Water Field Operations Lead – Crew Management

City of Fort Worth; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Pension Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The City of Fort Worth Water is hiring Water Field Operations Crew Leaders to oversee teams responsible for the construction, maintenance, and repair of the city’s water distribution systems. This role combines leadership with hands-on work in the field.

You’ll supervise crews, manage complex repairs, and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to high standards, including isolating leaks, coordinating emergency response, and keeping teams on task.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• TCEQ Water Distribution Class C license or higher required.
• Texas Class A CDL with acceptable driving record required.
• Minimum four years hands-on water/wastewater field ops experience.
• Minimum one year supervisory/crew leadership experience.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather and lift up to 100 lbs.
• Overtime, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotation may be required.
• Pass physical, drug screen, and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead Crews: direction, oversight, and support for field crews on water distribution projects.
• Ensure safe, efficient operation of essential water systems and compliance with standards.
• Oversee installation, repair, and maintenance of mains, valves, hydrants, pumps, and taps.
• Monitor work quality and ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Perform complex hands-on tasks and provide technical guidance to the crew.
• Promote safety and provide on-the-job training for team members.
• Document operations and maintain detailed records and reports.
• Respond to emergencies to minimize service disruption.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

TCEQ Water Distribution Class C license

Texas Class A CDL

Minimum four years experience in water/wastewater ops

Minimum one year supervisory experience

Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather

OT/nights/weekends/holiday availability

Tools

GIS

Maximo

Job description

The City of Fort Worth Water is hiring Water Field Operations Crew Leaders to oversee teams responsible for the construction, maintenance, and repair of the city’s water distribution systems. This role combines leadership with hands-on work in the field.

You’ll supervise crews, manage complex repairs, and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to high standards, including isolating leaks, coordinating emergency response, and keeping teams on task.