Road Crew Leader

ROAD CREW LEADER

General Definition of Work:

Performs difficult semiskilled and skilled work supervising and participating in the work of a maintenance, repair, or construction crew; performs related work as required. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Road Superintendent. Limited supervision is exercised over an assigned work crew.

• Assigns, supervises, and participates in the work of semiskilled and/or skilled workers and equipment operators in the repair, maintenance or construction of streets, drainage facilities, municipal grounds and facilities, leaf collection, curb replacement, and grading work.
• Performs or assists in performing more difficult repair and construction tasks.
• Inspects work in progress to assure conformance with instructions.
• Makes and adjusts work assignments on the job.
• Operates a variety of construction and maintenance equipment including backhoe, front end loader, grader, dump trucks, steel and rubber tire roller, leaf collection equipment, street sweeper, tractor, mower, and related equipment.
• Inspects vehicles and equipment prior to use.
• Prepares work reports.
• Trains and instructs subordinates.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Thorough knowledge of the trade(s) required in road maintenance, repair and/or construction work; thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work; ability to assign and supervise the work of others; ability to maintain records and prepare reports; ability to skillfully use the specialized tools and operate equipment related to the area assigned; ability to work independently; good physical condition enough to perform labor intensive work tasks.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and experience in maintenance, repair, or construction work. Knowledge of computers and other electronic data collection.

Salary $65,000 to $75000