Crew Leader - Concrete

City of Stafford, TX; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Stafford, TX is seeking a Public Works Construction/Maintenance worker to support street and sidewalk projects. Responsibilities include planning material needs, supervising field crews, and ensuring safety and quality during pavement and concrete work.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, a Texas driver’s license, and preferably a Class B CDL or the ability to obtain one within six months. This full-time role requires physical work and occasional emergency overtime.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with coursework and 5 years of relevant experience preferred
• Valid Texas Driver's License required
• CDL Class B or ability to obtain within six months of hire

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning by gathering materials, equipment and personnel needed to complete assignments.
• Monitor work progress at sites and redirect crews to meet critical requirements.
• Ensure procedures are followed and service quality is maintained.
• Maintain and operate vehicles and equipment assigned to the team.
• Perform inspections of contracted pavement work.
• Lead crew in construction, demolition, and maintenance of streets, sidewalks, and related structures; assign tasks and enforce safety rules.
• Provide training and support to crew members as needed.
• Assist with concrete base preparation including forming, reinforcing, pouring, finishing, and cleanup.
• Contribute to department success by performing other essential duties as assigned.
• Promote an inclusive work environment and respect for diverse backgrounds.
• Subject to 24-hour recall; may be required to work overtime during emergencies.

Skills

Effective communication

Safety compliance

Project coordination

Time management

Field problem solving

Concrete/demolition techniques

Education

High School Diploma or GED, with coursework

Valid Texas Driver's License

Valid Texas Class B CDL (or obtain within 6 months)

Job description

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with planning by gathering materials, equipment and personnel needed to complete assignments
• Responsible for monitoring work progress at sites, resolves in the field problems by redirecting work efforts to meet critical and/or necessary work requirements.
• Ensure that proper procedures are followed, and service quality levels are maintained
• Maintains and operates vehicles and a variety of equipment assigned to the team and consistent with Public Works activities
• Perform inspections of contracted pavement work.
• Leads crew performing construction, demolition, and maintenance activities for streets, sidewalks, driveways, alleys, drainage and asphalt repairs; prioritizes and assigns tasks; assures that all safety rules and regulations are observed on the job site. Cuts lumber, sets forms, and cuts, lays, and ties rebar using steel cutters and rebar ties.
• Provides support to crew in the completion of their duties and responsibilities; provides functional and technical leadership and training as needed.
• Assists with preparation of concrete base including; setting wood forms, positioning steel, measuring and pouring concrete, finishing concrete, removing wooden forms, backfilling and cleaning site.
• Contributes to the overall success of the department by performing other essential duties as assigned
• Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
• Subject to 24-hour recall: The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime including during emergency situations (defined as any natural or man-made disaster that may or may not necessitate the relocation of City personnel or citizens). In the event of an emergency and/or a required evacuation, the incumbent may be required to remain at work to provide needed services or perform essential duties for the benefit of the general public including services or duties different from those performed in the normal course and scope of the position.

To perform in this position successfully, and individual(s) must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

At time of application and duration of

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Applicable Federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations and/or ordinances;
• Knowledge of maintenance techniques, equipment, tools, materials, and operational practices related to the assigned area;
• Occupational hazards and related safety precautions and practices;
• Grades and elevations;
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment;
• Prioritizing work and managing time;
• Providing customer service and resolving issues and complaints;
• Performing inspections and quality checks while monitoring adherence to quality and service standards;
• Monitoring equipment and supplies inventory and researching requirements;
• Preparing reports, logs, and activity documentation;Ability to operate machinery and equipment;
• Knowledge of concrete demolition, construction and repair techniques, including forming, reinforcing, pouring, finishing, blueprint interpretation, and the construction of street slabs, curbs, gutters, driveways, and related structures;
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and the public, and work cooperatively with diverse individuals and groups;

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING (Certification/Licensure):

The preferred way to obtain the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position are listed below. The City reserves the right to allow substitutions in the event that a candidate or incumbent exceeds requirements in one area but may be deficient in another.

• High School Diploma or GED, supplemented by college coursework and/or specialized training, and five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in assigned area of responsibility
• Valid Texas Driver's License
• Valid State of Texas Class "B" Commercial Driver's License, or must be obtained within six months of date in position.

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, intense noises, travel and environmental conditions such as disruptive people, imminent danger or a threatening environment.

The City of Stafford is an Equal Opportunity Employer