Highway Superintendent

• Inspect and record the condition and adequacy of the entire inventory of traffic control devices
• Determine adequacy of the existing sign or device and determine whether it's function meets Federal and State requirements
• Erect posts, install sign panels, and place other traffic control devices as determined necessary from inspections
• Perform various maintenance work duties, including, but not limited to snowplow operations, roadway and roadside maintenance, bridge maintenance, building and grounds maintenance.
• Manage stored inventory of all Town of Montgomery highway equipment and traffic control devices
• Use computer software to record material condition, monitor maintenance work, and track all devices/signs as they leave storage
• Understand and apply all State and Federal regulations as they apply to highway and bridge traffic control devices
• Commercial Drivers License
• Supervise excavation, paving, plowing, and mowing
• Cooperate with adjacent towns and villages, NYSDOT, and Orange County Health Department of issues of common concern
• Works flexible schedule during plowing season and is otherwise on call around-the clock
  

• Problem-solving
• Decision-making
• Planning and Scheduling
• Organization
• Teamwork
• Supervising
• Leadership
• Training
• Mechanical Skills
  

• Supervise 12 employees
• Maintain road safety
• Ensure all equipment is safeguarded and kept in good condition
• Repair all roadways and Town right-of-ways
• Keep culverts open and maintained
• Develop and conduct all training

• Operated heavy equipment
• Maintained CDL Class A license
• Conduct snow removal and sanding
• Conducted machine equipment operation training for all employees
• Safety Officer

• Trained to operate specialized equipment including paver, gradall, and shoulder loading. Jobs involving this equipment were previously contracted out. Cost are now reduced by about $50,000 for calendar year 2002
• Conducted training needs assessment and developed and implemented training
• Maintained employment turnover 0%
• Project Manger on Morrison Heights water line project. Made approved revisions to engineer's plans saving $5,000.00
• NYS Health Department licensed Grade 'D' Water Distribution Operator (This license is required for installation and repairs of municipal water systems)
• Received and completed projects with Multi-Modal Funding of $100,000 for; widening, regarding and stormwater improvements on Benedict, Beaverdam, and Lake Osiris Roads
• Applied and received FEMA reimbursement for Highway and Police Department. Christmas Eve Snow Storm of 2002, and Presidents Day Snow Storm in 2003; Total Reimbursement- $67,796.00 (Highway), $3,697 (Police)
• Received and completed 2003 Multi-Modal Funding of $7,500 for drainage improvements on Lake Vue Drive
• Applied and received FEMA reimbursement for August 14, 2003 Blackout, and damage from Hurricane Frances August 2004- $18,107.00
• Received and completed projects funded by 2004 CHIPS (Consolidated Hwy Improvement Program) $ 70,158.00
• Applied and Awarded from New York State Department of Transportation $50,000 from purchase of dump truck in 2005.
• Overseeing the maintenance of Town owned Parks
• Constructed parking lot and landscaping at the Berea Ballfield

• Osha safety Training
• Microsoft Windows
• Grant Writing Seminar
• Snowplowing and Safety Techniques
• Bituminous Asphalt Seminars
• NYS Highway School
• Dig Safety New York
• FEMA
• Stormwater Management

• Orange County Community College, Middletown, NY
• Grade D Water Distribution Operator License

• Member of Maybrook, NY Engine Co. #1 since 1982-Chief of Department; 2000-Present
• Obtained first incident Commanders/Chief's vehicle- 2002
• Coordinated 9/11 Memorial Services

• Orange County Volunteer Fireman's Association- Past President 2004
• Orange County Superintendent of Highways Association
• Orange County Fire Chief's Association
• NYS Association of Town Superintendents of Highway Inc.
• International Code Council

• Orange County Distinguished Service Award, 2000
• For Outstanding Community Service and Dedicated Individual Efforts.

• MS Office Products: Word and Outlook Express
• Firehouse Software
• (New York State Reporting System)
• Internet Proficient
• Mapping