Method of Selection :

Applicants' education, training and experience will be analyzed. Written, oral and / or proficiency exams may be required to establish eligibility. A written examination will be given in order to determine if the applicant has the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. Appointment to the position will be in accordance with City policy and the Civil Service Rules and Regulations. The City reserves the right to further evaluate only those applicants who best meet the needs of the City.

Why the City of Kenosha?

We offer a full benefit package, annual pay increases, generous paid time off and employee and community engagement opportunities for general full-time employees! The City of Kenosha is taking on many exciting projects in the areas of large scale developments and technological advancements to keep Kenosha the vibrant and growing community we love Join us! Most positions are included in a 17 step compensation plan. Most employees receive annual salary increases of 2.5% based on the current compensation plan. Additional across-the-board pay increases may occur annually. We offer health, dental, vision, a pension & more! We offer a high deductible health plan (HDHP) as of the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Employees who complete an annual health risk assessment enjoy access to the City's health & wellness clinic (family members too!) and premium-free health coverage. Employees and their families may utilize the City's onsite Health and Wellness Clinic & 24 / 7 Virtual Primary Care. There is no co-pay nor cost to employees and their families to access Virtual Primary Care. The onsite clinic may be accessed for a $0-$25 co-pay based on type of visit. Dental insurance is effective after the first of the month following 30 days of employment. There is no premium for this coverage. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). This is a pension plan. We match the employee contribution amount monthly for general employees. The current