Crew Leader - Utilities

City of DeSoto; Pleasant Run (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of DeSoto is seeking a maintenance professional to provide first line support to a work group completing operational, construction or maintenance activities. The role involves planning and organizing jobs; overseeing maintenance and repairs; coordinating projects between departments; and maintaining records of work performed.

Additional duties include training staff and enforcing safety regulations. The position requires a valid Texas driver's license, an associate degree, and four years of

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; 4 years of field experience in water/wastewater systems preferred.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
• TCEQ Class C Water Distribution Certificate or higher required.
• TCEQ Class II Wastewater Collection Certificate or higher required.
• Able to conduct maintenance, repair work and enforce safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew for construction or maintenance tasks and schedule activities.
• Oversee maintenance/repair of equipment and ensure safety standards.
• Coordinate projects between departments and maintain work records.
• Train staff and enforce safety regulations.
• Maintain cost records and prepare reports.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Oral and written communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Safety procedures

Teamwork/relationship building

Education

Associate’s degree

Equivalent training/experience in water/wastewater systems

Tools

Databases

Presentation software

Office software

Job description

This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration.

Our Core Values

We LOVE DeSoto

• L- We lift up our community
• O- We take ownership of our collective performance
• V- We value and respect all employees
• E- We empower employees to grow

The purpose of the position is to provide first line support to a work group or unit completing operational, construction or maintenance activities. This is accomplished by planning and organizing jobs; overseeing maintenance and repairs; coordinating projects between departments; and maintaining records of work performed. Other duties include training and enforcing safety regulations.

• Works as lead for a unit or group by assigning work unit tasks; scheduling equipment and services; overseeing the maintenance and repair of equipment; ensuring all safety practices are followed; and resolving unexpected problems;
• Schedules and assigns activities by reviewing and scheduling priorities; reviewing, recording, and filing work orders; and referring jobs for contract work;
• Strives for safe work environment by scheduling and attending training; scheduling safety meetings; ensuring safety equipment and risk practices are followed; and filing claims as they occur;
• Maintains records by entering work information; recording maintenance activities; and tracking job costs; and
• Performs other assigned duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK

• Associate’s degree;
• Four (4) years of related work experience on a crew in construction or maintenance of water and wastewater systems;
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and
• Valid Driver’s License.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Possession of a valid Texas Class A or Class B driver’s license with good driving record and ability to maintain while employed;
• Possession of TCEQ-issued Class C Water Distribution Certificate or higher;
• Possession of TCEQ-issued Class II Wastewater Collection Certificate or higher.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Position is subject to callback.

• Knowledge of City policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of methods, materials and techniques used in the construction and maintenance of water and wastewater systems;
• Knowledge of standard safety processes, work gear and procedures;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skill in the operation and use of standard office software which includes databases and presentation programs, along with standard Microsoft products;

• Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing; and
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials;
• Ability to operate heavy equipment;

• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with City administration, other employees, and the general public.