Maintenance Crew Foreman

North Alamo Water Supply Corporation; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional water utility company in Edinburg seeks a Maintenance Crew Foreman to supervise construction and repair activities for water projects. Responsibilities include directing crew activities, operating heavy equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, valid Texas driver's license, and experience in a similar role. The position may require flexible hours and the ability to work in challenging conditions.

Qualifications

• At least one year prior experience as a Maintenance Crew Helper.
• Current Texas Driver License and insurable by the Corporation’s insurance.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of workers on water and waste water projects.
• Inspect work areas and determine materials and equipment to use.
• Provide guidance for crew on maintenance and repair tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic mathematics

Good judgment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Backhoe

Ditch diggers

Job description

Maintenance Crew Foreman

Status: Full Time (40 hrs per week) Reports to: Construction Superintendent Location: Corporate Office Location

Construction Department

420 S. Doolittle Road
Edinburg, TX 78542

Description of Duties

Responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of workers engaged in construction and repair of structural woodwork and equipment on water and waste water projects, new construction, or at any of the corporate facilities. Inspects work areas to determine the type of work required as well as the materials and equipment to be used on installations and layouts. Provides guidance and direction for the crew regarding projects such as shoveling and probing of areas to maintain or repair. Operates equipment such as a backhoe and ditch diggers, and directs crew members in proper use and maintenance of such. Reviews assigned job schedules for the crew, and estimates man-hours needed for completion of job assignments. Works with the Field Supervisor to monitor and enforce Safety policies. Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules. Participates in job specific training, and other various required corporate training programs; complies with federal and state regulations and all established corporate policies and procedures. Other duties as may be assigned.

Job Requirements

• A self-starting individual who possesses a High School diploma or GED and at least one year prior experience as a Maintenance Crew Helper or a related position.
• Must possess a current Texas Driver License and be insurable by the Corporation’s insurance underwriter.
• Must be able to read, write, and follow written instructions.
• Must have good communications skills to effectively present information to employees and management of the Corporation.
• Must be fluent in English (written and verbal).
• Basic mathematics skills are required (addition and subtraction of two digit numbers; multiplication and division by tens and hundreds) when calculating for monetary purposes or weight measurement.
• Must possess good judgment as well as exercise discretion in the performance of daily duties.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. during the workweek and must be on call 24 hours a day.
• Position requires the ability to work submerged in water and mud as needed in order to repair or install pipe and install or find water meters.
• Position requires the ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, and balance.
• Must have the ability to frequently life and/or move items up to 100 pounds.
• Vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level associated with this position is generally loud.

Preferences

• Prior experience working with a water supply corporation or public utility is preferred.

Application

Offers of employment will be conditioned upon successful completion of pre-employment screening tests; including (but not limited to) a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. Failure to submit a completed application may cause employment ineligibility.

To apply for any of our current job opportunities, please complete the Application for Employment as found below and submit it to our Human Resources Department via email to [e-mail]. Applications may also be submitted in person or via postal mail to our Corporate Office at 420 S. Doolittle Rd, Edinburg, TX 78542. Walk-ins are always welcome! Feel free to stop by our office to visit with our HR Team about the current opportunities available and/or to drop off an Application for Employment.

If you have any questions about any of our open positions, please contact our Human Resources Department at [phone] or via email at [e-mail]. We look forward to visiting with you about the opportunities that await you here at North Alamo Water Supply Corporation!

NAWSC Application for Employment

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation (NAWSC) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NAWSC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. NAWSC expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of NAWSC’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.