Water Distribution Crew Leader

Position

The purpose of this classification is to operate equipment and perform manual work functions associated with construction, distribution, maintenance and repair of the water utility system.

• Provides guidance and assistance to crew members; assigns and assesses work; provides training as needed.
• Operates a variety of equipment, machinery and tools used in water system construction, maintenance and repair (dump truck, boom truck, bulldozer, backhoe, forklift, boring machine, trencher, tapping machine, tamping machine, pipe horn, pipe saw, pipe locator, mower, weed eater, jackhammer, air compressor, drill press, post‑hole digger, shovel, axe, saw, mechanic tools, etc.).
• Transports, loads, and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects.
• Performs manual work functions associated with water system construction, maintenance and repair: locating/marking water lines, repairing pipeline breaks/leaks, installing water taps, repairing/servicing fire hydrants, laying/installing pipe, installing/repairing water meters, boring under roadways, packing dirt, digging holes or trenches, shoveling materials, lifting/moving heavy materials, flagging traffic, etc.
• Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to maintain machinery, equipment and tools in operable condition: inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, cleaning shop and work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
• Maintains adequate stock of equipment, tools, supplies and materials on department truck for use at work sites.
• Prepares and/or completes various forms, correspondence, reports, drawings, and other documents.
• Receives various forms, reports, work tickets, time sheets, drawings, maps or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
• Communicates with supervisor, employees, city departments, contractors, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Performs various tasks associated with maintaining building, grounds and work areas: mowing grass, planting sod, cutting weeds, picking up trash and litter, etc.
• Responds to emergencies as needed, after hours on trouble truck; provides assistance and/or backup coverage to other employees or departments as needed.
• Communicates via telephone and/or two‑way radio; provides information; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service.
• Responds to routine requests for information from employees, officials, the public or other individuals.

May perform duties of supervisor in absence of same.

• High school diploma or GED supplemented by Vocational/Technical training in equipment operation, pesticide/chemical application, or related field.
• Three (3) years previous experience and/or training involving water utility construction/maintenance work and equipment operation, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job.
• Valid Georgia EPD Water Distribution Operators Certificate (must possess and maintain).
• Requirement to obtain and maintain an Oil & Water Erosion Control Certificate within 6 months of being hired.
• Valid Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) including appropriate endorsement(s).
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Data Utilization:
  Ability to determine, calculate, tabulate, or summarize data/information and perform subsequent actions.
• Human Interaction:
  Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.
• Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization:
  Ability to operate and control equipment and machinery, monitoring, adjusting, regulating, or setting multiple conditions.
• Verbal Aptitude:
  Ability to utilize a variety of reference and descriptive data and information.
• Mathematical Aptitude:
  Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and…