The City of Oak Grove is seeking candidates for the position of Public Works Superintendent. Oak Grove is located approximately 28 miles east of Kansas City on I-70. This position reports directly to the Public Works Director and is responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations of the department. The ideal candidate should have a strong ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers and members of the public contacted during the course of work.
The ideal candidate will have a proven record of successfully managing the field operations of a public works department/division or a similar construction field equivalent. Have a strong knowledge of all public works functions, infrastructure maintenance, crew training, and team leading. This position performs a variety of activities in support of the Public Works Department including leading and working on a crew. There is an on-call requirement. Project management and heavy equipment experience is also required. Preference given to candidates with experience in maintaining roadways, roadside culverts, working with asphalt and concrete products, and familiar with making water and sewer repairs. Candidates must be willing and able to perform physical labor with Public Works Crews.
Qualifications: Completed high school diploma or equivalent, minimum of 5 years of progress responsibility in public works or related field of which 3 years must be direct supervisory experience. Candidate should have computer software experience, including MS Office, GIS and CMMS. A valid Class A CDL license preferred. Salary range: $56,900-$89,100, DOQ. Send letter of interest, resume, and application by e-mail to calford@cityofoakgrove.com, or drop off at City Hall, 2110 S Broadway, Oak Grove, MO 64075. Position open until filled. EOE.