Crew Leader, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Description

This position is responsible for supervising and participating in the work of assigned crews engaged in the maintenance and repair of the water distribution and sewer collection systems.

• Reviews, prioritizes and assigns work orders; reviews work upon completion and closes work orders.
• Trains, assigns, directs, supervises and evaluates personnel.
• Reviews the work of personnel assigned to perform a variety of wastewater collection and water distribution system construction, maintenance and repair activities.
• Inspects work performed to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Plans and coordinates traffic control plans at work sites; obtains permits from Department of Transportation.
• Ensures compliance with work safety principles and rules, including those associated with confined space entry.
• Investigates complaints and recommends corrective action to resolve complaints.
• Serves as technical resource regarding areas of assignment; answers questions and provides information to the public.
• Maintains time, material and equipment records.
• Performs related duties.
• Trains new personnel in the operation and maintenance of the water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Locates and repairs leaks in the water distribution and wastewater collection system.
• Installs new water and sewer mains and services.
• Operates remote control and manual camera units to identify line blockages and breaks.
• Repairs and replace fire hydrants.
• Locates and excavates underground utilities; makes street, sidewalk and lawn repairs.
• Makes sewer and water main line repairs.
• Repairs manholes.
• Change out meters.
• Replace meter boxes and lids.
• Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Performs related duties.

• Knowledge of department safety policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of sewer collection and water distribution maintenance and repair principles.
• Knowledge of water and sewer standards and specifications.
• Knowledge of safety regulations.
• Knowledge of areas streets and roads.
• Knowledge of equipment operation guidelines.
• Knowledge of water sampling methods.
Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in the supervision and training of personnel.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.