Work Crew Supervisor
Salary
$61,380.80 - $82,243.20 Annually
Location
481 Fourth Street - Hollister, CA. 95023, CA
Job Type
Regular, F-T
Job Number
02205
Department
Public Works
Division
Maintenance
Opening Date
06/18/2026
Closing Date
7/2/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
THE WORKDAYS FOR THIS POSITION ARE SATURDAY-WEDNESDAY 7:00am-3:00pm
DEFINITION
Under general direction, to provide day-to-day supervision for inmates assigned from the County Jail to perform basic and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of County buildings, and clean-up of County roadways, structures, landscaped areas, and parks; to perform a variety of general maintenance; and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a specialized job classification for employees who supervise inmates in performing maintenance and clean-up activities for roads, buildings, landscaped areas, and parks. Assignments involve basic painting, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs, as well as grounds/parks/road maintenance work
REPORTS TO
Road Maintenance Superintendent or Facilities and Grounds Manager
CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED
Inmate workers or other temporary help personnel as assigned.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequently stand and walk; ability to sit for up to three hours; walk for long distances and on sloped ground and slippery and uneven surfaces; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to lift material weighing over 100 lbs. with assistance; ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; ability to wear safety and protective clothing such as hard hats, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, respirators, gloves, boots and chemical resistant clothing; use of heavy power-driven maintenance equipment as well as hand tools, chain saws, grinders, drill presses, and jackhammers.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions; work is performed in an environment with constant noise; exposure to gasses, solvents, oil, fumes, dust, grease and oils; exposure to moving equipment, electrical current and explosives; constant contact with staff and the public.
Example of Duties
(The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)
Assists in planning inmate work crew activities
Works with Sheriff Department staff in assignment of inmates
Picks up and drives inmates to designated work sites
Assigns individuals or groups to activities such as cutting/clearing brush, clearing roadside debris, cleaning, removing, and replacing culverts
Performing basic painting and carpentry
Digging ditches, burning grasses and clearing/maintaining roadways, parks, landscaped areas, and other County facilities
Provides training to crews
Enforces County Jail policies for inmate crews
Estimates and schedules work to be done and the quantities of material needed
Inspects work projects in progress and upon completion
Ensures that work crews employ proper work safety methods and standards
Maintains records of work performed and supplies used
Coordinates maintenance activities with other Public Works and County Activities, as well as outside agencies
Performs semi-skilled maintenance activities and other public works and parks facility maintenance and construction work, as necessary
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Three years of experience in public works construction and maintenance work comparable to a Road Maintenance Worker II in San Benito County, preferably including some supervisory experience.
Special Requirements:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Drivers License. Clean driving record.
Knowledge Of/Ability To
Knowledge of:
Methods, tools, equipment, materials, and work practices involved in the maintenance,construction, and repair of roads and public works facilities.
Safe work practices.
Principles of supervision and training.
Record keeping and reporting procedures.
General grounds keeping and landscape maintenance methods and procedures.
Ability to:
Assign, supervise, train, and evaluate the work of other staff.
Perform a variety of skilled equipment operation and maintenance work.
Read and interpret plans and specifications.
Estimate time, materials and equipment needed to perform construction and maintenance work.
Maintain time and equipment records.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Supplemental Information
The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of San Benito assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a "meet and confer" process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.
SAN BENITO COUNTY BENEFITS
Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits:
Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly.
Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly.
Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit.
Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees.
Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply.
Health Plan: Comprehensive medical and dental plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are also eligible to participate.
Vision Plan: MES Vision Plan offered which offers exams, frames and lenses on a 12-24-24 basis. The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to FULL-TIME employees only.
Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents. Any regular employee is eligible for up to a total of three (3) hours of counseling sessions within any six (6) month period per County employee. Up to a maximum of six (6) sessions per calendar year are allowed per family
Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Two other VOLUNTARY life insurance plans available, including AD&D.
Disability Insurance: General, Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance.
Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees.
Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply.
Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit.
All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS.
New Safety employees are covered by the safety full formula 2.7% at 57. Safety employees contribute 9% of the employee contribution. Safety employees do not participate in Social Security.
Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances.
Additionaly, employees can enroll into a pre-tax cafeteria plan and flexible spending accounts including Unreimbursed Medical ($2500) and Dependent Care ($5000).
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Formula Local MISC 2% @ 62 for New PERS Members
Social Security (non-safety)
Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service
Sick Leave 15 Days Annually
Floating Holiday
457 Deferred Compensation
Credit Union
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Group Life Insurance
Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D
Tuition Reimbursement
01
I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed.
02
Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses.
03
Did you graduate from high school or equivalent?
04
Do you possess or have the ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Drivers License, along with a clean driving record?
05
How many years of experience do you have performing public works construction and maintenance work comparable to a Road Maintenance Worker II, including any lead or supervisory responsibilities?
06
Please explain your experience to questions #5.
07
This position has a work schedule of Saturday through Wednesday from 7:00am- 3:00pm. Can you commit to this?
Required Question
Employer County of San Benito
Address 481 Fourth Street
Hollister, California, 95023
Phone 831-636-4000
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/sanbenito/default.cfm