Team Leader - Water Transmission

Great Lakes Water Authority; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan and Retirement Health

Team member discount programs

Job summary

Great Lakes Water Authority in Detroit, MI is seeking a Team Leader for Water Transmission to supervise and guide a field team, manage projects, and ensure compliance with reports and safety standards.

The role requires an Associate degree or equivalent, one year of supervisory experience, and a valid Michigan driver’s license. CDL-A with N endorsement may be required within 1 year. Shift work including nights and weekends is expected with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory or leadership experience in utility or plant setting.
• Valid Michigan Driver’s License; CDL-A with N endorsement required within 1 year.
• Ability to work irregular hours and respond to after-hour emergencies.
• Experience with reporting and records management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and plan the work assignments (i.e. manage projects, organize crews).
• Manage and direct a field team, ensure accurate records of work and timekeeping.
• Prepare reports and logs, ensure QA/QC and equipment hand-offs.
• Develop and assist in training staff and maintain a harmonious work environment.
• Provide and support an ongoing safety and injury prevention program.
• Perform shift work including day, afternoon, night, weekend and emergency assignments.

Skills

Team leadership

Project coordination

Record keeping

Safety program development

Training staff

Education

Associate degree in related field

Job description

## Team Leader - Water TransmissionApply: 6425 Huber St Detroit, MI 48211: Full time: Posted 6 Days Ago: End Date: November 7, 2026 (5 days left to apply): R26\\_0000000222**Compensation**$43.33 - $60.26(Based on Experience)**Summary**Responsible for supervising, guiding, directing, and training staff within a Great Lakes Water Authority facility or functional unit. Manage work on projects and assign and prioritize tasks. Responsible for completing all local, State, Federal and GLWA required reports.**Job Responsibilities*** Coordinate and plan the work assignments (i.e. manage projects, organize crews)* Manage and direct a team in the field, ensure accurate records of work and time keeping* Responsible for record keeping and preparing necessary reports including logs and computer files* Develop and assist in the training of organization staff and maintain a harmonious work environment.* Provide and support an ongoing safety and injury prevention program* Attend meetings* Prepare and maintain Standard Operating Procedures* Prepare performance evaluations of assigned team members* As assigned, supervise all staff within a facility or functional unit* Perform shift work which includes all day, afternoon, night, weekend, holiday and emergency assignments* Wear personal protective equipment (PPE)* Follow security policies and procedures in carrying out work duties* Perform quality assurance (QA), quality control (QC) and equipment hand-off of any operations and maintenance projects as assigned* Carry out management policy and directives* Assist in disaster preparedness* Assign shifts, work weeks, holiday coverage, etc.* Keep up to date with technology and infrastructure* Facilitate meetings* Set priorities* Track attendance* Approve purchases* Train and develop staff* Recommend operational efficiencies* Recommend and ensure GLWA policies and procedures are adhered to* Perform related work duties as assigned.**Required Education and Experience**At the time of application, applicant must: • Associate degree in related operational or functional fields, such as Applied Technology, Mechatronics, Engineering, Chemistry, or related field, from an accredited college or university; or a combination of related work experience and education may substitute for Associate Degree• A minimum of one (1) year of supervisory or leadership experience gained through progressively more responsible positions in the utility industry or plant setting**PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE*** License or Certification in related operational or functional field**Other Requirements*** Valid Michigan Driver’s License* Ability to drive a motor vehicle on all terrain* CDL required based on assignment* Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) with an “N” air brake endorsement (Required to obtain within 1 year of employment).* Ability to work irregular hours, to commute to GLWA facilities and work sites, and respond to after-hour emergencies and on-call responses**Essential Requirements****Physical Requirements:**The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.This position requires the ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, work in confined spaces, elevated locations and descend underground, lift a minimum of 50 pounds, walk, stand, or work for long periods of time, demonstrate normal color perception, hear audible alarms and detect abnormal equipment sounds; visually inspect equipment and processes at any time of the day or night, pass vision, biomechanical and baseline physical and annual fit tests, wear respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment; at specific job sites may require the ability to carry, stack, dig, shovel, hit, push, pull and other efforts that require considerable physical strength.**Environmental Working Requirements:**This position requires the ability to work in all conditions involving exposure to outside elements and seasonal weather. Work will be in an office or field environment, at remote sites or locations within the GLWA Service Area.**Benefits**Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment. This includes health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and team member discount programs. Retirement and Retirement Health Savings are effective the first day of employment. Click HERE for more information.Note: Part-Time employment is not eligible for health benefits, however, is eligible to participate in the 457 Retirement Plan.GLWA is an equal opportunity employer.