Stormwater Crew Lead – Public Works

City of Harrisonburg; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement (VRS & MissionSquare)

Life insurance

Paid leave and holidays (15.5)

Job summary

The City of Harrisonburg is seeking a Crew Supervisor for Stormwater Maintenance in the Public Works Department. This full-time, on-site role leads a field crew responsible for maintaining and repairing the City's stormwater infrastructure, including BMPs, pipes, ditches, and inlets.

The supervisor plans daily work, oversees equipment operation and safety, and performs skilled tasks such as excavation and drainage repairs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 6+ years in lead/supervision of stormwater/public works/related work.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License Class B.
• Virginia VDACS Registered Technician Pesticide Applicator License.
• Virginia VDACS Right-of-Way Pest Control License or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• VDOT Basic Work Zone Safety Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Be available for rotating, stand-by and/or on-call emergency work.
• View the physical requirements of this position.

Responsibilities

• Lead a field crew responsible for maintaining and repairing stormwater infrastructure (BMPs, pipes, ditches, culverts, inlets, outfalls).
• Plan daily work and supervise equipment operation and work zone safety.
• Perform skilled tasks such as excavation, grading, drainage repairs, vegetation management, debris removal.
• Support stormwater inspections and MS4-related activities; respond to emergencies.
• Contribute to addressing drainage and flooding concerns.
• Participate in city safety, training, and compliance programs.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Field operations

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Commercial Driver's License Class B

VDACS Pesticide Licenses

VDOT Work Zone Safety Certification

Job description

The City of Harrisonburg is seeking a Crew Supervisor for Stormwater Maintenance in the Public Works Department. This full-time, on-site role leads a field crew responsible for maintaining and repairing the City's stormwater infrastructure, including BMPs, pipes, ditches, and inlets.

The supervisor plans daily work, oversees equipment operation and safety, and performs skilled tasks such as excavation and drainage repairs.