Streets Maintenance Supervisor

Streets Maintenance Supervisor

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Type

CS Non-Competitive, Full Time

Job Number

26-SMSB-01

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

06/15/2026

Closing Date

7/6/2026 4:00 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

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• Description
• Benefits
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POSITION SUMMARY

Leads, supervises, and coordinates personnel to achieve successful completion of DPW programs, including street, vacant lot and right-of-way maintenance, in assigned geographic area.

Department: Public Works, Bureau of Operations

Posting Type: Announcement

Salary: $86,008 per year.

Union: None, this is a non-union position.

Civil Service Classification: Non-Competitive

REQUIREMENTS

General Application Requirements:

You must submit or show proof of all the following at the time of application (unless otherwise indicated below), or your application will be disqualified.

Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.

• Applicants must submit a complete application including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable), and completed supplemental questions.

• Applicants must be or become residents of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and remain a resident throughout employment.

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• A current, valid Class C Pennsylvania Drivers License is required prior to appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. Written requests for accommodation based on the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act will be considered by the Department of Human Resources & Civil Service on an individual basis.

• Applicants must obtain a Certified Public Works Professional - Supervision (CPWP-S) via the American Public Works Association within twenty-four (24) months of start date and maintain throughout employment.

NOTE: If the certification required above is discontinued and no longer available, the City of Pittsburgh has the right to substitute a similar program/certification and determine the required amount of time the certification must be obtained within.

NOTE: The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes, but is not limited to, criminal background, drivers license, and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration based on the results of their background investigation, as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered.

Qualifying Requirements:

Your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position. You will receive notice of your eligibility status via email.

• WORK EXPERIENCE: The application must clearly show five (5) years of full-time experience in streets maintenance operations. Two (2) years of this experience must be in a supervisory capacity utilizing computer technology. (Less than full-time experience will be calculated on a pro-rated basis.)

• EDUCATION/TRAINING: The application must clearly show a high school diploma or equivalency.

• EQUIVALENCY: Education/training and/or work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis if the application clearly shows the required number of years to meet the Total Qualifying Requirement for this position based on the sum of work experience and education/training listed above. The Total Qualifying Requirement is five (5) years. (See NOTE under General Application Requirements regarding education/training verification.)

CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATIONS

If you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will receive a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s). You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position. Candidates receiving job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) before the date of hire.

• Written: None required for this position.
• Performance: None required for this position.
• Medical: Required.

POSITION DUTIES

• Oversees and implements the work of assigned personnel to successfully complete DPW maintenance programs, including street sweeping, pothole patching, and vacant lot cleanup.
• Coordinates all resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials needed.
• Supervises assigned personnel and work teams; evaluates work; coaches work team employees; participates in conflict resolution.
• Provides and/or coordinates training and/or technical assistance (e.g., staff development, equipment operation, historical knowledge).
• Recommends and implements approved disciplinary and/or corrective action, completes DAR's as necessary.
• Creates and produces information provided by Fleet Telematics, GPS data and the Asset Management System to manage resources (e.g., personnel, equipment, materials, etc.) in the performance, efficiency and cost effectiveness of DPW maintenance programs.
• Maintains a variety of records, both manually and by computer, including timesheets, inventories, job costs, Asset Management System (aka Cartegraph), etc.; prepares accurate reports including progress reports, work orders, etc.
• Monitors all functions occurring in the City right-of-way to ensure compliance with City specifications.
• Represents the Department at community meetings in area of responsibility.
• Functions as the Division Safety Officer, ensuring that all safety policies are posted, clarified, and followed; monitors safety compliance of equipment; adheres to safety standards regarding material handling; responds to emergency situations and safety concerns.
• Works with other City Departments and outside organizations on special projects and emergency responses.
• Available evenings, weekends and/or holidays; on call 24 hours for emergencies.
• Coordinates and supervises the application of pesticides and other chemicals when required; provides technical assistance and ensures that work is performed in accordance with City, departmental and PA Department of Agriculture safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Manages, monitors and plans the materials, equipment and personnel under jurisdiction toward the effective, efficient and economical attainment of program goals, including providing maximum convenience to the public and safety of employees.
• Manages areas of responsibility in strict accordance with applicable laws, regulations and established policies, including union agreements, to ensure fair and standardized treatment of employees.
• Performs activities and functions of related personnel and other related tasks/duties that are assigned or required.

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Full-time City employees receive a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Pension
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Personal Days

(Benefits may be modified based on collective bargaining unit terms.)

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The City of Pittsburgh welcomes all applicants, including those who would need to relocate to satisfy the Residency Requirement prior to starting this position. Please elaborate on your plans to relocate to Pittsburgh if you do not already live within the City of Pittsburgh municipality. If you already reside within the City of Pittsburgh, please write N/A.

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Do you have a current, valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operators License (Class C - regular) or a current valid drivers license from another state or the U.S. Armed Forces? If you do not possess a current, valid PA Class C Drivers License: Are you able to obtain one prior to appointment if you are selected to fill this position?

• N/A- I already possess the required drivers license.
• YES, I AM able to obtain a PA Class C Drivers License prior to appointment if I am selected to fill this position.
• NO, I am NOT able to obtain a PA Class C Drivers License prior to appointment if I am selected to fill this position.

03

Do you possess at least five (5) years of full-time experience in streets maintenance operations?

• Yes
• No

04

Please briefly describe your experience in Streets Maintenance Operations. If you do not possess this experience please type N/A.

05

Do you possess at least two (2) years of full-time experience supervisory experience in Streets Maintenance Operations?

• Yes
• No

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Please briefly describe your supervisory experience in Streets Maintenance Operations. If you do not possess this experience please type N/A.

07

Do you possess at least two (2) years of experience utilizing computer technology/software?

• Yes
• No

08

Please briefly describe your experience utilizing computers/technology/software (list software programs you have used). If you do not possess this experience please type N/A.

09

Did you remember to attach your complete resume with this application? If you did not, your application may be disqualified.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Pittsburgh

Address 414 Grant Street

Room 431

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15219

Phone 412-255-2710

Website http://www.pghjobs.net