Lakes Management Crew Leader

Lakes Management Crew Leader

The Dane County Land and Water Resource Department has a full-time (1.0 FTE) vacancy for a Lakes Management Crew Leader position in Madison, WI. The eligibility list created will be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification over the next six (6) months. All are encouraged to apply.

Commitment to equity and inclusion

As an employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest communication are encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality service is a shared goal. All employees must be able to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways.

Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

Definition

Under general supervision, performs advanced level mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic diagnostics, maintenance, and repair on a mixed fleet that includes heavy/medium-duty trucks, light vehicles, trailers, outboard motors, small craft, and specialized aquatic plant harvesting equipment (harvesters, conveyors, barges, shore conveyors, and support equipment). Provides day-to-day work direction and oversight to mechanics and seasonal Harvester Operators and Truck Drivers. Ensures safe, compliant, and efficient operations that support lake management and aquatic plant management programs.

Serves as the lead worker and technical expert for shop and field repairs; assigns work orders, sets priorities, and checks completed work for quality and compliance. Coordinates preventive maintenance and scheduling to maintain equipment and vehicles in safe and serviceable condition during harvest season. Operates with substantial independence and exercises technical judgment on complex diagnostics. Ensures adherence to workplace safety regulations, and environmental requirements applicable to fleet and marine/aquatic equipment operations.

Examples of duties

Provide lead work and coordination. Plan, direct and monitor work orders. Provide on-the-job training and technical guidance to mechanics and seasonal staff. Develop preventive maintenance schedules for trucks, outboards, and aquatic harvesters aligned to seasonal operations. Coordinate outside vendor services (machine shop, specialized electronics or hydraulics, prop/gearbox rebuilds). Perform advanced diagnostics on diesel/gas engines, outboards (2-stroke/4-stroke), fuel systems, electrical/electronic controls, hydraulic systems, drive trains, steering and braking systems, and marine gearcases/jet pumps.

Rebuild/replace components (pumps, cylinders, hydraulic motors/valves, gearboxes, differentials, starters/alternators, steering actuators). Maintain, align, and repair cutting heads, conveyors, paddle wheels, and propulsion systems on aquatic plant harvesters; service winches, power take-offs, and marine hydraulics. Perform welding/fabrication (MIG/TIG/Stick) and light machining for brackets, guards, and structural repairs suitable for wet environments. Conduct field service using service trucks and boats. Perform on-water diagnostics and repairs as needed.

Commission/decommission harvesters and support craft each season; perform spring launch and fall lay-up, including winterization and annual maintenance. Ensures a safe shop and field environment by implementing, monitoring, and enforcing County safety policies and applicable OSHA and industry standards. Leads hazard identification, risk controls, and continuous improvement for truck, vehicle, outboard, and aquatic harvester maintenance and operations. Manage shop hazardous materials (oils, fuels, solvents, batteries);

ensure proper storage, labeling, spill response, and recycling in accordance with Spill Prevention Control Containment practices and local requirements. Maintain aquatic invasive species (AIS) prevention practices for equipment entering/leaving water bodies (clean, drain, dry; decontamination). Plan, conduct and document safety talks; ensure PPE use and machine guarding. Coordinate and tracks the use of fleet equipment and maintenance schedules, maintain equipment histories;

maintains inventory of tools and equipment. Maintain technical libraries, service bulletins, and parts catalogs for trucks, outboards, and harvesters. Assist with fleet replacement specs; recommend standardization of components. Procurement of supplies and equipment; specify and order parts, lubricants, and consumables; maintain supplies stock levels for seasonal continuity. Source specialized marine and hydraulic components. Manage vendor relationships and warranty claims.

Education, training and…