Maintenance Supervisor

Job Posting End Date:

November 2, 2026

Department:

PUBLIC WORKS

Compensation Grade:

G25

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range: $57,304.00 - $89,315.20
Starting salary - Minimum of the Pay Range

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

No

About Us:

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Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

The City of Virginia Beach Public Works Department is currently hiring a Maintenance Supervisor to supervise and oversee field personnel in the performance of supporting the growing number of permitted and non-permitted special event demands associated with the City’s year-round event-driven schedule, requiring temporary traffic control devices and staffing.  This dedicated position will also oversee field personnel responding to planned and emergency temporary traffic control work zones.  This position may be required to supervise crews in the installation, maintenance, and repair of highway traffic signs and roadway pavement markings, as well as supervise the fabrication of highway traffic signs.

The maintenance supervisor should also:

• Have knowledge and background in the planning of special event activities, traffic control, and work zone area protection implementation.  
• Have experience estimating costs for materials and equipment for work crews.
• Ensure that scheduled work is completed promptly. 
• Provide direction, guidance, and assistance to work for crews as required for a complete and efficient work effort
• In the absence of the Assistant Superintendent, provide supervision to employees in the Traffic Operations Bureau. 
• Have experience with work management databases
• Assist in the formulation and implementation of training and vocational studies for employees from various levels of education and experience to improve the knowledge and ability of the workforce and assist in formulating and implementing employee safety training programs and procedures to alleviate occupational hazards and remain within guidelines set forth by OSHA. 
• Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge, and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less.  Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on the current workloads and department needs.

An ideal candidate:

• Supervisory Experience (direct reports)
• Valid CDL (Class A or B)

A pre-employment physical is required.

CDL Hiring Bonus – Newly hired employees with a valid Class A or B CDL will be eligible for a $4,000 hiring bonus paid in three increments during the first year of employment: 

• $1,000 with first paycheck
• $1,000 first pay period following six-month interim eval (with “meets expectation” performance rating)
• $2,000 at conclusion of probationary period (with “meets expectation” performance rating) 

The City of Virginia Beach complies with all federal mandates related to positions requiring a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). The City will verify that all employees and prospective employees are registered in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. For more information on this program and how to register as a CDL driver, please use this link: https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/

NOTE: This position is ALPHA I and is required to work in excess of their normally scheduled days and hours during all inclement weather (flooding, hurricanes & snow), and/or in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and paid leave.

Additional requirements:
• DMV Transcript: Yes
• CDL: Yes
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: Yes
• CPS Check: No
• Physical: Yes
• Respirator: No
• Psychological Screening: No
• Polygraph: No
• At Will: No

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: High school or GED, plus three (3) years’ experience in fields providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, such as maintenance, repair, or construction work in such positions as Motor Equipment Operator, Traffic Signs and Marking Mechanic, or Construction Superintendent. Must have a current and valid driver’s license. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. May require a Commercial drivers license. This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, or other designated safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee’s supervisor based on position assigned. This position may be designated as a safety sensitive position and be subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination.

Skills:

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business. 

The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile.  Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position.

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Official Job Descriptions:

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.