Crew Leader I - Wastewater (Linework)

City of Norfolk; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in public utilities is looking for a dedicated Crew Leader I to oversee essential maintenance operations in the Wastewater Division. This role involves leading a team of skilled workers, ensuring safety standards, and maintaining the efficiency of the wastewater system. The ideal candidate will possess strong supervisory skills, a valid driver's license, and experience in equipment operation. With a competitive salary and a signing bonus, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while working in a dynamic environment. If you are ready to take on challenges and lead a team, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Signing Bonus

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 4 years of high school education or equivalent required.
• 2 years of supervisory experience in a maintenance role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew in the construction and maintenance of the wastewater system.
• Investigate and resolve complaints regarding the wastewater system.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Safety Standards Knowledge

Equipment Operation

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Tools

Rod Machines

Metal Locators

CCTV Cameras

Job description

The Department of Utilities is seeking qualified candidates for a Crew Leader I in our Wastewater Division. This person will be responsible for leading a crew of maintenance workers, equipment operators, and other employees participating in the construction, maintenance, and repair of the wastewater system. The Crew leader I will also investigate and resolve complaints, and generate the necessary maintenance reports for efficiency planning.

Essential functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Working with the sanitary sewer system to include working with and locating sewer system components such as main lines, houselines, and cleanout boxes.
  
  
• Utilize equipment to include rod machines, metal locators, hand rods, and cctv cameras and locators
  
• Maintains time, equipment and materials used to prepare reports
  
• Instructs crew on proper safety standards and work expectations
  
• Transports crew to work sites
  
• Climbs ladders and stairs; bends, pushes, pulls, stoops, and lifts up to 75 lbs.; stands for extended periods of time; confined space entry also required
  
• Requires the ability to operate a standard transmission vehicle
  
• Valid driver's license required

Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational or technical processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Two years supervisory experience in a maintenance role highly preferred.

Valid Driver's License required; CDLmay be required

Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; standby duty rotation required
Work Location: Combined Operations Center: 1316 Ballentine Blvd., Norfolk

Signing Bonus:This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus.

***This position is designated as an'Essential' position which means you may be required to work extended, rotating, after hours, nights, weekends, and/or holidays in response to emergencies or severe weather.***