Utility Systems Crew Leader, (B274130-1), 207, Transmission & Distribution

City of Laredo•Laredo, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Leads assigned crew members and coordinates daily activities. Maintains pumps, motors, and transmissions; performs minor plumbing. Follows preventive maintenance schedules. Locates and repairs broken water main lines, water taps, fire hydrant, and water valves. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Requirements

Knowledge of job-specific tools and equipment
Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including computers and applicable software
Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Skill in the operation of valve exercise machines.
Skill in organization and time management
Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.
At least one (1) year of general experience.
A valid Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL) class A is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in maintenance/laborer/groundskeeper experience is preferred.
Supervisory capacity experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises field crew, including recommendation for training and performance evaluations; enacts personnel actions to ensure productivity and that quality standards are maintained.
Responsible for overseeing the various construction projects, preventive and corrective maintenance of the various conveyance and control mechanisms utilized in the water distribution and sanitary sewer systems.
Maintains records of various materials used in field operations on a daily basis.
Ensures maintenance and repairs of all equipment utilized in the daily field operations are scheduled and performed accordingly.
Oversees the daily field activity and ensures activity is performed in an efficient and safe manner.
Inspects all mechanical, electrical, and automotive equipment for any signs of water; performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs including replacing belts, oil seals and bearings, light bulbs, blown fuses, small electrical motors, electrical outlets, etc.
Reports all failures to the immediate supervisor.
Lubricates all mechanical and automotive equipment, pumps, motors, gear boxes, etc; checks and changes oil at routine intervals.
Keeps records of all equipment serviced and replaced; maintains parts inventory; orders parts and supplies.
Repairs other equipment such as water pumps, televising equipment, chemical feeders, plumbing, etc.
Carries out the City's Customer Service Plan.
Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
Respond to emergency and after hour calls.
Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
Performs other duties as assigned.