Crew Leader - Streets

City of University City; University City (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid vacation days

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The City of University City is seeking a dedicated Crew Leader - Streets to supervise maintenance and repair of local infrastructure. In this full-time position, you will lead a crew, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently while adhering to City standards.

Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, paid leave from day one, retirement options, and tuition reimbursement. Applicants should have supervisory experience and a valid CDL driver's license.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising labor crews and using equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of maintenance service operations is beneficial.
• Valid, current CDL driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a crew in maintaining and repairing infrastructure.
• Operate and oversee equipment safely.
• Plan and organize daily work for crew efficiency.

Skills

Supervision of labor crews

Knowledge of maintenance equipment

OSHA safety standards knowledge

Construction practices knowledge

Oral and written communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent certification

Tools

Trucks

Heavy machinery

Hand tools

Job description

Title: Crew Leader - Streets

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Location: Onsite, Full-Time

Department: Parks, Recreation and Public Area's Maintenance

Job Overview

Join a team of dedicated public servants making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. The Crew Leader position focuses on the construction, repair, and maintenance of University City streets. Responsibilities include supervising and assisting a crew in completing assigned projects, including but not limited to crew safety, street maintenance, and the repair of sidewalks, bridges, signs, and equipment. Work is performed under the direction of the Street Supervisor, who issues work orders and inspects work in progress and upon completion for adherence to work orders and accepted standards of workmanship. Crew Leaders are expected to complete routine assignments without detailed supervision.

Enjoy the Benefits

• Start your career with immediate access to comprehensive health coverage and one of the lowest annual deductibles in the region.
• Begin building valuable paid leave benefits from day one including: 15 paid vacation days, 12 paid sick days, and 10 paid holidays per year.
• Employer paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Pension and retirement options after just five years of employment.
• Tuition reimbursement to support employee growth and development.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) free to employees for confidential counseling.

Essential Functions

The following duties are normal for this position, but not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required as assigned.

• Lead and support a crew in maintaining and repairing streets, sidewalks, drainage systems, and other City infrastructure.
• Operate and oversee equipment including trucks, heavy machinery, and hand tools to get the job done safely and efficiently.
• Plan and organize daily work, making sure crews, equipment, and materials are ready to go.
• Assign and track daily jobs, ensuring work is completed on time and to City standards.
• Inspect completed work and step in to resolve issues or resident concerns.
• Promote a strong safety culture by investigating incidents, enforcing standards, and providing training when needed.
• Manage daily operations, including end-of-day check-ins, tracking work completed, and reporting any issues.
• Handle basic paperwork and tracking, including materials, permits, and equipment use.
• Jump in and work alongside the crew when needed to keep projects moving.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience in the supervision of labor crews and the use of equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in maintenance and service operations, including some specialized knowledge in the area.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and how they relate to the hazards and safety equipment of the work.
• Knowledge of standard and common construction practices and methods related to the construction, repair, and maintenance of City streets and related projects.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to prioritize and allocate work.
• Ability to read and interpret documents related to the construction, repair, and maintenance of City streets and related projects.
• Ability to communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisors, and the public to convey information and to receive work.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Physical strength and endurance.
• Regularly requires frequent standing, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and walking while performing certain assigned tasks.
• Valid, current CDL driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent certification.
• Between five and ten years of experience in performing related work preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Overall Physical Strength Demands

This position will encounter moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, chemicals, oils, inclement weather conditions, noise, frequent standing, walking, and driving, including travel between locations.