About this role
Purpose/Description
The DPS Department Manager 3 of the Structures Section in the Roads Maintenance Division is responsible for maintenance and repairs of approximately 1000 combined State and County bridges and culverts as well as 150 impact attenuators, nearly 150 Pump stations, 3 movable Bridges, several hundred miles of barrier wall and glare screen, Airport Pump Stations, and Pier and Grade separation lighting. Oversight of day-to-day operations of the Structure Section including Contract Bridge Operators, DPS Department Manager 1, DPS Supervisors 1 and 2, Electrician Supervisors 1 and 1, Bridge Mechanics, Bridge Workers, PSMWs and others.
Educational Requirements
- High school graduate or GED equivalent
- Journeyman Electrician Required
- Preferred Master Electrician
Experience Requirements
- Minimum five years (5) of experience operating in a management capacity in the Bridges/Structures Operations AND
- Able to obtain and maintain Airport Badge Credentials and
- Completion of "Supervisor Training" Or completion within six months and
- Valid State of Michigan Driver's license with a safe and acceptable driving record (no more than 7 points),
- Must have a CDL A, with an N -endorsement within six months of hire date.
- Candidate should have some training specifically related to supervision, such as: Strategies for Effective Supervision, The Legal Side of Supervision, Wayne County Policy and Procedures for the Prevention of Sexual Harassment, and Policy and Procedures for the Prevention of Discrimination and Harassment.