CREW LEADER - WASTEWATER

City of Oakland Park; Oakland Park (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Oakland Park is seeking a working crew leader for the Public Works – Wastewater Division. This role supervises crews, coordinates maintenance and repair activities, and ensures efficient utility operations.

The candidate will oversee safety, equipment use, and daily records, while serving as a lead worker in a fast-paced municipal environment. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years of lead experience in fleet or water/wastewater operations, Florida Class B license,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 3+ years in Fleet/Water/Wastewater leading work crews.
• Florida Class B Driver’s License and Level 3 Distribution System Operator License required; additional certifications may be needed.
• On-call duties including nights, holidays and weekends may be required.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily supervision of division crews engaged in operations, maintenance, and repair.
• Coordinate utilization of labor, equipment, parts, materials, and supplies for projects.
• Respond to public inquiries and emergencies; ensure timely resolution and safe operations.
• Enforce safety standards and promote hazard awareness among crew members.
• Supervise operation of equipment, tools, and vehicles; train subordinates in safe practices.
• Maintain records of labor, equipment, materials, and service components; assist in monthly reports.

Skills

Staff supervision

Safety training

Equipment operation

Verbal & written instructions

OSHA compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Florida Class B Driver’s License

Level 3 Distribution System Operator License

Job description

PUBLIC WORKS – WASTEWATER DIVISION

POSITION:

Employees in this classification perform technical and highly skilled work in the capacity of a working crew leader in an assigned City Division. Division assignments for this classification include: Water, Wastewater, and Fleet. These duties include the direct daily supervision of personnel and coordination of their operation, maintenance, repair and service activities. The purpose of the work is to ensure the timely accomplishment of technical work orders and tasks for continuing efficient City fleet and utility operations. Essential job duties, as outlined below, are performed according to the specific functions of division of assignment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

The list of duties and functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Assigns, instructs, and coordinates activities of division crews engaged in operations, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Oversees the effective utilization of labor, equipment, parts, materials, and supplies assigned to specific projects.
• Receives inquiries and complaints from the public and coordinates timely resolution; responds to emergencies involving the work and responsibilities of the Division.
• Assures employee adherence to established safety standards and promotes awareness of the exposures and potential hazards of the work.
• Coordinates and supervises the operation of all equipment, power tools, and vehicles.
• Trains subordinates in safe and proper operational practices, procedures, and techniques.
• Maintains records of labor, equipment, materials, parts and service components used and other essential data records specific to the Division; assists the Foreman in preparation of monthly reports as directed.
• Performs skilled and technical work and operates assigned equipment, tools or vehicles as needed.
• Monitors work in progress and assists as needed; provides guidance and instruction in the more complex aspects of the work.
• Tests and inspects completed projects/tasks for adherence to work orders, job specifications, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Requires regular attendance to scheduled work shifts.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Substantial knowledge and skill in principles and methods of operating assigned equipment.
• Ability to give clear and specific verbal or written instructions as well as to understand and follow verbal or written instructions.
• Ability to supervise groups of employees under field conditions.
• Communicates with co-workers, management, citizens, and others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Conforms with and abides by all departmental and City regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and regulatory issues affecting the functions of the assigned division.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The City of Oakland Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Oakland Park will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• The employee is frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must be able to operate objects, tools or controls and reach with arms and hands.
• M ust be able to remain outdoors for extended periods in high heat and humidity conditions.
• Traverse rough terrain, walk up or down stairwells, ladders, slopes or steps.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Vision ability includes close and peripheral vision, color distinction and depth perception.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment including respirator (must pass respirator test).

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED equivalent; supplemented by three (3) years progressively knowledgeable experience in the field applicable to the assigned division (e.g., Fleet Maintenance & Repair, Utilities Water/Wastewater Distribution/Collection), with experience in a lead worker capacity and demonstrated technical skills in the more complex aspects of the work. Must hold a State of Florida Class B Driver’s License and Level 3 Distribution System Operator License. Additional certification(s) may be required where applicable to the assigned division, (e.g., American Service Excellence Certifications, Water/Wastewater Field Technician, CDL B with tanker endorsement). Position may be required to be on call, including nights, holidays and weekends.