Crew Leader - Utilities

Core Values

• We lift up our community
• We take ownership of our collective performance
• We value and respect all employees
• We empower employees to grow

The purpose of the position is to provide first‑line support to a work group or unit completing operational, construction or maintenance activities. This is accomplished by planning and organizing jobs; overseeing maintenance and repairs; coordinating projects between departments; and maintaining records of work performed. Other duties include training and enforcing safety regulations.

• Works as lead for a unit or group by assigning work unit tasks; scheduling equipment and services; overseeing the maintenance and repair of equipment; ensuring all safety practices are followed; and resolving unexpected problems;
• Schedules and assigns activities by reviewing and scheduling priorities; reviewing, recording, and filing work orders; and referring jobs for contract work;
• Strives for safe work environment by scheduling and attending training; scheduling safety meetings; ensuring safety equipment and risk practices are followed; and filing claims as they occur;
• Maintains records by entering work information; recording maintenance activities; and tracking job costs; and
• Performs other assigned duties.

• Associate’s degree;
• Four (4) years of related work experience on a crew in construction or maintenance of water and wastewater systems;
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and
• Texas Class A or Class B driver’s license with good driving record and ability to maintain while employed;
• Possession of TCEQ‑issued Class C Water Distribution Certificate or higher;
• Possession of TCEQ‑issued Class II Wastewater Collection Certificate or higher.

• Knowledge of City policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of methods, materials and techniques used in the construction and maintenance of water and wastewater systems;
• Knowledge of standard safety processes, work gear and procedures;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Skill in the operation and use of standard office software which includes databases and presentation programs, along with standard Microsoft products;
• Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing; and
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials;
• Ability to operate heavy equipment;
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with City administration, other employees, and the general public.

Please note this position is subject to callback.