Heavy Equipment Crew Leader

City of Garland; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Garland is seeking a Supervisor for maintenance and reconstruction of pavement and related infrastructure. This role involves leading a crew, ensuring safety, and operating heavy equipment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience in supervising staff and working with construction equipment. Preference will be given to individuals with a valid Class A Texas license. This position may require work during nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• 1 year in supervisory experience.
• 4 years related experience operating heavy construction equipment.
• Skills in maintenance and minor repairs to equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew for maintenance and reconstruction.
• Ensure safety and training for assigned staff.
• Operate heavy equipment for construction activities.

Skills

Knowledge of street maintenance

Effective written and oral communication

Conflict resolution

Ability to operate heavy equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Class C Texas driver license

Class A Texas Commercial driver license with Tanker endorsement

Job description

Summary

Leads a crew of workers for the maintenance and reconstruction of pavement and related infrastructure. Coordinates assignments, recordkeeping, equipment and inventory for all activities performed by crews. Serves as the first line in supervisory responsibility in the department’s leadership hierarchy.

Pay Range: (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for technical oversight of assigned staff by directing on-site street maintenance and construction activities as the lead worker.
• Collaborate with supervisors to coordinate, organize and issue daily work assignments for assigned crew workers.
• Responsible for various recordkeeping related to daily work activities (equipment, labor, materials, safety).
• Actively participates in daily work activities.
• Operate various heavy equipment to support construction and maintenance activities.
• Leads training and cross‑training for staff to maximize effectiveness in project delivery.
• Ensure all plans, materials, tools, and supplies are available for crew members for efficient production.
• Ensure proper care of equipment, vehicles, and tools at project sites, and maintain and repair equipment and tools.
• Promptly and professionally addresses resident concerns; manages customer complaints using the designated work order management systems.
• Takes a primary role in safety for assigned staff including work zone safety, equipment safety, and health safety.
• Assists in the planning, layout, installation, and inspection of traffic control devices for assigned projects.
• Attends various meetings related to department operations; may be assigned to special projects or committees.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays to support special events, respond to natural disasters, critical incidents, and other emergencies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• 1 year in supervisory experience.
• 4 years related experience operating heavy construction equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience as a heavy equipment operator.
• 2 years or more of experience in a supervisory role in an operations environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of street maintenance, repair and construction methods and practices.
• Considerable knowledge of safety principles, practices and procedures relevant to the construction industry.
• Considerable knowledge of operating and maintaining heavy equipment.
• Ability to work effectively with people to accomplish project goals.
• Ability to perform labor for extended periods, under varying environmental conditions.
• Skill in effective written and oral communication.
• Ability to maintain written records, place orders for materials, and prepare reports.
• Skill in resolving conflicts in a professional manner.
• Ability to understand and implement verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to equipment.
• Ability to plan and coordinate work site activities.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Class C Texas driver license.
• Valid Class A Texas Commercial driver license with Tanker endorsement or the ability to obtain within six months of hire.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The incumbent works in an outside environment; frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more several times daily.