Crew Leader - Streets

City of Denton•Denton, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Crew Leader is responsible for coordinating crew activities to ensure maintenance work and projects are completed appropriately and on time. The role assists the supervisor with planning, scheduling, and coordinating staff, equipment, and other resources; tracks crew time and expenses; monitors and performs maintenance; estimates materials and recommends purchases; and operates equipment as needed. The Crew Leader coaches and trains staff, provides feedback, oversees safe equipment use, and ensures staff follow City and Department policies, procedures, and safety practices. The position monitors the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of City of Denton public properties and facilities. It ensures work complies with applicable guidelines and specifications, including MUTCD, TxDOT requirements, local codes, ordinances, and specifications. The Crew Leader investigates stakeholder concerns, coordinates appropriate follow-up, assists with capital projects and construction, reports irregularities and potential corrective actions, and performs Field Supervisor duties in their absence. The role also trains, supervises, and evaluates staff and assists with staff selection and assignment recommendations. The work is safety-sensitive and primarily outdoors, with exposure to varied weather, terrain, noise, chemicals, fumes, and other environmental conditions. The role requires use of hand tools and equipment up to heavy equipment, issued personal protective equipment, and regular attendance at the worksite. Irregular or prolonged hours may occasionally be required; the employee must be available to respond to emergencies and work outside normal business hours, overtime, holidays, or staggered shifts as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of supervisory experience.
For Streets, three years of experience in road/street construction or a related field, or a combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that enables successful performance of the essential functions.
Valid Class C driver’s license and state-required minimum automobile liability insurance before employment; Texas Class C license and required insurance must be obtained within 90 days of hire if applicable.
For Streets, valid Work Zone and Flagger certification must be maintained.
Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, social security number verification, and physical examination.
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations and City of Denton policies and procedures.
Knowledge of maintenance and appropriate use of departmental tools and equipment.
Beginner-level skill with Microsoft Office 365, mobile devices, and other software systems.
Ability to identify moderate problems and implement solutions; provide service to internal and external customers; communicate effectively; lead and motivate others; manage competing tasks independently; adapt to changing conditions; document approved project adjustments; and follow safety protocols.
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress and handle difficult situations with professional composure and confidentiality.
Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds and carrying up to 25 pounds.
Regular and punctual worksite attendance; availability to respond to emergencies at all hours when needed and to work outside normal business hours, overtime, holidays, or staggered shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

Assist the supervisor with planning, scheduling, and coordinating equipment, staff, and other resources; track crew time and expenses in the work management system.
Monitor and perform maintenance work, adjusting assignments as necessary to complete tasks.
Calculate material needs and recommend purchases for the crew.
Operate equipment and perform assigned staff duties as needed.
Coach and train assigned staff in safe and effective work methods and provide timely feedback.
Operate hand tools and heavy, complex equipment, and oversee its safe and appropriate use.
Ensure assigned staff understand and follow City of Denton and Department policies, practices, and procedures.
Maintain knowledge of division SOPs, policies, processes, and best practices; communicate expectations and monitor compliance.
Investigate stakeholder concerns, research issues, coordinate resolution, and provide appropriate follow-up.
Assist with capital project management and construction; track and report irregularities and potential corrective actions.
Perform Field Supervisor job functions in the supervisor’s absence.
Monitor assigned staff and the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of City-owned public properties and facilities.
Ensure work complies with MUTCD, TxDOT guidelines and specifications, local codes, ordinances, and specifications.
Train, supervise, and evaluate staff; assist with staff selection and recommendations for assignments or assignment changes.
Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, follow safety procedures, and report unsafe conditions.
Travel to City of Denton buildings and professional meetings as required.