Salary : $80,560.00 - $100,608.00 Annually
Location : 1600 W. Beverly Blvd., Montebello, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Public Works Department
Division: Streets
Opening Date: 08/27/2026
Closing Date: 9/17/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Max Number of Applicants: 100

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD

This posting will close once we receive one hundred (100) applications OR it will close on Thursday, September 17, 2026, only if we do not get one hundred (100) applications. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply promptly as this job opportunity may close at any time without notice. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time during the recruitment process.

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision to plan, coordinate, and supervise the maintenance, construction, and repair of City streets, sewers, and related facilities and structures; and to perform related work as required.
This is a supervisory position responsible for assigning, coordinating, and supervising the work of staff assigned to the maintenance, construction, and repair of City streets and sewers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Provides supervision and work coordination for staff assigned to the construction, cleaning, and maintenance of streets, curbs and gutters, sidewalks, sewers, storm drains, street sweeping, striping, sign installation, repair activities, painting, public parking lots, sewer mains, manholes and appurtenances, drainage channels in public streets, alleys, and easements.

• Oversees contract for street sweeping and pick up of debris.
• Receives, investigates, and takes remedial action on complaints regarding activities of work crews.
• Conducts inspections to evaluate work progress, methods, and quality.
• Collects data to prepare estimates, determine workload, personnel, and equipment requirements for projects and to forecast future operational needs.
• Supervises, trains, and evaluates the work of subordinate personnel.
• Instructs personnel in work methods and safety practices.
• Assures the adherence to safety standards and the proper use of safety equipment.
• Supervises and participates in the completion of time, material, and equipment use records.
• Explain policy to the general public.
• Assists in preparing reports and annual budget estimates.
• Prepare sketches outlining work needed for minor street maintenance and repair work.
• May assist in overseeing the water utility operations.
• May participate in difficult assignments including operation of mechanized equipment.
• Represents assigned functions with City staff and other governmental agencies as delegated.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: Graduation from high school or G.E.D. is desirable, supplemented by technical or vocational courses related to the public works field.
Work Background: Four years of progressively responsible experience in public works construction and maintenance work including two years in a supervisory position.
Licenses: Must have a valid California driver's license.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and techniques relating to the street, traffic systems, sewer, and storm drain maintenance, and repair.
• Principles of supervision and training.
• Materials, methods, and equipment used in street, sewer, and storm drain construction, maintenance, and repair.
• Traffic and sign painting methods and procedures.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
• Recordkeeping procedures.

Ability to:

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise the City's street maintenance activities.
• Provide supervision, training, and work evaluation for staff.
• Direct and inspect the technical details of the street, traffic systems, and sewer and storm drain maintenance work.
• Read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Interpret and work from sketches, pencil layouts, and working plans and specifications.
• Keep accurate records.
• Provide budget information and monitor expenditure.
• Prepare a variety of reports and presentations.
• Interpret, explain, apply, and enforce a variety of laws, rules, and regulations.
• Effectively represent the public works street maintenance functions of the Department with concerned individuals, community organizations, and other governmental agencies.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

PLEASE NOTE:

• CalPERS 2.7% @ 55 or 2% @ 62, depending on member status
• Classic members pay 8% toward their employee contribution to CalPERS
• New CalPERS members pay 7.5% toward their CalPERS retirement
• 11 medical plans available, including dental & vision coverage, maximum paid by City is $1,650.00/mo. (3+-party coverage)
• Or in lieu of coverage, $350 per month medical incentive plan
• 12 paid Holidays
• up to 80 Vacation leave hours
• up to 96 Sick leave hours
• $30,000 term life insurance, $30,000 AD&D
• 30 hours bereavement leave per eligible incident
• Up to $1,500 per year tuition reimbursement (ANNUAL BUDGET PERMITTING)
• Deferred compensation plan available
• Bilingual pay available upon testing up to $225/month
• Education Incentive Pay
• Certificate Pay
• Long Term Disability Program
• Longevity Incentive Pay

01

What is your highest level of formal education completed?

• High School Diploma/GED
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

02

Please list the technical or vocational courses that you have taken relating to the Public Works field. If none, typeN/A.
03

How many years of progressively responsible experience do you have in a supervisory role?

• 6 months or les
• 1 year of experience
• 2 or more years of experience

04

How many years of progressively responsible experience do you have in public works construction work?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year of experience
• 2 years of experience
• 3 years of experience
• 4 years of experience

05

How many years of progressively responsible experience do you have in public works maintenance work?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year of experience
• 2 year of experience
• 3 year of experience
• 4 year of experience

Required Question