Construction Superintendent

Come join our Team and Build Your Career Serving the Community We Have an Exciting Opportunity for a Construction Superintendent At the City of Tamarac, we believe that a career in public service is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community we serve. Guided by our core values of Teamwork, Accountability, Innovation, Professionalism, and Integrity, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive workplace where employees feel valued, empowered, and inspired to contribute their talents. As part of our team, you'll help shape a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking community - working alongside colleagues who share a passion for service and a commitment to excellence. Join us in building a better Tamarac, where your work matters and your contributions create a lasting impact. Plans and oversees the activities and field personnel ensuring the delivery of quality water service to City residents and property owners. Work involves implementing construction, installation, excavation, maintenance, and repair orders of critical systems to provide uninterrupted and compliant operation of the water distribution and wastewater systems and administering the city's water meter program. Position typically supervises employees and schedules day-to-day work activities to provide optimum efficiency and productivity. Position requires the ability to apply a wide application of principles, theories, and concepts to the assigned function or business area. Reports to the Public Services Operations Manager.

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Staff may also perform other duties as assigned. Supervises, provides guidance to, and reviews the work of staff to accomplish operational plans and results. Plans and oversees business area workflow and time utilization of staff; assigns and communicates daily activities and deadlines to staff. Assesses, plans, and implements best practice standards and assures compliance with all regulatory guidelines; compiles and submits data and reports. Prioritizes approved and non-routine work and projects; creates and recommends the annual work plan including evaluating fund availability, staffing and procurement requirements, and logistics of necessary materials, equipment, and supplies. Utilizes the city's work order management system to track work performed by and scheduled for staff; reviews and prepares work performance and accomplishment reports to identify areas for improved efficiencies and effectiveness. Inspects completed work to evaluate quality, efficiency, and compliance; follows up with appropriate feedback and guidance or recommends re-training personnel as identified/observed. Researches and analyzes water and wastewater distribution system data daily; generates a variety of technical computer-based reports to assist in evaluation of the system's efficiency and identification of problems and potential solutions. Inspects and evaluates efficiency of mechanical systems and evaluates the functionality, condition, and efficiency of structures; prepares technical reports of status and findings and recommends courses of action to improve production levels and correct defects. Supervises and/or performs the diagnoses of defects in the water and wastewater distribution system and related equipment and structures; assists field crews in a combination of water and sewer pipe repairs, and water distribution and wastewater system pipe projects, as necessary. Purchases, dispenses, and monitors assigned inventory items; evaluates and modifies policies and procedures to maximize use of material and fiscal resources. Estimates time and materials required for projects and programs; prepares requisitions, maintains inventory, and distributes supplies and equipment required to accomplish daily tasks; utilizes the city's computerized purchasing system to procure required supplies and equipment and monitors expenditures. Confirms accuracy of fees and approves payments; performs cost analyses and annual cost projections of these services as part of the annual budget process. Trains personnel in confined and hazardous space entry, safety, maintenance, and operations procedures required by the city, OSHA, and other regulatory agencies. Monitors the maintenance of vehicles used in daily activities; ensures the maintenance of equipment, machines, and tools according to standards and applicable codes; enforces safety regulations among personnel. Receives, reviews, prepares, and/or submits a variety of documents such as personnel forms, budget documents, purchase requisitions, work orders, mileage, safety, and repair reports, zoning maps, production and technical reports, engineering plans and blueprints, accident reports, and a variety of correspondence. Provides residents with correct answers, information, resolutions, or referrals to appropriate city personnel in responses to inquiries and complaints; dispatches and/or investigates complaints received from the public. May visit sites of reported emergency situations; confirms the conditions, responsible party, course of action, and reviews submitted reports of such; informs appropriate city personnel, departments or external agencies of conditions and corrective measures. Keeps abreast of current trends and theories in water distribution and wastewater construction, maintenance, and repair collection and maintenance; recommends as appropriate, modifications to increase effectiveness and efficiency of the current system. Reviews and ensures city's water loss data is compiled, according to applicable policies, and reported monthly as part of the Water Loss Reporting Program. Ensures that all applicable standard operating procedures for the water and wastewater distribution system operations are in place, updated, maintained and implemented. Reviews and makes requests/recommendations, based on operational experience, for water and wastewater distribution project plans and specifications. Provides support to Project Managers on maintenance and capital improvement projects. Adheres to all City and public health and safety guidelines and protocols; performs job functions in a safe manner and reports all safety hazards per established policies and procedures. Maintains quality communication and interaction with all City employees, representatives from external organizations, and the public to maintain good will toward the city and to project a positive City image. Demonstrates behaviors that support the City's Vision and Values. Maintains on-call work availability as assigned, to prepare for, respond to, or recover from a hurricane, tropical weather event, or other emergency to meet the city's obligation to remain operational before, during, and after the event; duties assigned may or may not be typical of the job and are contingent upon the needs of the city and the residents because of the event. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with those interacted with during work regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military service, or diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Supervisory Responsibilities Reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures and meets with management staff to identify and resolve problems. Assesses and monitors workload; identifies opportunities for improvement and implements changes. Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates staff; provides or coordinates staff training; works with staff to correct deficiencies; makes recommendations regarding discipline and termination. Pay and Bargaining Status This is an exempt position pursuant to the Fair Labor Standards Act based on the executive, professional and administrative exemptions and is paid by salary, issued bi-weekly. This position is excluded from the collective bargaining agreements between the City of Tamarac and the Federation of Public Employees and between the City of Tamarac and the Local 3080, Metro-Broward Professional Fire Fighters, IAFF.High school or GED required; supplemented by four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in water and wastewater operations, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory role; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training and/or experience. Required Certifications and Licenses Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver License and the ability to drive a city owned vehicle per established policies, procedures, and safety guidelines. National Incident Management System (NIMS) training will be required (and sponsored) according to job duties and responsibilities. Must possess a Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Water Distribution System Operator Level II License and have or obtain, at earliest eligibility FDEP Water Distribution System Operator Level I License and a Wastewater Collection System "A" certification within two years of employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related area, and a minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in water and wastewater operations, including at least one (1) year in a supervisory role.

NOTE:

Job description, minimum qualifications, and the standards required to perform the essential functions are detailed in the official job description. The City of Tamarac is a drug-free workplace. Recommended candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screening prior to appointment, as appropriate. An eligible veteran or spouse of veteran shall receive preference in the selection process as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran's preference, a candidate MUST submit a copy of a DD-214, Certificate of Discharge, or Statement of Eligibility with their application.

FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS

April 6, 2026. Subject to closing at that time, or when sufficient number of applications are received.