Water Distribution Crew Leader 1 opening

Safety/Security Status Safety Sensitive

Under the direction and supervision of the Water Distribution Supervisor, performs work on all aspects of the water distribution system including all maintenance, repair, and new installation. Provides direction to subordinate operators. Is fully qualified to perform the most complex functions of the water distribution field team.

• Supervisory Responsibility: 1-5 Water Distribution Operators
• Responsibility Asset Value:
  Crew Truck and Associated Tools - $100,000
• Backhoe - $160,000
• Dump Truck - $275,000
• Hydro Excavation Truck - $500,00

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• Assists in ensuring that safe, reliable drinking water is delivered in accordance with Federal, State, and City regulations related to public health.
• Responsible for assigned crew’s adherence to all City and Department safety policies relating to all activities associated with maintaining the water distribution system. Also serves as the “Confined Space Safety Supervisor” during confined space operations.
• Responsible for ensuring that all work assigned to the crew pertaining to the installation, repair, and maintenance of the water distribution system is completed properly, professionally, and in a timely manner.
• Instructs and assigns tasks to crew members.
• Drives and operates tractors, backhoes, mini-excavators, skid steers, hydro-excavation equipment and other heavy machinery.
• Drives and operates dump trucks to transport and unload materials.
• Responsible for taking before and after pictures of jobsites to provide visual information concerning the customer’s vegetation and landscaping as well as the location of existing utilities, damages, and repairs.
• Interacts with customers and acts as a representative of the organization. Is also responsible for customer notification when water service is going to be interrupted.
• Assists in establishing traffic control and safety measures when working in or near the roadway.
• Assists in the development of new employees with equipment, policies, procedures, and the overall function of the department.
• Responsible for maintaining all vehicles and equipment assigned to the crew including crew truck, dump truck, backhoe, tools, and parts.
• Checks and completes work orders, requisitions, daily logs, used or returned materials, and vehicle/equipment reports.
• Assists in updating and correcting the department’s GIS map.
• Maintains availability for advice and/or help to after-hours standby personnel.
• Able and willing to work a rotational stand-by schedule and able to work overtime as needed.
• Responsible for removal of accumulated snow in the event of a winter storm at assigned locations throughout the City of Bentonville.
• This position is considered a first responder in the event of a citywide emergency or disaster situation. During such an event, this position will coordinate with the Supervisor and perform tasks that are assigned based on the need of the situation.
• Reporting relationships, work assignments, and work schedules may be subject to change in order to meet City needs or operational requirements. Attendance at work and the ability to get along with the public, supervisors, and co-workers are essential elements of this position. Other duties may be assigned.

Directly supervises 1-5 water distribution operators. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must also reside within a 30‑minute radius of the Water Utilities office in order to respond to emergencies that may…