Crew Chief

Inframark LLC in; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Inframark is seeking a Crew Chief (Finance) to lead combined wastewater collections and stormwater operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, asset maintenance, and resilience for wet-weather events.

The role oversees budgets, staffing, equipment, and KPI dashboards; it requires strong leadership, safety focus, and experience with MS4 programs.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in stormwater/collections with 2+ years leadership; MS4 program experience required.
• Knowledge of CWA, NPDES, erosion control, and BMP maintenance.
• Strong safety, communication, and stakeholder skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead stormwater inspections and maintenance; ensure regulatory compliance and KPI reporting.
• Coordinate collections cleaning/CCTV, SSO prevention, and wet-weather response; integrate data across systems.
• Develop SOPs for dewatering, erosion control, and spill response; oversee contractor performance.

Skills

Leadership

MS4 program knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder communication

Safety

Education

Associate's degree in environmental science or related field

Bachelor's degree in environmental science/engineering preferred

Job description

Crew Chief (Finance)

Position Summary

Leads combined wastewater collections and stormwater operations - ensuring regulatory compliance, asset maintenance, and resilience for wet-weather events.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct stormwater inspections, inlet/outfall maintenance, ditch/pond mowing, and illicit discharge investigations; maintain MS4 records and annual reports.
• Coordinate collections cleaning/CCTV, SSO prevention, and wet-weather response; integrate data across systems.
• Develop SOPs for dewatering, erosion/sediment control, and spill response; oversee contractor performance.
• Manage budgets, staffing, and equipment (vactors, jetters, mowers, CCTV vans).
• Engage with municipalities and the public on education and right-of-way coordination.
• Produce KPI dashboards (MS4 inspections, SSO frequency, response times) and continuous improvement plans.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in stormwater/collections with 2+ years leadership; MS4 program experience required.
• Knowledge of CWA, NPDES, erosion control, and BMP maintenance.
• Strong safety, communication, and stakeholder skills.

Education & Certifications

• Associate's required; Bachelor's in environmental science/engineering preferred.
• Stormwater inspector certification (e.g., CESCL/CPESC) preferred; wastewater certification a plus.

Skills & Competencies (CLEAR Values)

• Collaboration - partners effectively with municipalities, customers, contractors, and internal teams.
• Leadership - sets clear expectations and coaches safe, high-quality field work.
• Excellence - maintains accurate, audit-ready records; follows SOPs, permits, and regulations.
• Accountability - meets response KPIs; owns preventive maintenance and corrective actions.
• Respect - communicates professionally with the public and team members.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Field-based role with frequent driving, outdoor work in varied weather, and exposure to traffic, confined spaces, biological/chemical hazards, and uneven terrain. Must be able to lift 50+ lbs, climb, kneel, and wear required PPE. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.To support a safe and secure workplace, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of background screening, drug testing, and driving record review where applicable.

Inframark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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