Drainage Utility Lead — Repair Crew

Amarillo; Amarillo, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 61,992,000 - 66,125,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Amarillo is seeking a Drainage Utility Foreperson (Repair Crew) to supervise a small crew in maintaining the storm water drainage system. The role combines field supervision with equipment operation and safety oversight.

The Foreperson will train staff, order materials, and ensure compliance with traffic control and safety regulations. A Class A CDL is required, with additional heavy equipment experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three (3) years experience in utility/storm drainage construction, or maintenance, or similar work preferred.
• Experience with confined space safety regulations and procedures desirable.
• Completion of 16 hours training in traffic and barricading procedures during probationary year.
• Completion of 16 hours training in confined space entry and recovery safety procedures during probationary year.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a small pipe repair crew including utility workers, truck drivers and a utility operator.
• Oversees pipe repair, construction and maintenance activities.
• Maintains equipment and tools under direction; trains new employees.
• Organizes and schedules pipe repair and construction activities; orders materials.
• Ensures safety and compliance with work zone traffic control procedures.

Skills

Verbal/written communication

Data entry

Safety awareness

Confined space safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Class A CDL

Heavy equipment operation

Traffic barricading knowledge

Job description

The City of Amarillo is seeking a Drainage Utility Foreperson (Repair Crew) to supervise a small crew in maintaining the storm water drainage system. The role combines field supervision with equipment operation and safety oversight.

The Foreperson will train staff, order materials, and ensure compliance with traffic control and safety regulations. A Class A CDL is required, with additional heavy equipment experience preferred.