Water & Sewer Field Maintenance Crew Leader

Water & Sewer Field Maintenance Crew Leader                                                                           

Water & Sewer

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for performing a variety of specialized maintenance and repair functions.

MAJOR DUTIES

1. Leads Water Maintenance Repair Crew; serves as day-to-day crew leader.
2. Mows and weeds City grounds.
3. Removes tree limbs using the sidearm cutter.
4. Cuts trees and limbs with chainsaw.
5. Drives flatbed dump truck and/or small dump truck for hauling materials to and from job sites.
6. Drives bucket trucks and heavy equipment.
7. Runs loader to load and unload truck, to backfill, and remove dirt from job site.
8. Serves as traffic control flagger to keep traffic flowing and places road work signs for safety; serves as pole man for surveying.
9. Operates backhoe for pot hole repairs; repairs pot holes by filling asphalt; assists with manhole repairs.
10. Installs and repairs sewer lines, lift stations, water taps, meters, BFPs, force main, gravity flow lines and services; repairs water lines, water main lines and services, and fire hydrants; locates water and sewer lines prior to performing repairs to avoid damage.
11. Repairs concrete driveways, sidewalks, storm drains. Pours forms, places forms, and finishes cement.
12. Sets up and operates laser transit for ditches, manholes, and pipes to ensure a proper grade.
13. Rakes ditches and grades; levels out roads and ditches.
14. Lays brick or block for drain boxes, valve boxes, or drying beds.
15. Inspects and maintains equipment; fuels trucks and equipment; washes trucks and equipment and lubricates as needed.
16. Installs decorative lights for special event; sets up stages for special events.
17. On call for after hour water/sewer issues.
18. Performs all other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

1. Knowledge of heavy equipment operation.
2. Knowledge of carpentry.
3. Knowledge of plumbing and distribution systems, plant operation and meter operation.
4. Knowledge of masonry.
5. Knowledge of welding/cutting equipment.
6. Knowledge of safety rules.
7. Knowledge of computers and job related software.
8. Skill in oral and written communication.
9. Skill in operating various types of equipment.
10. Skill in dealing with problems.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Operations Superintendent assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include OSHA safety guidelines, EPD guidelines, vac-con guidelines, driver safety, safety truck operations, and OSHA guidelines. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of variety of equipment operation and maintenance duties.
• The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of specialized maintenance and repair functions. Success in this position contributes to efficient and effective operations of this department.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with supervisor, co-workers, and general public.
• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed typically while sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending, or crouching. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally lifts heavy objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and utilizes sense of smell.
• The work is performed in a noisy place or outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to dust, dirt, and grease, machinery with moving parts, and contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. Work requires use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, and gloves.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

This position has functional supervision over assigned personnel within an area, department, or unit. Functional supervision typically involves the ability to assign, coordinate, and review quality and quantity of work of other employees.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required; and
• More than two years of related experience required; or
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work.
• Possession of a valid state driver’s license issued for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Possession of or the ability to obtain a Class A CDL.