Public Works Crew Leader

City of Quinlan, TX; Quinlan (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Quinlan, TX is seeking a Public Works Crew Leader responsible for leading crews in reading residential and commercial water meters, maintaining water/wastewater infrastructure, and supervising street and drainage projects.

Must have a high school diploma and at least two years of water operations experience. A Class C Water/Wastewater license or ability to obtain within one year is required, plus a valid Texas driver’s license. The role is full-time and locally based in Quinlan, TX.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of water and/or wastewater operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct crew in water meter reading and maintenance.
• Perform maintenance on city water and wastewater facilities and equipment.
• Operate and maintain equipment for streets, drainage, and related projects.
• Schedule work and track daily activities.
• Train and guide crew members in safety and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with City policies and safety standards.
• Assist director with project planning and reporting.
• Respond to citizen inquiries and resolve issues professionally.

Skills

Leadership

Meters reading

Equipment operation

Communication

Team supervision

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Backhoe

Jet machine

Skid loader

Hand tools

Job description

Open $20.00 - $25.50 (Hourly Wage)

Open until filled. Date posted: 9/9/2026 7:30 AM

Location: Quinlan, TX; Miles: 5mi.

A Public Works Crew Leader is responsible for: under the direction of the public works director, lead and direct other public work employees in the reading of residential and commercial water meters and record water consumption; identifying water meter equipment problems and performing water meter maintenance; provide and lead in the routine preventative maintenance and repairs on the city water and waste water facilities and equipment; perform a variety of skilled maintenance work, and operating a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair and maintenance of city streets and street drainage projects. The crew leader is expected to provide leadership and expertise to other public works employees and be able to make good decisions and provide clear directions related to most routine work orders and projects consistent with departmental procedures, City policies, safety requirements and the directions provided by the Director of Public Works.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Must possess the ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instruction.
• Must possess the ability to lead, give clear written and oral instructions and determine if activities have been completed according to those instructions.
• Must possess the ability to work under adverse climatic conditions.
• Must be able to motivate and maintain a good working relations with other employees and the general public.
• Must possess the ability to work nights and weekends.
• Must possess the ability to operate and maintain a variety of power and manual tools and equipment.
• Must possess the ability to be trained or train in the materials, methods, techniques and terminology used in maintenance and repair activities related to the city’s water/wastewater system including how repair parts are applied, including but not limited to hydrants, pumps and valves.
• Must have a basic mathematical skills.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Must have the ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures and standards to specific situations.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully to citizens, elected officials and other employees.
• Must have working knowledge of municipal water and/or wastewater systems.
• Must have basic knowledge of TCEQ rules and regulations.

Experience And Education

Must have a High School diploma or equivalent. Must have at least two years of water and/or wastewater operations experience.

License And Certificates

Must have a valid Texas Driver’s to operate all city equipment. Must hold a Class C Water/Wastewater license or have the ability to obtain within one year.

Supervision Received

Works under the general supervision of the Public Works Director.

Duties And Responsibilities

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but not limited to the following:

Lead and participate in the work of crews assigned to the construction, maintenance and repairs of the city infrastructure, streets and facilities; monitor and guide crew members to ensure the safe and effective completion of projects; work with public works director to plan, schedule and prepare for projects and activities.

Schedule work orders and assign task to crew members; record work activities at end of day; report project status to public works director or city administrator.

Assist in purchasing of required equipment, material, and other supplies.

Operate a variety of equipment such as backhoe, jet machine, skid loader, and other related maintenance and construction equipment: operate a variety of hand tools in the performance of construction and maintenance task.

Perform skilled tasks and leadership related to the completion of water main breaks, sewer repairs, street repairs and drainage of city streets.

Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints; represent the department to various citizens, vendors, and agencies.

Perform preventative maintenance and up keep on equipment; inspect equipment, tools and vehicles.

Assist the public works director evaluate the performance of crew members. Train and guide personnel in performance of work activities and operation of equipment and vehicles.

Perform all assigned task while adhering to safety standards; work to remove any unsafe working conditions; assist with set-up of traffic cones and barriers as needed. Ensure that work crews are following all safety standards.

Assist in community service by supervising various temporary crew members and or community service workers.

Assist public works director in samples and reports.

All other assigned task as directed by public works director or city administrator