Water Utilities Crew Leader

City of Hurst.•Hurst, TX

About The Position

When assigned to Wastewater: Provides work guidance and field supervision to assigned maintenance crew. Inspects, maintains and repairs all facets of the Wastewater Collection system such as sanitary sewer lines, lateral lines and manholes. Treating lines with a “JET TRUCK” and televising/inspecting pipe with a camera. Must be available for overtime and standby as needed.

Requirements

Ability to locate, isolate, mark out and call in a main leak unsupervised.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair a water meter leak unsupervised.
Ability to read water and wastewater infrastructure mapping.
Ability to operate, load, unload and prep for transport a backhoe.
Ability to safely and competently operate the Vactor Sewer Truck.
Ability to assist in the planning of “Job-site “operations including pre-planning, staging and work site safety.
Thorough water distribution valve operation knowledge.
Ability to work unsupervised while maintaining a high degree of productivity.
Continued ability to work any day of the week (weekends and weekdays) and long hours.
High school diploma or equivalent. Must have recent experience in water/wastewater operations, knowledge of water/wastewater best management practices; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience in water/wastewater operations that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Must have a valid Texas Class A CDL license with a Tanker Endorsement upon hire or promotion. Must have an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy.
Must have regular and punctual attendance, flexibility to work overtime and respond to emergency situations during non-scheduled work hours.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and essential job function screening
Class II Collections license issued by the TCEQ is required

Responsibilities

Assists assigned crew in performing all duties, as necessary.
Coordinate jobsite needs including tools, equipment, parts and fuel.
Moving of equipment, tools and supplies from truck to jobsite.
Assist contractors working for the City of Hurst on city infrastructure.
Respond in a professional manner to all customer complaints.
Maintain worksite safety including the safety of co-workers and the general public
Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate.
Regular and timely attendance are required for this position.
Availability to operate in the Standby On-Call Rotation as scheduled.
Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers and others in the course of daily work.
Adheres to Hurst’s Code of Ideals and The Hurst Way. Fosters positive employee relations and employee morale on a City-wide basis.