Crew Chief

Inframark; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Inframark is seeking an experienced leader to direct combined wastewater collections and stormwater operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and asset resilience for wet-weather events. You will oversee inspections, maintenance, and performance reporting across field teams, with emphasis on safety and quality.

The role partners with municipalities and the public to advance right-of-way education and program effectiveness.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Direct stormwater inspections, inlet/outfall maintenance, 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; oversee field operations and asset maintenance.
• Engage with municipalities and the public on education and right-of-way coordination.
• Produce KPI dashboards (MS4 inspections, SSO frequency, response times) and implement continuous improvement plans.

Skills

Collaboration

Leadership

Excellence

Accountability

Respect

Safety

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

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.