General functions and operations of municipal governmentCity and Department policies and proceduresSkills and AbilitiesApply supervisory techniques to practical situationsManage a departmental budgetDevelop bid specificationsAbility to use a personal computer, MS Office software, internet, and other departmental programsEffectively managing personnel, equipment and supplies to maximize departmental efficiencyUse various types of heavy equipment, including single axle dump truck and skid loaderExamine a repair or maintenance issue and determine an effective solutionUse common sensePay attention to detailComplete detailed work accuratelyWork effectively with a wide range of peopleMeet specified deadlinesPrioritize daily workflowWork as a team member with other employeesCommunicate effectively with others, both oral and writtenWork autonomously when necessaryHandle multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptionsDeal with others in a professional mannerMaintain professional composure in heated situationsDevelop, implement and follow departmental and City policies and proceduresEffectively communicate with the public in a professional manner. Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledgeApply supervisory principles, practices and proceduresProject management practices and proceduresCity's purchasing policies and proceduresInventory management principles and methodsProper maintenance, repair and use of heavy equipment, including aerial bucket lift truck, tandem axle dump truck and skid loaderMinor mechanical repairs on the truck and other machineryProper installation, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater systemsProper storage and use of various chemicalsLayout of city streetsBasic carpentry, plumbing, electrical and concrete techniquesMaintenance methods of grounds, buildings and equipmentBasic equipment maintenance and repairBasic civil engineering principlesProper materials and equipmentFederal and state statutes concerning the work of the departmentBasic mathematical skills.