Streets Crew Leader

City of Converse•Converse, TX

2d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, Crew Leader completes assigned work according to schedule and utilizes personnel, supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively. He or she monitors and super-vises the crew during the work day and assigns tasks and monitors maintenance of City equipment. He or she troubleshoots problems and reports job progress to supervisors as needed. The Crew Leader determines training needs requirements, trains the crew members and ensures training is regularly conducted and documented. He or she may be called upon to assist in Emergency Management duties. This is a supervisory position.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate, or equivalent.
One (1) year of experience in street maintenance/construction.
Have and maintain a clear and valid Texas Class C Motor Vehicle License with a satisfactory driving record; obtain a Class B Motor Vehicle License within 6 months of placement.
Satisfactory results on background and pre-employment physical/medical exam.

Nice To Haves

Applicants will be given preference who have at least one (1) year of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Direct and Supervise activities of Streets Maintenance Workers.
Schedule work for Street Maintenance Workers, depending on priorities, crew and equipment availability, or weather conditions.
Inspect completed work.
Enforce operating procedures and work standards that will ensure adequate performance and personnel safety.
Train Streets Maintenance Workers in street maintenance tasks.
Coaching, mentoring and helping the Streets Maintenance Workers to improve their knowledge and skills.
Prepare and maintain required records, such as work activity.
Inventory supplies of tools, equipment or materials to ensure that sufficient supplies are avail-able and items are in usable condition.
Ensure the Streets Maintenance Workers care for and maintain all equipment.
Follow City and Department policies and procedures and the instructions of his or her super-visor.
Communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers and others (internally and externally) in order to provide, exchange, or verify information, answer inquiries, address issues, or re-solve and/or report problems or complaints.
Use good judgment and make good decisions in matters related to the job.
Assist others; be helpful, cooperative and courteous, and courteous, and demonstrate a good attitude in all dealings with the public, co-workers and others.
Report in a timely manner all issues, concerns and questions to the supervisor or others as appropriate in the chain of command.
Take up matters affecting his or her immediate supervisor and through proper channels.
Punctual, regular, on-site, in-person attendance is a requirement of the job.
Work outside of normal working hours as required and be on call and available for duty during emergency periods as defined by City Council, the City manager or the Department Director.
Demonstrate initiative and diligence in the prompt and proper completions of all job duties, whether or not listed in this Job Description.
Safeguard City property and recognize and report needed repairs.
Work safely, follow safety rules and training, wear personal protective devices when required and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
Maintain confidentiality with regard to all City business.
Perform other duties as needed.