Public Works Superintendent

Public Works Superintendent

Salary

$82,000.00 - $95,000.00 Annually

Location

1495 Tullar Rd., Neenah, WI

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026PWSUPER

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

06/05/2026

• Description
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The City of Neenah is seeking a Public Works Superintendent. The purpose of the position is to assign, coordinate and supervise public works operations including recycling/refuse collection, snow/ice removal, street repairs and sanitary sewer system maintenance and repair.

The ideal candidate will possess a High School diploma or equivalent and four years of progressively responsible public works maintenance supervisory experience. Certifications in confined space entry and hazardous materials response along with alcohol/drug abuse training are required. A valid commercial drivers license is required.

The position requires the ability to operate and oversee the operation of equipment and machinery. It also requires the ability to use administrative and functional reasoning in performing duties such as supervising, managing, leading, teaching, directing, and budgeting.

We offer a competitive wage and benefit package including health insurance with free near-site Thedacare at Work employee clinic, dental, life, sick leave, vacation, Wisconsin Retirement System, plus more. Anticipated hiring range is $82,000 to $95,000.

To be considered for this position please attach a resume and complete the application.

Please apply as soon as possible. Position is currently vacant and applications will be considered as they come in and the hiring process will move quickly. The position will remain open until filled.

The City of Neenah is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The City of Neenah is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, theCitywill provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

JOB SUMMARY:

This positionis responsible forplanning, organizing, assigning, and supervising activities associated withmaintainingstreets, sanitation, traffic control, and sewers.This work is performed under the direction of theDirector ofPublic Worksand Utilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Plans,organizesand assigns daily work schedules for public works personnel.
• Supervisesand evaluateswork including field operations, snow and ice removal, and other duties.
• Assistsin department budget development andparticipatesin defense of budget. Monitors budget activity.
• Interprets plans, blueprints, and drawings. Administers contracts and inspects contract work for compliance with contract provisions.
• Assistsin training and evaluation of personnel.
• Investigates and prepares insurance claims.
• Maintains activity logs/reports for sewer cleaning, street sweeping, ice removal, traffic control, lift station operation, tree trimming, weed control, grass cutting, and guard rail installation.
• Creates annual snow removal and salt route maps. Completes salt use report. Creates annual emergencysnowplowroutes for ambulances and emergency vehicles.
• Analyzesrecycling andsanitation tonnagereports.
• Arranges drug and alcohol testing for employees.
• Receives and responds topublic complaints, questions, and concerns.
• Inspects streets, city-owned parking areas, and sidewalk conditions and recommends maintenance/paving. Inspects city-owned lighting for repair/replacement. Inspects streets daily.
• Maintainsand updates personnel records.
• Assesses products and equipment for departmental use.Researchproducts,secures bids, creates purchase orders, andpurchasesequipment. Defends actions to committee and council whenrequired.
• Develops capital improvement projects involving city-related facilities with the building manager.
• Developan equipment replacement plan in collaboration with the Fleet Superintendent and mechanics.
• Directs vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair. Reads and evaluates vehicle maintenance reports. Consult with staffregardingequipment operating condition/repair needs.
• Orders budgeted supplies and services.
• Supervises the City's eight sanitary sewage and 1 stormwater lift stations.Researchproducts or services,securebids, andpurchaseupgrades and maintenance items. Coordinates such items to be installed/updated. Defends purchases to committee and council whenrequired.
• Summarizes work for street excavation permits.
• Coordinates maintenance ofstreetsin accordance withthe need to remove ice and snow or other unsafe conditions.
• Maintains streetsregardingthe need for ice and snow removal or any other unsafe conditions.
• Inspects city garage functions.
• Managesthe City's fuel system and orders fuel.
• Schedules personnel for overtime.
• Overseesoperationsand functionsof Tullar Garage and Cecil Garage.
• Regular attendance, punctuality, and on-call response to emergencies arerequired. (Rotating Schedule)
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• HighSchool diploma or equivalent
• 4 years of progressively responsible public works construction/maintenance experience required
• Supervisory experience with knowledge of sewer operations and organizational/management skillsrequired
• Certifications in hazardous material control,certification in Emergency Response, andconfined space entryrequired
• Valid Wisconsin commercial driver's license isrequired.
• State of Wisconsin Class A & B fuel system operator's license.(within 6 months of hire)

