Street Maintenance Crew Leader

About the Town of Mooresville

As one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing communities, the Town of Mooresville combines innovation, teamwork, and community pride to deliver exceptional public service. Mooresville is a thriving, connected community dedicated to providing outstanding services that foster inclusivity and vibrancy for all. Guided by our PAC-IQ values (People, Agility, Communication, Innovation, and Quality), we empower employees to collaborate, think ahead, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Work alongside a team committed to innovation and collaboration, creating positive change for the community!

We value our employees and invest in their success with a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits are among the most competitive in the region and include:

• 5% Town contribution to your 401(k), no employee match required
• Choice of three medical plans, including an HSA plan with Town contributions
• Town-paid life insurance at 1.5× annual salary
• Fully paid short- and long-term disability coverage (up to $8,000 per month)
• Wellness Incentive Program, with a discount of $240 annually on medical premium for participation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 mental health and work-life support
• Volunteer Time‑Off: 16 hours per calendar year to volunteer at any approved agency or organization
• Vacation Leave:
  Starting 2026, new hires receive 14 vacation days upfront!
• Holidays:
  Employees accrue 13-14 paid holidays per year
• Floating Holiday and Wellness Day:
  New hires receive one Floating Holiday and one Wellness Day up front each year
• Bereavement Leave:
  Up to five days per occurrence for deaths within the employee’s immediate family
• On‑site clinic for eligible employees and dependents coming in 2026!
• Additional perks include down payment assistance, pet insurance, gym reimbursement, and more!

The Street Maintenance Crew Leader performs responsible technical and skilled work supervising a unit engaged in the repair, replacement, and installation of Town streets, storm drainage, and right‑of‑way maintenance.

This role involves leading a crew in the upkeep of related infrastructure, ensuring that all work is completed to established standards while maintaining a heavy focus on crew safety and the proper setup of work zones.

The Crew Leader must exercise judgment and initiative in carrying out assignments and is responsible for coordinating the effective use of equipment, materials, and staff.

Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments, including exposure to extreme weather conditions and various work hazards such as loud noise, chemicals, and moving mechanical parts.

This position also serves in the absence of the Supervisor and may be subject to after‑hours call‑backs.

• Supervise and participate in the maintenance, repair, and construction of streets, storm drainage, sidewalks, and other public infrastructure.
• Coordinate the use of available equipment, materials, and staff to obtain maximum effectiveness and economy.
• Ensure crew members take proper tools, equipment, and supplies to work sites.
• Participate in the training, safety, and performance coaching of division employees.
• Operate heavy construction equipment in tight places requiring high levels of care and skill.
• Estimate and order necessary materials for projects and complete work orders.
• Participate in snow or ice removal operations.
• Coordinate work with contractors and participate in workflow planning.
• Respond to citizen requests and complaints.
• Supervise right‑of‑way maintenance depending on specific assignment.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Five to seven years of experience in street construction, maintenance, and repair, or Right‑of‑Way maintenance and repair.
• Experience must include heavy equipment operation and some lead worker experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Possession of a valid Class B Commercial North Carolina Driver's License.
• For Right‑of‑Way assignments:
  Possession of a valid North Carolina Pesticide Operators License
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