Utility Maintenance Crew Leader

Athens Clarke County; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Athens–Clarke County Government seeks a Sewer Maintenance Crew Leader to supervise and participate in inspecting and maintaining water and sewer lines, including operating a combo truck and reading blueprints. This role requires supervisory experience and proficiency with heavy equipment.

Responsibilities include coordinating construction, maintenance, and repair activities, plus ensuring safety and compliance. An emergency position with 24/7 on-call duties is involved.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of pipeline construction, equipment operation, plumbing, or related experience or equivalent.
• Must possess or obtain a Georgia CDL within six months from date of hire.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain Georgia Department of Transportation Flagging certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and evaluates assigned staff, directs work assignments, counseling and disciplining employees.
• Operates equipment such as front-end loader, dump truck, backhoe, sewer rodding machine.
• Assists in installing sanitary sewer pipes, constructing manholes, and laying pipe.
• Cleans roadways of mud and debris due to water main breaks or leaks.
• Responds to emergency and stand-by calls on a 24-hour basis.

Skills

Sewer maintenance

Equipment operation

Blueprint reading

Supervisory experience

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Georgia CDL within 6 months

Tools

Front-end loader

Dump truck

Backhoe

Sewer rodding machine

Job description

REPORTS TO

Senior Construction and Maintenance Supervisor

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt

CLASSIFICATION

Personnel System - Requires satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period.

PAY GRADE

113

SAFETY SENSITIVE

Yes - CDL; Subject to random drug testing per the Athens-Clarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance.

Purpose of Job

The purpose of this job is to operate equipment and perform supervisory/manual work functions associated with inspecting and/or cleaning sewer lines and manholes. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, supervising and participating in the operation of combo truck, reading and interpreting blueprints, operating/maintaining equipment, assisting in installing, repairing, and maintaining water/sewer mains and lines, supervising assigned staff and performing additional tasks as assigned.

When assigned to Fixture Adjustment

The purpose of this job is to perform supervisory/manual work functions associated with coordinating the construction, maintenance and repair of water gate valve boxes and sanitary sewer manholes and the flushing of the public water distribution system. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: supervising and participating in installation, maintenance, and repair of water and sewer gate valve boxes and sanitary sewer manholes; reading and interpreting blueprints; operating heavy equipment; maintaining records; supervising assigned staff; and performing additional tasks as assigned.

Job Related Requirements

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday, 6:30 am - 5:00 pm (10 hour shifts). Subject to call back 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. On call every six weeks.

May be required to work on religious holidays.

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Must work cooperatively with others.

When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.

Emergency Position

This position is designated as an emergency position that requires your attendance at work under all types of emergency conditions. Some examples of emergencies include inclement weather, utility failure, fire or other forced evacuations or as determined by the Manager. High school diploma or equivalent with one year of pipeline construction, equipment operation, plumbing, or relatedexperience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides therequisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.

Must possess a valid driver's license.

One year of supervisory experience required.

Must possess or the have ability to obtain a valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License within six months from dateof hire.

Must possess or have the ability to obtain Georgia Department of Transportation Flagging certification.

Vocational Training in Water/Wastewater Management preferred

Job Duties

Supervises and evaluates assigned staff, handles all employee concerns, directing work assignments, counseling and disciplining employees when necessary, and completing employee appraisals.

Operates equipment such as a front-end loader, dump truck, backhoe, sewer rodding machine, etc, based on assignment.

Assists in installing sanitary sewer pipes, constructing manholes, and laying pipe.

Cleans roadways of mud and debris due to water main breaks or leaks.

Gathers materials and supplies used in daily activities.

Performs minor repairs on equipment.

Responds to emergency and stand-by calls on a 24-hour daily basis.

Reads and interprets sewer maps.

Prepares and/or receives various forms, reports or other documents; processes and forwards as appropriate.

Responds to routine requests for information from officials, employees, members of the staff, the public or otherindividuals.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

When assigned to Fixture Adjustment

Locates leaks in water and sewer lines; locates mains and service lines for other utilities.

Repairs road cuts necessitated by fixture maintenance and repairs.

Performs landscaping, masonry brick laying, clearing right-of-way, asphalt patching, seeding and mulching.

Operates a variety of vehicles, equipment and tools as required (e.g., backhoe, front end loader, winch truck, roller, tandem dump truck, tamp, trenchers, bush hogs, tree cutters, shoring equipment, jackhammer, chain saw, air compressor).

Directs proper setup of traffic controls.

Supervises the cleaning/maintenance of tools and equipment; performs preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.

When assigned to Sewer and Maintenance Crew Leader

Supervises and participates in the operations of a combo truck to clean sewers and manholes.

Performs preventive maintenance on combo truck.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the policies, procedures, practices and activities of the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke Countyand the operations and functions of the Sewer Maintenance Crew Leader.

Knowledge of practices, policies, and procedures as necessary in the completion of daily responsibilities.

Knowledge of all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the job.

Knowledge of the terminology used within the department.

Knowledge of Athens-Clarke County policies and procedures pertaining to the repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines and mains,repair and maintenance of water and sewer fixtures,and of other procedures and methods as required in the performance of duties.

Knowledge of the location of sewer lines and mains.

Skill in the construction, maintenance and repair of sewer lines and mains.

Skill in operating various machinery and equipment including a front-end loader, dump truck, backhoe, sewerrodding machine, jackhammer, etc.

Skill in the use of such tools such as a sewer rod, cutter, air compressor, pipe saw, and metal detector.

Skill in operating a combo truck.

Fixture Adjustment: Skill in maintenance and repair of water and sewer lines and fixtures, and in standard masonry practices.

Ability to keep abreast of any changes in policy, methods, operations, budgetary and equipment needs, etc., as theypertain departmental operations and activities.

Ability to develop and administer policies, procedures, plans and activities and to monitor performance ofsubordinates against measured and established goals.

Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, and other staff members.

Ability to use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations.

Ability to handle mathematical calculations.

Ability to plan, organize and/or prioritize daily assignments and work activities.

Ability to comprehend and apply regulations and procedures of the department.

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Physical Requirements

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipmentincluding a front-end loader, dump truck, backhoe, sewer rodding machine, sewer rod, cutter, air compressor, saw,jackhammer, metal detector, etc. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting,fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motion. May be exposed to such as diseases,toxic chemicals, raw sewage, inclement weather, etc. Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those of heavy work.

Data Conception

Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, structural,or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.

Interpersonal Communication

Requires the ability to hear, speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving assignments and/or directions from co-workers, assistants or supervisors.

Language Ability

Requires the ability to read a variety of maps, informational documentation, directions, instructions, methods and procedures. Requires the ability to prepare reports, forms, etc., using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style. Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control, and confidence.

Intelligence

Requires the ability to learn and understand basic principles and techniques; to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation; and to make independent judgment in the absence of management.

Verbal Aptitude

Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of administrative or technical languages including terminology related to mechanical engineering and plumbing.

Numerical Aptitude

Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide.

Form/Spatial Aptitude

Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with a variety of machinery and equipment including a front-end loader, dump truck, backhoe, sewer rodding machine, sewer rod, cutter, air compressor, saw, jackhammer, metal detector, etc.

Motor Coordination

Requires the ability to coordinate hands, fingers, and eyes accurately in using equipment.

Manual Dexterity

Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as automated machinery and equipment, hand tools, mechanic tools, power tools, and pipe/fitting supplies. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have moderate levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

Color Discrimination

Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.

Interpersonal Temperament

Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency.

Physical Communication

Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear).

ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Leah Jagatic, HR Coordinator, Human Resources, 762-400-6370 or [e-mail].