Utilities Crew Lead - Water & Wastewater

City of DeSoto; Pleasant Run (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of DeSoto is seeking a maintenance professional to provide first line support to a work group completing operational, construction or maintenance activities. The role involves planning and organizing jobs; overseeing maintenance and repairs; coordinating projects between departments; and maintaining records of work performed.

Additional duties include training staff and enforcing safety regulations. The position requires a valid Texas driver's license, an associate degree, and four years of

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; 4 years of field experience in water/wastewater systems preferred.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
• TCEQ Class C Water Distribution Certificate or higher required.
• TCEQ Class II Wastewater Collection Certificate or higher required.
• Able to conduct maintenance, repair work and enforce safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew for construction or maintenance tasks and schedule activities.
• Oversee maintenance/repair of equipment and ensure safety standards.
• Coordinate projects between departments and maintain work records.
• Train staff and enforce safety regulations.
• Maintain cost records and prepare reports.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Oral and written communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Safety procedures

Teamwork/relationship building

Education

Associate’s degree

Equivalent training/experience in water/wastewater systems

Tools

Databases

Presentation software

Office software

Job description

City of DeSoto is seeking a maintenance professional to provide first line support to a work group completing operational, construction or maintenance activities. The role involves planning and organizing jobs; overseeing maintenance and repairs; coordinating projects between departments; and maintaining records of work performed.

Additional duties include training staff and enforcing safety regulations. The position requires a valid Texas driver's license, an associate degree, and four years of