Construction Crew Leader

City of Wilmington, NC; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits (NC Local Govt)

Gym on-site

Paid leave & holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

City of Wilmington, NC is seeking a Construction Crew Leader to supervise street crews, plan work methods, and ensure safety and quality in field operations. This is a hands-on leadership role in infrastructure maintenance and roadway projects.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of heavy equipment experience, a valid CDL, and the ability to train and develop subordinates while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 3 years of heavy equipment experience.
• Selected applicants will take a heavy machinery skills test.

Responsibilities

• Field supervision: assign daily tasks, monitor quality, ensure safety and traffic control protocols.
• Infrastructure maintenance: set up traffic control around areas and repair road damage.
• Equipment operation: operate light to heavy machinery for pipe installation and related tasks.
• Compliance & tracking: document progress and maintain environmental standards.
• Training & development: coach staff, lead safety tailgates, assist with hiring and evaluations.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Safety awareness

Traffic control coordination

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Description

One City. One team. One mission

We are looking for a Construction Crew Leader to join our team

The work you do on our Streets Maintenance team directly impacts the safety and accessibility of our community every day. From repairing potholes and damaged pavement to maintaining sidewalks, curbs, and public rights-of-way, you'll help ensure residents, businesses, and visitors can travel safely throughout the city.

As part of our team, you'll work alongside experienced professionals who take pride in serving the community and supporting one another. We offer hands‑on training, mentorship, CDL development opportunities, and clear career pathways that allow employees to grow from entry‑level positions into Equipment Operator and leadership roles.

The purpose of this position is to serve as a leader to construction/street crews. This is done by planning work methods and procedures after assignments are given. These tasks include work site setup, work zone safety, traffic control, hazard observation, following procedures and guidelines, employee supervision, assisting with work, etc. Other duties include training subordinates, operating light, medium and heavy equipment and performing preventive maintenance.

This is a physically active, outdoor career for individuals who enjoy meaningful work, working as part of a team, and seeing the results of their efforts throughout the community. If you're dependable, willing to learn, and committed to public service, you'll find opportunities to build valuable skills and a rewarding career with us.

Typical Tasks

• Field Supervision: Assigns daily tasks, monitors work quality, and ensures the crew adheres to all safety and traffic control protocols.
• Infrastructure Maintenance: Directing the setting up traffic control around flooded areas and repairing road damage caused by flooding or damaged pipes. Repairing potholes, damaged pavements, and maintaining sidewalks, curbs, and public rights-of-way.
• Equipment Operation: Operates light, medium, and heavy machinery (e.g., dump trucks, vac con, sweeper truck, excavators) for the installation of pipes; setting up traffic control; performing cave-in repairs; maintaining and constructing BMP areas; mechanically digging and cleaning ditches; and screening and stockpiling soil and debris.
• Compliance & Tracking: Performs operational support by maintaining buildings, assisting in storm preparation and clean up, attending safety meetings and training, communicating with the public, and maintaining equipment, documenting project progress and maintaining environmental standards to comply with regulations.
• Training & Development: Coaches subordinate workers, leads safety tailgates, and assists with hiring and performance evaluations.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or GED.

Experience

Minimum three (3) years of related heavy equipment experience.

Selected applicants will be required to perform a heavy machinery skills test that will be a factor in the hiring of this position.

Other Requirements

• Current Class B CDL
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 90 days of employment
• Ability to work in inclement weather conditions including hurricanes, snow, and ice storms
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and lift heavy objects.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying materials and equipment.
• Exposure to traffic and active work zones

Who Thrives Here?

We're looking for dependable, safety-conscious individuals who take pride in their work and enjoy being part of a team. The ideal candidate is willing to learn, comfortable working outdoors, adaptable, and committed to serving the community. Most importantly, we're looking for people who show up ready to contribute and grow.

Join a team where your work is visible, your contributions matter, and your career can grow. Help build and maintain the infrastructure that keeps our community moving.

Our Core Values

INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY

Our Mission Statement:

Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.

What We Offer

The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
• Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees’ Retirement System
• Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
• Free on-site city gym access
• Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year
• 6-weeks paid parental leave
• Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
• Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
• Tuition assistance benefits

Applicant Status Updates:

After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.

Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week.

Health Insurance

The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.

Dental Insurance

Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage.

Life Insurance

The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary. Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.

Retirement

• NC Local Government Retirement System - All benefits eligible employees make a mandatory 6% contribution every pay period.
• Deferred Compensation – The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to a 401(k) plan regardless of employee contribution. Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the 401(k) or 457 deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines.

Paid Leave (offered to employees working at least 1,000 hours annually*)

• Sick Leave - 12 days accrued each year
• Annual Leave - Accrual based on years of service and classification. Employees can earn from 10 to 24 days each year.
• Holidays - 13 paid holidays annually
• Paid Parental Leave - Six weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or placement of a child (must run concurrently with FMLA).
• Part-Time Employees will earn paid leave benefits on a pro-rated basis.

Miscellaneous

• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Cancer & Critical Illness
• Accident Insurance
• Whole Life Insurance
• Credit Union membership
• Access to City Fitness Center

Note: The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to receive their first paycheck approximately 4 weeks after their start date.

**This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/Government/Departments-Divisions/Human-Resources/Benefits for more information.**