Crew Leader (Drainage)

Pay: $24.63 to $29.55 per hour      

Under general supervision, leads an assigned work crew for the Public Works Department; performs skilled work in the operation of specialized vehicles and heavy equipment in the repair and maintenance of City streets, bridges, roadways, drainage system and infrastructure.

Primary Duties:

• Operates specialized vehicles and heavy equipment used by the Public Works Department in the maintenance of City streets, roadways, drainage systems and infrastructure; duties may vary according to job assignment and individual skills.
• Leads work crews in repair and maintenance activities and special projects; prioritizes and assigns tasks; orders and stages materials, supplies and equipment; trains crew in work procedures and the proper use and maintenance of equipment.
• Coordinates the activities of assigned work crews; coordinates and assigns staff, vehicles, and equipment; reviews the work of assigned staff to ensure the work quality and timely accomplishment of assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Trains and evaluates staff; develops staff skills and conducts performance evaluations; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues.
• Maintains records and logs of work crew activities.
• Controls work sites to ensure that safety rules and regulations are adhered to, and that the work zones and all equipment are in safe operating condition.
• Operates a wide range of specialized vehicles and motorized equipment, including front-end loader, dump truck, bulldozer, spreader, grader, roller, scraper, backhoe, and tractor; performs work in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Performs skilled and semi-skilled construction, maintenance, and roadway repair work; maintains vehicles, tools, and specialized equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; inspects, cleans, and performs routine maintenance work on vehicles and equipment; identifies and reports mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
• Responds to emergency callouts resulting from severe weather, major accidents, or other factors; dispatches and accounts for crew activity during emergency events; performs tasks in the interest of public safety and property protection during emergencies.
• Assures that work assignments are completed according to specified work orders.
• Cross-trains work crews in proper work methods and safety procedures.
• Responds outside of normally scheduled work hours in response to special events, natural disasters, emergencies, or critical incidents as determined by the City.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values, and goals of the City by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Cooperates with co-workers professionally to accomplish work efficiently and effectively.
• Has regular, predictable attendance; attendance is a factor in continued employment with the city.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Experience/Education/Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent;
• AND four years’ work experience in stormwater management or maintenance;
• OR an equivalent combination of related education, experience, or demonstrated abilities or proficiencies that result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Class A or B Texas Commercial Driver’s License with air brake endorsement; or be able to obtain within 6 months .
• Specific technical skills training and certifications may be required for some job assignments.

Required Knowledge of:

• Materials, methods, tools, and equipment used in repair and maintenance of streets, roadways, and infrastructure.
• Operation, maintenance and repair standards for heavy equipment and specialized vehicles.
• Federal, state and City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards, and safety precautions.
• OSHA safety rules and regulations, and safety practices in hazardous traffic environments.
• Traffic laws and rules for vehicle and equipment operation.
• Proper use and storage of chemicals, including OSHA Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for hazardous chemicals used in the workplace.
• Customer service standards and protocols.

• Ability to learn and implement City Policies and procedures.
• Prioritizing tasks and assigning and coordinating work of assigned personnel.
• Reading and understanding construction blueprints, plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Using specialized tools and heavy motorized equipment to perform maintenance and repair work.
• Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of tools and motorized equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures.
• Making routine operating adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment.
• Identifying mechanical problems.
• Following and enforcing safety standards.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers and the public.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors at work sites throughout the city; required to perform moderate physical work and lift and carry up to 80 pounds.