Public Works Crew Leader

City of Murphy; Murphy (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

TMRS retirement with 2:1 match

Paid vacation and sick leave

14 paid holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Longevity pay

Education assistance

Training and growth opportunities

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Childcare assistance

Job summary

The City of Murphy is hiring a Crew Leader to oversee field operations across water and wastewater systems, streets, and traffic control. You will direct Maintenance Workers I and II, ensure safe, compliant work, and participate in emergency responses as needed.

The position requires a strong supervisory background, relevant licenses (water distribution, wastewater collections, CDL), and a commitment to delivering reliable public services.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related construction, maintenance, and repair experience.
• 1 year of supervisory experience in public works or construction.
• Class C Water Distribution License from TCEQ required.
• Class II Wastewater Collections License from TCEQ required.
• Texas Class B CDL with Tanker Endorsement required.

Responsibilities

• Directs work activities of Maintenance Workers I and II.
• Operates and oversees vehicles, equipment, and machinery for Public Works systems.
• Reviews plans and specifications for proper installation of Public Works systems.
• Maintains equipment, vehicles, and tools and records maintenance checks.
• Sets up traffic control plans using TxMUTCD safety standards.
• Enforces city/department rules and reports violations to the supervisor.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cartegraph

Job description

The City of Murphy redefines the local government experience for its’ employees, citizens, and businesses; disrupting the perception of what municipal government is. We do this under the banner of being "One City, One Team" of public servants committed to exceptional service delivery by honoring our core values of being C.O.O.L.

• Respectful – by providing considerate and thoughtful service to a diverse City with the goal of maintaining an inclusive atmosphere that fosters collaboration and innovation.
• Professional – by being knowledgeable, competent, and efficient in service to all with the goal of maintaining high standards of behavior and work ethic while elevating each other as a Murphy team in efforts to deliver high‑quality outcomes.
• Trustworthy – by delivering service in an open, honest, and timely manner with the goal of fostering trust in all our relationships by maintaining integrity and high levels of accountability.
• Friendly – by committing to a harmonious, engaging, and positive work environment with the goal of providing exceptional service to our internal and external customers.

Are you a COOL individual looking for a COOL place to work? This might be the place for you and the COOLest job you’ve ever had!

The City of Murphy Public Works Department seeks to add a Crew Leader to its dynamic team! As our Crew Leader, you will direct and participate in the work activities of personnel performing equipment operations, technical skills and manual labor, while controlling those tasks required to perform construction, maintenance and repair of the City’s Water and Wastewater Systems, Streets and Stormwater Systems and Traffic Control Devices (Public Works Systems).

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits package
• Retirement program (TMRS) with 2:1 City match
• 3 weeks of Vacation and Sick leave per year (with additional accruals after 5 years of service).
• 14 paid holidays.
• City-paid Life Insurance at 1x your annual salary up to $100K
• City-paid disability insurance
• $7 Longevity pay
• Education Assistance Program
• Ongoing training and professional growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Childcare assistance
• A positive and collaborative work environment

Posting Closure Notice

The City of Murphy may modify, withdraw, or close any job posting at any time without prior notice. This includes removing a position from consideration once a sufficient number of qualified applicants have been received or if business needs change. We encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible to ensure consideration.

Schedule Commitment

This position works a standard schedule of Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm. MUST be able for emergency response and on‑call duties.

Pay Plan

This opportunity is FLSA non‑exempt and budgeted on Pay Grade #27. The pay plan range below is shown to represent opportunities for growth and development within this opportunity. We are seeking to hire between the Min to Mid-range of the pay grade shown dependent upon qualifications.

Min $22.11/hour

Mid $26.53/hour

Max $30.95/hour

For application support, or to check the status of your application, contact Human Resources by e‑mailing [e-mail]

• Directs work activities of Maintenance Workers I and II who perform work on the City’s Public Works Systems. Inspects work being performed by subordinates to ensure compliance with City and Department standards and policies.
• Operates and oversees all vehicles, equipment, and machinery used in the construction, installation, maintenance and repair of the City’s Public Works Systems.
• In conjunction with supervisor, reviews plans and specifications to ensure proper installation of Public Works Systems, including but not limited to, confined spaces, trenching vehicle, equipment and machinery operation, compressors and use of all pneumatic tools.
• Compiles and inputs information into Cartegraph.
• Ensures all rules, regulations, and policies of the City and Department are followed.
• Enforces all rules and regulations and reports all violations as directed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
• Observes and enforces all safety requirements involved in construction, maintenance and repair of the City’s Public Works System.
• Provides information to Supervisor and Superintendent regarding employee job performance as related to their job description.
• Uses various line locate equipment to locate and mark City infrastructure for other contractors.
• Maintains Public Works Department equipment, vehicles, and tools. Keeps records of general maintenance inspection on all equipment and vehicles. Conducts maintenance and equipment checks daily. Report damages or defects on any tool or equipment checked.
• Sets up and maintains traffic control plans utilizing safety techniques as required of the TxMUTCD.
• Identifies and informs Supervisor of potential hazards, liability exposures, problem areas, public inquiries, and the status of work activities.
• Is subject to covering/handling first-call or back‑up call when assigned.
• Assist other Departments during emergencies, i.e., after accidents, traffic control, removal of property, and during special events.
• Regular attendance at work and arrives on time.
• Ability to get along with other employees and the public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Three (3) years of related construction, maintenance, and repair of Public Works Systems experience required.
• One (1) year of supervisory experience in the Public Works or construction industry.
• Class C Water Distribution License from TCEQ required.
• Class II Wastewater Collections License from TCEQ required.
• Texas Class B Commercial Driver's License, with Tanker Endorsement required.
• Must have and maintain a good driving record in accordance with the driver standards as established by the City of Murphy policy.