Crew Leader- Water/Wastewater Maintenance

City of Seguin • Seguin, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing and supervising diversified work of the Water/Wastewater Maintenance operations to include repairs and installation of sewer mains, water mains, service lines, fire hydrants, meters, and lift station maintenance, etc. This role involves directing and overseeing the work of Maintenance Workers and Heavy Equipment Operators, and may assume the duties of the Water/Wastewater Maintenance Manager in their absence. The position requires collaborative work with departmental staff, other City departments, and the general public.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Water/Wastewater Maintenance Department operations
• Demonstrated Ability to lift and maneuver equipment and materials weighing up to 92 lbs. (i.e. meters, meter lids, pipe valves, etc.)
• Must be able to enter and exit a 24 inch diameter manhole opening without difficulty
• Must be able to enter and exit a 24 inch wide ditch, maneuvering freely while operating necessary equipment
• Perform strenuous work in the outdoors under adverse weather conditions
• Safely operate all equipment required
• Demonstrated Mental Ability to tolerate working in confined places for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to understand and follow oral and some written instructions
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with other employees and the general public
• Ability to supervise and motivate employees
• Ability to maintain appropriate necessary certifications
• Texas driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, and good driving record
• Must be able to lawfully report for emergency duty from residence within 30 minutes
• May handle toxic and/or hazardous materials or work in areas where such materials may be stored
• High school diploma or GED
• Five (5) years of experience in water/wastewater maintenance or a related field
• Collections Level III and Class "C" Distribution licenses from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
• State of Texas Class B (commercial) driver's license with air brakes

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of supervisory experience overseeing two or more personnel is preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties directly, and may review work in the absence of the Water/Wastewater Maintenance Manager
• Recommends disciplinary action
• Assigns daily work activities to crew members
• Oversees and assists with water and sewer taps to commercial and residential customers
• Operates all vehicles and equipment associated with the Water/Wastewater Maintenance department
• Oversees and assists with repairs to City water and sewer lines
• Oversees and assists with the installation of new water and sewer lines according to City construction plans
• Oversees and assists with the routine maintenance and repairs to lift stations
• Provides input on employee evaluations
• Performs the duties of on call as required
• Maintains water and wastewater facilities and performs preventive maintenance
• Trains Maintenance Workers and Heavy Equipment Operators in the fundamentals of Water/Wastewater Maintenance education as well as attends training sessions both in house and out of house
• Oversees and assists in maintaining vehicles and equipment
• Observes all safety rules and procedures as well as ensuring that the crew members do the same
• May perform Supervisor duties in the Superintendent's absence
• May build and install forms and pour concrete
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned

Benefits

• The City of Seguin is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" (AA/EOE) For the purpose of compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description does not take into account potential reasonable accommodations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED