Utilities Crew Chief (Public Works)

Baltimore County; Maryland; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore County's Department of Public Works and Transportation seeks a supervisor to lead crews in maintaining and repairing water and sewer lines and related facilities.

Under general supervision, you will plan, coordinate, and monitor work, inspect completed jobs, and ensure safety procedures are followed. Candidates should have four years of relevant experience and a valid Maryland commercial driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Four years' experience in water and/or sewer maintenance, construction, or dispatch work.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, supervises, and participates in a crew or crews engaged in the installation, repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines, house connections, and manholes.
• Plans, coordinates, and supervises routine maintenance and cleaning of lines; supervises operation of line inspection units and related equipment.
• Keeps records of crew activities and prepares routine reports; coordinates safety procedures and calls for appropriate equipment and personnel.

Job description

Pay Schedule I, Grade 29, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Utilities.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Under general supervision, plans, coordinates, supervises, and participates in the maintenance, construction, inspection, cleaning, and repair of water and wastewater lines, related water and sewer system components, and other bureau facilities or supervises the Public Works Communication Center.

• Plans, coordinates, supervises, and participates in a crew or crews engaged in the installation, repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines, house connections, and manholes. Plans and lays out line excavations. Supervises the repair and repaving of affected roadways and the repair and construction of sidewalks, curbs, and gutters.
• Plans, coordinates, and supervises the routine maintenance and cleaning of lines. Supervises and participates in the operation of truck mounted roto rooter equipment, Jet-Vacs, and line inspection units. Fields and responds to complaints from the public regarding utilities operations.
• Performs estimates of time and materials required for jobs. Orders and plans for the delivery of materials. Keeps records of crew activities. Prepares routine reports.
• Supervises the Public Works Communication Center providing emergency and non-emergency assistance for all Department functions.
• Assess public works situations and supervises the dispatch of appropriate equipment and personnel. Maintains liaison with public safety personnel, utility companies, and other County agencies.
• Participates in and conducts safety related and other training exercises. Ensures crews follow established safety procedures

Examples of Other Duties

• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Required Qualifications

Four years' experience in water and/or sewer maintenance, construction, or dispatch work.

Licenses and Certificates

Some positions may require possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a commercial, class B or class A Maryland driver's license and a current Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. (License may require endorsements and/or the absence of certain restrictions.)

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Employees in this classification may be assigned to a work shift which includes nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Employees in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies, and may be required to work overtime as needed.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification entails the performance of heavy physical labor including bending, stooping, lifting, and carrying objects, and the operation of vehicles, tools, and equipment.

Duties also entail frequent travel between work sites, exposure to adverse conditions which include but are not limited to weather, pests and wooded areas.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.