Lead Utility Crew - Public Works

EmergencyMD; Friendswood (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Friendswood Department of Public Works, Utilities Division, is seeking a Crew Leader to supervise maintenance crews responsible for water and sanitary sewer infrastructure. The role includes directing daily field operations, coordinating crew assignments, and ensuring quality and on-time completion of tasks.

Responsibilities include operating and overseeing heavy and light equipment, inspecting work for safety and accuracy, and communicating with residents about issues.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of supervisory or related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CDL Class B.
• Water Distribution License Class D.
• Collection license Class 1.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision of maintenance crews.
• Operate and/or oversee heavy and light equipment.
• Inspect work for quality, safety, and completeness.
• Estimate personnel needs and assign work as needed.
• Assist in overseeing preventative maintenance and safety practices.
• Hands-on leadership in field operations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Heavy equipment operation

Safety first mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL Class B

Water Distribution License Class D

Collection license Class 1

Job description

City of Friendswood Department of Public Works, Utilities Division, is seeking a Crew Leader to supervise maintenance crews responsible for water and sanitary sewer infrastructure. The role includes directing daily field operations, coordinating crew assignments, and ensuring quality and on-time completion of tasks.

Responsibilities include operating and overseeing heavy and light equipment, inspecting work for safety and accuracy, and communicating with residents about issues.