CREW LEADER

Henry County Government; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity is seeking a dedicated crew leader to oversee construction and maintenance projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in operating heavy machinery and a strong focus on safety and teamwork. Responsibilities include supervising crew activities, operating equipment, and ensuring project completion. The role requires effective communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Requires 3 years of experience in operating heavy equipment.
• Must possess a valid Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Responsibilities

• Leads a crew in construction, maintenance, and repair of public infrastructure.
• Operates various machinery and tools for department projects.
• Monitors safety and ensures proper use of equipment.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Problem Solving

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

The purpose of this position is to lead a crew of workers engaged in operating equipment and performing construction, maintenance, and repair or other County public infrastructure projects.

• Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned crew or co-workers; confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks in order to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment; assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations.
• Monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations; coordinates setup of work safety zones to maintain safety and traffic control at work sites, including flagging of traffic and setup of safety cones, barricades, and road/warning signs; monitors traffic conditions surrounding trucks/equipment to identify obstructions, pedestrians, or unsafe traffic conditions; and reports any incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations.
• Leads and participates in tasks involving street, roadway, and drainage construction, maintenance and repair projects; builds concrete forms for sidewalks and curbing; pours and finishes concrete; installs and removes sidewalks, curbs, driveways, and gutters; shoots grade for concrete; cleans, maintains, and repairs drains; constructs and repairs drain boxes, inlets, and manholes; installs drain pipes; repairs concrete pipes; repairs, maintains, and cleans ditches; lays and smooths asphalt; repairs asphalt and concrete; patches/repairs potholes and sinkholes; grades work sites; packs ground materials; installs street signs and stop signs; installs reflective markers in streets; paints markings such as turn lanes, crosswalks, and parking spaces onto road surfaces; builds, repairs, and paints street barricades; maintains street signal lights; and removes debris from sites of vehicle accidents.
• Leads and participates in tasks involving roadside maintenance projects; mows grass; edges buildings, roadways, landscaped areas, driveways, and sidewalks; plants and maintains trees, shrubs, and flowers; cuts down trees; prunes tree limbs, hedges, and shrubs; picks up and disposes of tree limbs, brush, and other materials from right-of-way areas; spreads pine straw, mulch, sand, gravel, or other grounds materials; lays sod or spreads grass seed; applies fertilizer, pesticide, and herbicide; applies salt/sand during icy weather; rakes ground materials; blows leaves/debris; picks up and disposes of debris/litter digs holes/trenches; and shovels materials.
• Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with department projects, which may include a service truck, dump truck, backhoe, mini-excavator, bobcat, spreader, brush truck, leaf truck, asphalt packer, bucket truck, camera machine, smoker, pump, probing rod, locator, tractor, trailer, tamper, tapping machine, riding mower, edger, weed eater, chipper/mulcher, leaf blower, sod cutter, spreader, tiller, trencher, chain saw, power saw, hand saw, concrete saw, air compressor, pickaxe, sledgehammer, rake, post hole digger, shovel, hand tools, measuring instruments, or tools and other equipment.
• Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking/replacing fluids, refueling vehicles, performing minor equipment repairs, greasing equipment, sharpening blades, replacing parts, washing/cleaning equipment, or cleaning shop or work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; and reports faulty equipment.
• Gathers equipment, tools, parts, and supplies needed to conduct work activities; ensures availability of adequate parts and materials to conduct work activities; and initiates requests for new or replacement materials as required.
• Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures; receives and reviews various documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
• Communicates with supervisor, other County employees, contractors, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Requires a High School diploma or equivalent and three (3) years of related experience in operating heavy equipment and the construction, repair, and/or maintenance of public infrastructure or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) including appropriate endorsement(s).

Special Requirements:

None.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of local government operations, transportation related programs, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications related to the essential functions of the job.
• Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evening meetings.
• Ability to multi-task and work within deadlines.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to work with and process payments for accounts within the HR budget and department.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and accounting purposes.
• Ability to operate a copying machine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, the ability to express ideas by means of the spoken word and have close visual acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and may require standing for extended periods of time. Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, animal/wildlife attacks, animal/human bites, or rude/irate customers. The noise level in the work environment may be at times moderate to loud.

Henry County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described in this job description. Henry County encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Henry County will comply with all applicable federal regulations and Henry County's insurance requirements governing workplace anti-drug and alcohol programs. Henry County employees shall be subject to the provisions of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.