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of City and Department policies and procedures
• Knowledge of State and Federal safety regulations
• Knowledge of basicaccounting andmathematics
• Knowledge of modern office equipment, practices, procedures
• Skill in analyzing data and making decisions from data
• Skill in planning and organizing work independently
• Skill in interpersonal relations
• Skill in oral and written communication
• Abilityto work autonomously and as part of a team
• Ability to organize and prioritize work

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to operate equipment and machinery requiring complex and rapid adjustments, including all vehicles and equipment used in the department.
• Ability to perform highly skilled movements such as heavy equipment operation.
• Ability toexert moderate physical effort in sedentary to light work.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds on occasion.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• The work is typically performedthroughouttheCityand in the office
• Exposure to loud noises or equipmentmay occur
• Some travel between office locations exists

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY:

• Management of daily operations of curbside collection and street department staff
• Indirect management of personnel within the curbside collection and street department staff

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions herein described. Since every duty connected with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description.

The City of Neenah offers the following benefits to employees classified as Full-Time or Permanent Part-Time working 30 hours or more per week.

Employee Health Clinic

Benefit eligible employees (Those working 30 or more hours per week) have access to the Citys employee clinic free of charge.

Dependents up to age 26 who are on the Citys health plan may also use the employee clinic at no cost. Those dependents not on the Citys health plan may access the clinic but are required to pay a $40 co-pay.

Medical

The City offers medical insurance through UMR. To better understand the network, you can visit umr.com and search for UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus network.

Wellness Benefit

Covered employees and spouses who participate in their annual wellness screening receive up to $400 annually into a Health Reimbursement Account on a pre-tax basis. This benefit can be used for medical expenses such as deductibles and co-pays.

Flexible Spending Account Plan

Eligible employees may elect to participate in a flexible spending account (FSA) plan. The FSA plan allows employees to have payroll deducted pre-tax and kept in an account that the employee may use for certain medical, dental, or vision costs not covered by insurance, or for dependent care, or for independent health premiums.

Dental

The City uses Delta Dental as it's dental provider. Employees pay 10% of the overall premium.

This benefit includes a $1500 annual orthodontic allowance for each covered member on the plan.

Vision:

The City uses Delta as it's Vision provider. The Employee pays 100% of this premium.

Ancillary Benefits

The City offers ancillary benefits to offset health care costs. These benefits include Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity.

Each of the available benefits offer an additional wellness benefit.

Income Continuation Insurance

As a WRS eligible employee, we participate in Income Continuation Insurance through the State of Wisconsin. Employees who are disabled due to a personal medical event may receive monetary benefits similar to a short-term disability program. Some provisions apply.

Life Insurance

The City provides WRS eligible employees with basic life insurance in the amount of one times an employee's annual salary at no cost to them.

Employees may elect additional coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Rates are based on age and salary as determined by the carrier.

Wisconsin Retirement System

The City of Neenah participates in the Wisconsin Retirement System. All eligible employees are automatically enrolled into the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). The City of Neenah pays the employer portion, and each eligible employee is responsible for the employee portion.

Employee Assistance Program

The City of Neenah has an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). This service is offered at no cost to its employees and their immediate family members to help deal with lifes stresses. EAP consists of caring individuals who are certified counselors. They can also help by referring the employee to another resource if assistance is needed beyond the EAP.

Deferred Compensation

Deferred Compensation allows employees to set aside pre-tax earnings toward retirement. The amount deferred reduces year-end state and federal income tax base. All the earnings will accrue tax-free until such time as the assets are withdrawn, generally at retirement, termination, or other special circumstances. There is also an after-tax 457 Roth contribution option. The City does not contribute to these plans.

Time Away from Work

The City of Neenah offers several paid time off benefits to include: vacation, holidays, floating holidays, sick leave, funeral leave and jury duty leave.

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Do you have a valid Class B, C, and D Commercial Drivers License?

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Do you have a N endorsement with your CDL?

• Yes
• No

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Attaching a resume is required to be considered for this position. Have you attached a resume?

• Yes
• No

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Employer City of Neenah

Address 211 Walnut Street

Neenah, Wisconsin, 54956

Phone 920-886-6112

Website http://www.ci.neenah.wi.us