Job Title: CREW LEADER: CONSTRUCTION

Department: Wastewater-Construction

Reports To: Construction Supervisor

Leads Team Of: Heavy Equipment Operators, Pipe Layers, and Utility Workers

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Effective Date(s): 2011, 2015, PG 1/1/2019, 11/1/2023

EEO-4 Classification Service-Maintenance

Normal Work Hours: 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Normal Work Days: Monday through Thursday

Education/Experience

Education and Experience: High School Diploma/GED. Minimum of 5 years construction experience in sanitation systems or closely related area. Prefer a minimum of one year supervisory or team lead experience. Equivalent combination of education, skills, training and experience may be considered. Must possess or obtain at least a Class B CDL within 6 months.

Position Summary
Leads City construction crews assigned to projects and repairs for the City. Performs repair and construction of waste/wastewater lines, meter work, and other related projects. Assist Construction Supervisor with ensuring all equipment and materials are available for successful completion of assigned projects and with administrative and supervisory responsibilities including training, appraising performance and disciplining assigned staff. Maintains safe working conditions for all employees and the public.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned.

Construction. Leads construction crews; assigns various job tasks and inspect completed work to ensure compliance with specifications. Alongside construction staff, perform repairs and construction for assigned City projects. Oversee pipe lining operations. Use mobile handheld device to enter work order information. Use mapping system to complete various tasks. Ensure that traffic control devices are set up properly.

Operate Equipment. Operate heavy equipment associated with underground utility construction and repair.

Safety. Ensure public and employee safety by adopting and enforcing safe work habits. Assist Supervisor with investigating damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out.

Supervisory/Administrative. Act on Supervisors behalf when the supervisor is unavailable in order to keep the project flowing smoothly. Assist Construction supervisor in training, appraising and disciplining construction crews. Assist Construction Supervisor with department administrative tasks. Perform related duties and assumes other responsibilities as apparent or as assigned.

Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Delegation Leads work team; Matches the responsibility to the person; Sets expectations and monitors assigned activities; Makes self available to team; Provides performance feedback; Trains team members and encourages growth.

Technical Skills Keeps abreast of new technologies and safety measures related to work. Shares expertise with others. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Safety and Security Maintains knowledge of principles of workplace safety (including OSHA confined space requirements); trains staff to observe safety and security precautions and procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Recognizes unusual or dangerous operating conditions and takes appropriate action.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities to meet deadlines. Maintains accurate, timely and complete records and reports. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Responds quickly and effectively in difficult situations. Maintains confidentiality regarding employee/employer relations, disciplinary matters.

Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; communicates effectively with employees concerning maintenance and performance issues.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience: High School Diploma. Minimum of 5 years construction experience in sanitation systems or closely related area. Prefer a minimum of one year supervisory or team lead experience. Equivalent combination of education, skills, training and experience may be considered.

Knowledge of:

• Materials, methods, and the tools involved in construction and repair.
• Blueprints and Construction drawings.
• Basic mathematic skills.

Computer/Office equipment Skills: Basic PC skills, prefer ability to use Microsoft Office products Outlook, Word and Excel.

Licenses:

Maintain valid drivers license and operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices. Must possess or obtain at least a Class B CDL within 6 months. Maintain heavy equipment operators license and/or training.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work out of doors in all weather conditions for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift at least 80 lbs. (average weight of a manhole cover)
• Climb up and down stairs/ladders.
• Operate a variety of power tools and heavy equipment.
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds.

Position will require the ability to work/ be available for overtime, standby and after-hour emergencies.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position will require employee to work out of doors in all weather conditions for extended periods of time. Frequently working on slippery surfaces, some parts of the body may come into contact with oil, grease, wastewater, sludge, and other products associated with the treatment of sewage. Some work on ladders, scaffolds, or other equipment more than 12 feet above the ground. Occasionally work in confined spaces or cramped spaces may be necessary.