Waste Water - Crew Leader

Water Otter Job Board; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Water Otter Job Board is seeking a Supervisor for the Water/Wastewater crew in Lancaster. You will oversee field work, supervise 1–4 staff, and ensure safety and compliance while coordinating with the Foreman.

The role requires CDL B, water/wastewater licenses, and the ability to respond to incidents on a 24/7 on-call basis. Training and documentation duties are included as part of daily operations.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Valid CDL Class B and state water/wastewater licenses.
• Confined Space Attendant Certification preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise 1–4 crew members in water/wastewater field tasks to ensure objectives are met.
• Oversee operation, maintenance, and repair of water/wastewater mains and services.
• Log work orders, bypasses, leaks, and main breaks; coordinate with Foreman.
• Handle customer complaints related to leaks or sewer issues and document resolutions.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Field operations

Education

CDL Class B

Water License Class C

Wastewater Collection License Class II

Confined Space Attendant Certification

Job description

Job Description

Summary

Supervises the Water/Wastewater crew by performing the following duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervises 1-4 individuals on the water/wastewater crew out in the field to ensure all work tasks and objectives are completed as planned and required.
• Performs work in the operation and maintenance of the water/wastewater collections and distribution with a high level of responsibility.
• Has a working knowledge of the City of Lancaster's water/wastewater system.
• Logs work orders, water bypasses, leaks, and main breaks.
• Oversees and assists in the installation, maintenance, repair, or replacement of water/wastewater mains or services.
• Resolves customer complaints due to water leaks or sewage stoppages.
• Trains employees in the proper operation, maintenance, installation, and repair of the water and wastewater systems.
• Helps locate water and sewer lines for other utilities.
• Enters confined spaces using gas measuring systems.
• Performs some administrative work in connection with processing records on pump age, inventory control, and daily records.
• Works in collaboration with Foreman, keeping the Foreman informed as various work tasks and situations arise.
• Available for 24 hours per day, 7 days a week unscheduled, on call status pending a water/waste water response situation.
• Assigned as primary on-call responder once per month as scheduled

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises employees in the Water/Wastewater. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education and/or Experience

Required:High school diploma or general education degree (GED.)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Class B (CDL) Driver's License
Class C Water License
Class II Wastewater Collection License
Confined Space Attendant Certification

The City of Lancaster offer a complete benefits packeage to full-time employees which includes: health care; paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave, retirement, longevity, tuition reimbersemet and more.

To learn more details, vist our benefits page.