Sr. Crew Leader - Streets Crew

Fallschurchva; Falls Church (VA); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 83.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Pension plan

FSA

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Free parking

Zusammenfassung

The City of Falls Church is seeking a Senior Crew Leader for the Streets Crew. Based in Falls Church, VA, you will supervise Maintenance Workers performing sidewalk, asphalt, and concrete repairs, manage daily tasks, and coordinate with City departments to ensure safety and quality standards are met.

Works Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The role requires a CDL and proven leadership; the City offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifikationen

• Supervises and guides field crews on daily street maintenance tasks.
• Interprets work orders, plans, and specs to assign tasks.
• Ensures safety protocols and quality standards are met.
• Maintains accurate records of labor hours and materials used.

Aufgaben

• Plan, organize, and lead the Streets Crew daily activities.
• Coordinate with supervisors and other departments to minimize disruption.
• Inspect work in progress and upon completion for quality and safety.
• Maintain project records and report progress to management.
• Provide training and direction to crew members in proper methods.

Kenntnisse

Supervision

Team leadership

Safety procedures

Communication

Time management

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL Class A or B

Tools

MS Office

GIS mapping

CMMS

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Crew Leader: Streets CrewOnsite$64,504 - $82,718Closing Date: November 30, 2026

The Department of Public Works (DPW) is recruiting for one Senior Crew Leader to serve on the Streets Crew. A Senior Crew Leader provides supervision to a group of Maintenance Workers engaged in general maintenance, repair work, and operation of equipment. The employee will assign, inspect, and evaluate the work of semi-skilled and unskilled workers in a variety of settings in the performance of a variety of tasks on the Streets Crew. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Department of Public Works Operations Superintendent.

About the Department:

The Department of Public Works is a community partner in shaping a livable, green, and prospering City of Falls Church. We plan, build, operate, and maintain transportation systems and infrastructure that improve mobility and provide people and businesses with core public services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, coordinate, and lead the daily activities of the Streets Crew, including assigning work, establishing priorities, coordinating resources, and monitoring progress to ensure assignments and projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with City standards.
• Initiate and coordinate street maintenance and repair projects from initial assessment through completion, including evaluating site conditions, determining the scope of work, identifying labor, equipment, and material needs, and developing an appropriate work plan.
• Lead and perform the installation, construction, maintenance, and repair of sidewalks, ADA-compliant curb ramps, curb and gutter, and other concrete infrastructure within the public right-of-way and on City-owned property.
• Lead and perform asphalt maintenance and repair, including pothole repairs, pavement patching, surface preparation, placement, compaction, and finishing.
• Coordinate and perform traffic safety improvements, including installation and maintenance of flexible delineator posts (flex posts), pavement markings, and related street-safety features.
• Supervise, instruct, and train crew members in proper work methods, equipment operation, construction techniques, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Operate trucks, tractors, backhoes, and other equipment as needed to perform assigned work and support crew operations.
• Inspect work in progress and upon completion to verify quality, dimensions, accessibility requirements, workmanship, and compliance with applicable plans, specifications, and City standards. Identify deficiencies and coordinate corrective work as necessary.
• Coordinate with supervisors, other City departments, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders to communicate project requirements, resolve field issues, coordinate schedules, and minimize disruptions to the public.
• Participate in project coordination meetings, provide updates on work progress, communicate operational needs, and report issues affecting project schedules, costs, materials, or completion.
• Maintain accurate work orders and project records, including labor hours, equipment usage, materials, work performed, and completion status. Use the City’s asset management system and other applicable software to document and report work activities.
• Coordinate material requirements, equipment availability, work schedules, and other resources necessary to complete assigned projects.
• Manage assigned work through final inspection, documentation, resolution of outstanding deficiencies, and closeout of work orders or projects.
• Set up and maintain appropriate temporary traffic control, including signs, cones, and barricades, to protect workers, pedestrians, motorists, and the public during field operations.
• Assist with seasonal leaf collection, snow and ice removal, emergency response, and other departmental operations as assigned.
• Perform physical labor and other related duties as required, including working outdoors in varying weather conditions, lifting materials, and responding to emergencies and overtime assignments.
• Performs related work as required.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience in the field work of streets, concrete, asphalt, traffic control markings, earthworks, or closely related experience.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and lead field maintenance and construction projects from initial assessment through final completion.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and practices related to concrete sidewalks, ADA-compliant curb ramps, curb and gutter, asphalt pavement repairs, pothole patching, pavement markings, and traffic-safety installations.
• Ability to interpret work requests, plans, specifications, site conditions, and applicable standards to determine project requirements and appropriate work methods.
• Ability to direct crew members, assign responsibilities, monitor performance, provide instruction, and ensure work is completed safely and meets established quality standards.
• Ability to estimate labor, materials, equipment, and time required to complete assigned projects and coordinate resources accordingly.
• Ability to inspect completed work, identify deficiencies, implement corrective actions, and ensure appropriate documentation and work-order closeout.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, employees, other City departments, contractors, vendors, and members of the public.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports documenting work performed, labor hours, equipment usage, materials, project status, and completion.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, resolve routine field problems, adapt to changing priorities, and work independently within established policies and supervisory direction.
• Ability to identify opportunities to improve work processes, increase productivity, use resources efficiently, and deliver quality public services.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Seven (7) years of experience streets, concrete, asphalt, traffic control markings, earthworks experience.
• Experience and ability to perform manual labor outdoors for extended periods in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to follow oral instructions and work well with others in a team environment.
• Finalists will be administered a complete physical examination, including a drug screen as well as a criminal history background check.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B.

Preferred

• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping or similar tools to locate, review, and document public infrastructure and assets.
• Experience using Asset Essentials or another computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to manage work orders, track resources, document maintenance activities, and report work completion.
• OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour safety training, or the ability to obtain the appropriate training within 6 months of hire.
• VDOT Intermediate Work Zone Certification, or the ability to obtain certification within one year of hire.

Hours:

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Salary & Benefits:

The hiring range for this role is $64,504 - $82,718, depending on qualifications. The City offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, pension plan, deferred compensation plan, flexible spending account, life and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, free parking, credit union membership, and more. See www.fallschurchva.gov/benefits for additional information.

Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace:

The City of Falls Church is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the federal, state and/or local laws or regulations. Accommodations may be requested for applicants with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail] or 703-248-5127.Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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