Crew Leader
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.
Overview
- 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.
Qualifications
- 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.
- Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with one to three years’ experience or service.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain Georgia state-certified licenses for Water Distribution Systems Operators and Wastewater Collection System Operators.
Applications
Please complete a City of Valdosta Application form and email it to covhr@valdostacity.com to be considered for the position you are interested in applying for. An application must be submitted for each position you are interested in. A resume and cover letter may be attached as additional information only. You may apply in person at the City of Valdosta Human Resources Department, 216 East Central Avenue, Valdosta, GA 31601.
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The City of Valdosta offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify employer. For more information, go to http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees/e-verify-overview.