CREW LEADER, UTILITIES

JOB SUMMARY

The Crew Leader is to lead and perform work of an assigned crew performing technical and manual work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the Towns water and sewer infrastructure.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Leads and oversees the work of an assigned crew; plans work assignments; trains crew members in all essential functions; maintains a safe work environment for work crew and public
• Leads the installation and maintenance of and installs and maintains water meters, water service lines, water mains, fire hydrants, water valves, air releases, sewer clean outs, sewer lateral lines, sewer mains, sewer man holes and related equipment
• Leads the testing of water mains, vacuum test sewer lines and man holes prior to putting them in service
• Leads the installation of and installs; set up of work zone to protect crew members from traffic; street closures and placement of traffic control devices and warning signs; sets up and maintains street closures and detours
• Leads and oversees work site preparation; calls locate tickets in, takes pictures and documents conditions of work site prior to work beginning and at the completion
• Adheres to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; flags and directs traffic and places markers, signs, and cones around project/work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public; and follows safety practices and wears protective gear; initiates any action necessary to correct deviations or violations
• Maintains inventories of supplies on service vehicles and ensures availability of adequate supplies to complete work activities.
• Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, and cleaning shop and work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment
• Prepares, types, proofreads, and/or completes various forms, reports, vehicle inspection forms, inventory logs, notices, spreadsheets, or documents
• Communicates with supervisor, Town employees, and the public as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, resolve problems, or give/receive advice/direction, addresses employee performance, , addresses any safety issues or concerns
• Operates medium and heavy duty equipment, backhoes, excavators, rubber tire loaders, dozer, track loader, tandem and single axel dump trucks, service trucks, sewer jet machines, valve exerciser, water tap machines, pavement saw, chop saws, core drill, grinder, power tools, tablet, or other equipment as necessary to complete the essential functions of the position
• Performs other duties as required

JOB CONTEXT

The Crew Leader will perform tasks that require the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that generally involves lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds). The typical work schedule is Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Scheduled and unscheduled overtime and on-call duty is required of this position; employee arrives for emergency callouts within 1 hour of notification.

WORK PERFORMANCE

The Crew Leader is required to follow departmental expectations and adhere to all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures in the Town of Christiansburg Employee Handbook. Work performance is reviewed utilizing the Town’s employee performance review program following first six-month probationary period. During this probationary period and going forward, the employee must demonstrate a strong understanding of all that the job requires.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or GED; supplemented by two (2) years of experience in maintenance or repair; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Valid Virginia Commercial driver’s license (CDL) including appropriate endorsements, with the ability to meet and maintain Town insurability requirements
• Flagging Work Zone, First Aid and CPR, OSHA Lockout/Tag out
• May be required to obtain and maintain other certifications as deemed necessary

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of public works best practices in water and sewer installs, maintenance, repair and earth moving and trenching
• Have knowledge of Town Code, policies, and procedures
• Ability to act as a first line supervisor, including instructing, reviewing work, maintaining standards, and coordinating activities
• Ability to operate, equipment, machinery, and/or tools

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

• Medium and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment
• Cell phone
• Laptop/Tablet
• Microsoft Office and various software applications
• Various power tools

SAFETY

The employee shall adhere to Town of Christiansburg policies regarding safety precautions and the use of safety equipment that is necessary for the health and safety of all employees and citizens. If a safety concern arises, the employee must stop any life-threatening activity immediately and in other cases immediately inform the employee’s supervisor.

NOTE

All applicants are required to submit their applications through the Town of Christiansburg's website.

https://www.christiansburg.org/987/Employment-Opportunities

DISCLAIMERS

The job description is:

• Intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and behaviors required of employees in this job title.
• Not an employment agreement or contract. Employment is at will only, and the Town of Christiansburg has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
• Intended to describe the essential functions of the position that a qualified individual must be able to perform, either with or without reasonable accommodation.

The Town of Christiansburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify participant. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town of Christiansburg will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $44,137.00 per year

Benefits:

• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $44,137