Infrastructure Crew Leader - Public Services

Town of Mount Pleasant•Mount Pleasant, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Foreman, the Infrastructure Crew leader is responsible for overseeing the work of assigned personnel including Heavy Equipment Operators, Infrastructure Equipment Operators, Stormwater Systems Operators, and Infrastructure Technicians in support of departmental activities including, construction, repair, and maintenance of town roads, drainage systems, other infrastructure, and right of way maintenance.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and four (2) years of prior work experience in the building/construction trades or public works
Valid South Carolina Driver’s License
Commercial Driver’s License required
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of building and construction trades
Knowledge of operation and maintenance of heavy equipment and effective operating practices and techniques
Knowledge of department safety practices and techniques
Knowledge of various department tools and equipment
Ability to lead assigned personnel and manage assigned tasks
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form
Ability to follow directions and complete tasks in a detailed and accurate manner
Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Leads and manages assigned personnel in order to complete all tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
Plans for manpower, equipment, and material required to complete assigned tasks
Keep the Foremen abreast of all pertinent issues pertaining to employees, equipment, material, and facilities.
Ensures assigned personnel follow safe work procedures and practices at all times; conducts employee safety training as required.
Assigns work duties to assigned personnel for each project.
Recommends employee disciplinary action when required and assists the Foreman in the completion of employee evaluations.
Performs manual labor and operates departmental equipment as necessary.
Supervises and assists crew with the maintenance and installation of street signs and other traffic control devices.
Supervises and assists crew in maintaining and restructuring streets, piped storm drain systems, and open ditch systems.
Deploys cones, barricades, and warning signs in setting up safe work zones that meet SCDOT regulations and monitors traffic conditions and a safe work zone for crew members.
Operates heavy equipment such as backhoe (with 3-way bucket, trackhoe, front-end loader, tracked skid-steer loader, asphalt roller, bull dozer, and mini excavator to perform assigned tasks relating to construction, drainage systems and right of way maintenance.
Operates a zero-turn mower, flail mower, slope mower, side-mounted bush hog, brush cutter attachment for tracked skid-steer loader
Represents the Town and interacts with the public on a daily basis
May be required to obtain and maintain professional certifications
Performs other duties as required