Crew Supervisor, Water Distribution

Gulfshoresal; Alexandria, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

Short/long term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

The City of Alexandria is seeking a Crew Supervisor for Water Distribution in Central Louisiana. The role involves supervising on a shift, overseeing operations, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Minimum qualifications include five years in water distribution or treatment and Louisiana Class IV certifications; a high school diploma or GED is required. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and may need additional certifications.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in water distribution or treatment.
• Must possess and maintain valid State of Louisiana Class IV Water Distribution certification, or Class IV Water Production and Treatment certifications.
• Candidates with lesser certifications may be considered depending on work history and department needs.

Responsibilities

• Monitors work in progress and ensures compliance with standards; advises crews in techniques; reviews reports; prepares material requests.
• Oversees inventory of equipment, parts and supplies; orders materials; conducts routine safety inspections and coordinates repairs.
• Oversees and participates in inspection, construction, repair, service and maintenance of utility system lines, facilities and equipment.

Skills

Water distribution

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Crew Supervisor, Water Distribution,

Annual Salary Range: $38,987.83 - $58,460.06 Grade: 23

The City of Alexandria is seeking professional individuals to begin a career in the Water Distribution Department, located in the heart of Central Louisiana, to perform technical tasks at the supervisory level on an assigned shift performing various construction, repair, maintenance and operational activities in support of the Water Department of the City of Alexandria.

Benefits:

The City of Alexandria offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical insurance, dental and vision, short/long term disability, group and dependent life insurance, sick and vacation leave, 11 paid holidays, EAP, tuition reimbursement, wellness clinic for employees and their dependents. Retirement benefits include the City of Alexandria’s Retirement System, and a voluntary deferred compensation supplemental retirement plan.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitors work in progress and ensures compliance with established standards; advises crews in techniques and practices; reviews reports; prepares requests for materials and supplies.
• Maintains inventory of equipment, parts and supplies; orders materials and equipment needed for each job; perform routine safety inspections on equipment; coordinates needed repairs.
• Oversees and participates in the inspection, construction, repair, service and maintenance of utility system lines, facilities and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in water distribution or treatment; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.Depending on area of assignment, must possess and maintain valid State of Louisiana Class IV Water Distribution certification, or Class IV Water Production and Treatment certifications.

Necessary Requirements:

High school diploma or GED. Candidates with lesser certifications may be considered depending upon their previous work history, level of certification, and needs of the department.Such candidate(s) selected for hire must enter into a written transition plan to achieve certification as a Class IV Distribution Operator or Class IV Water Production and Treatment Operator. Will be required to obtain and maintain specialized certifications and/or training as deemed necessary.Must possess a valid driver’s license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana driver’s license at time of appointment and a valid State of Louisiana Class D driver’s license within 60 days and maintain throughout employment for this classification.

Work Hours: 40 hours per Week; may work overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Accepting applications

September 16 – 30, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. or the first 50 applications, whichever comes first

Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification.

Examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, a performance test or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants.

Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location if applicable.

** If you prefer to receive text messages regarding your application update, please include a current cell phone number on your application. **

Must include copies of driver’s license, diploma, GED, DD214, degree, etc. with application.

Civil Service Department

Ph. (318) 449- 5077 or [phone] Fax [phone], Email: [e-mail]

The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer