Skilled Trades Supervisor - Highway & Bridge Maintenance presso Broward County, FL
Broward County, FL · Pembroke Pines, Stati Uniti d'America · Onsite
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About the Department

The Mosquito Control Skilled Trades Supervisor provides front-line supervision of Mosquito Control Inspectors and personnel engaged in the surveillance and control of mosquito populations, helping reduce mosquito-borne diseases within Broward County. It also involves technical, and field work coupled with customer service activities, for Mosquito Control operations in accordance with Federal, State, and local regulations and policies to protect the health and welfare of the public.
This position involves routine and frequent exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals. The ability to wear a properly fitted respirator and other PPE is required.
This position requires availability to work nights, days, and weekends as needed, with schedule changes sometimes provided with less than 24 hours’ notice. Prepares for and carries out emergency operations as necessary. Following a storm or hurricane event, employees are informed of when to report to work. Hours of operation vary depending on the severity of the event.
General Description
Oversees the construction, renovation and repair work of a skilled trades crew.
Requires four (4) years in journey level experience in area of assignment including one (1) year of lead work/supervisory experience.
Public Health Applicators License issued by State of Florida must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.
Possess and maintain a Florida Class E Driver's License based on area of assignment.
Depending on area of assignment, a Florida Class A/B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Air Brake and Passenger Transport Endorsement must be obtained within ninety (90) days of employment.
Preferences
- Vocational or Associates Degree in Public/Business Administration, Chemistry, Geology, Biology, Biology Entomology or Environmental Science, or closely related field
- Bachelor's Degree in Public/Business Administration, Chemistry, Geology, Biology, Biology Entomology, Environmental or closely related field
- Master's Degree in Public/Business Administration, Chemistry, Geology, Biology, Biology Entomology, Environmental or closely related field
- Valid State of Florida Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver's License, Drone Pilot License
- Maintenance of Traffic (MOT), Forklift Certification
- Training/certification in mosquito biology and control techniques
- Public Health Pest Control License
- Mechanical Repair, Small Engine Repair, GIS Certification
- At least four (4) years of experience supervising personnel in the public sector or private sector
- At least four (4) years of experience in the operation and servicing equipment used for mosquito control activities
- At least one (1) year of experience with area-wide larvicide application, GIS applications, or mosquito control aerial operations
- At least one (1) year of experience in research, data analysis and policy development related to mosquito or large-scale pest control
- At least one (1) year experience with using larvicide equipment and turbine sprayer (i.e., calibration of equipment, measuring/mixing, loading and testing biological larvicide materials such as Vectobac or similar products)
Position Duties
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Prioritizes staff assignments, plans and implements work projects and methods; determines application procedure and oversees the purchasing of all materials, submits requisition forms and specifications for supplies and materials; determines what new equipment should be purchased as well as what equipment is needed for various projects; performs and oversees equipment maintenance and planning for support of heavy equipment as needed.
Determines if safety hazards exist and implements necessary corrections; inspects buildings and grounds for various needed repairs and maintenance.
Plans, assigns and supervises trades staff, equipment operators and maintenance personnel engaged in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, masonry, painting, lawn cutting, natural area maintenance and repair and/or preventive maintenance of equipment and vehicles, etc.; inspects jobs in progress as well as completed jobs and assignments.
Oversees requisition of parts and supplies, checks and orders stock and repair parts; manages heavy equipment fleet; repairs, replaces, diagnoses, and troubleshoots related equipment and machinery.
Consults and assists other agencies within Broward County.
Assumes the duties of superior when needed.
Handles personnel issues regarding attendance, hiring and progressive discipline, payroll functions, various reports, filing, staff meetings, purchase tracking and recording approvals of requests as needed; monitors assigned budget, as applicable.
Inputs data and work logs into computer; communicates with peers and upper management on any maintenance issues; attends relevant meetings.
Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 25 pounds or more (depending on area of assignment) of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness, and speed in the use of fingers, hands, or limbs on repetitive operation of mechanical or electronic office or shop machines or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Involves routine and frequent exposure to dust, noise, electrical shocks; heights.
Other Qualifications
Competencies
- Manages Complexity
- Decision Quality
- Action Oriented
- Directs Work
- Plans and Aligns
- Ensures Accountability
- Manages Conflict
- Develops Talent
County Core Values
- Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
- Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
- Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.