Field Crew Leader (Stormwater & Drainage)

Harris County Flood Control District; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Harris County Flood Control District is seeking a Crew Leader to provide leadership, direction, and safety to a field maintenance team. You will ensure proper equipment and supplies are allocated to complete tasks in line with the District’s mission to maintain infrastructure.

Responsibilities include supervising crew members, delegating work, operating equipment as needed, and maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three or more years in field maintenance, mowing, landscaping, herbicide application, farming or related fields.
• One year supervisory experience in a field environment.
• Valid Class C Texas Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct a crew of field personnel, including laborers and equipment operators.
• Delegate work assignments and instructions per supervisor for program requirements (herbicide spraying, channel clearing, debris removal).
• Work alongside crew and operate equipment to meet production goals.
• Ensure trucks are loaded with proper supplies and crew wear safety equipment.
• Conduct job site safety analyses and tailgate safety talks.
• Record daily work production, complete work order forms and progress photos.
• Accept additional duties as needed to support district needs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Field operations

Equipment handling

Heavy machinery operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Weed trimmers

Machetes

Airboats

Truck & trailer loading

Herbicide application equipment

Job description

The Harris County Flood Control District is seeking a Crew Leader to provide leadership, direction, and safety to a field maintenance team. You will ensure proper equipment and supplies are allocated to complete tasks in line with the District’s mission to maintain infrastructure.

Responsibilities include supervising crew members, delegating work, operating equipment as needed, and maintaining safety standards.