Crew Leader - Wastewater

Public Works – Wastewater Division

Position:
Working Crew Leader

Salary: $58,388.97 - $71,863.33 Annually

Location:

5100 Northeast 12th Terrace, Oakland Park, FL

Job Type: Full-Time

Department:
Public Works

Closing Date:
Continuous

• Assigns, instructs, and coordinates activities of division crews engaged in operations, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Oversees the effective utilization of labor, equipment, parts, materials, and supplies assigned to specific projects.
• Receives inquiries and complaints from the public and coordinates timely resolution; responds to emergencies involving the work and responsibilities of the Division.
• Assures employee adherence to established safety standards and promotes awareness of the exposures and potential hazards of the work.
• Coordinates and supervises the operation of all equipment, power tools, and vehicles.
• Trains subordinates in safe and proper operational practices, procedures, and techniques.
• Maintains records of labor, equipment, materials, parts and service components used and other essential data records specific to the Division; assists the Foreman in preparation of monthly reports as directed.
• Performs skilled and technical work and operates assigned equipment, tools or vehicles as needed.
• Monitors work in progress and assists as needed; provides guidance and instruction in the more complex aspects of the work.
• Tests and inspects completed projects/tasks for adherence to work orders, job specifications, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Requires regular attendance to scheduled work shifts.

• Substantial knowledge and skill in principles and methods of operating assigned equipment.
• Ability to give clear and specific verbal or written instructions as well as to understand and follow verbal or written instructions.
• Ability to supervise groups of employees under field conditions.
• Communicates with co-workers, management, citizens, and others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Conforms with and abides by all departmental and City regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and regulatory issues affecting the functions of the assigned division.

• The employee is frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must be able to operate objects, tools or controls and reach with arms and hands.
• Must be able to remain outdoors for extended periods in high heat and humidity conditions.
• Traverse rough terrain, walk up or down stairwells, ladders, slopes or steps.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Vision ability includes close and peripheral vision, color distinction and depth perception.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment including respirator (must pass respirator test).

High school diploma or GED equivalent; supplemented by three (3) years progressively knowledgeable experience in the field applicable to the assigned division (e.g., Fleet Maintenance & Repair, Utilities Water/Wastewater Distribution/Collection), with experience in a lead worker capacity and demonstrated technical skills in the more complex aspects of the work. Must hold a State of Florida Class B Driver's License and Level 3 Distribution System Operator License.

Additional certification(s) may be required where applicable to the assigned division, (e.g., American Service Excellence Certifications, Water/Wastewater Field Technician, CDL B with tanker endorsement). Position may be required to be on call, including nights, holidays and weekends.