Water Maintenance Crew Lead — Field Operations

City of Greensboro, NC; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Greensboro Water Resources Department seeks a Crew Supervisor (Water Maintenance) to lead field crews responsible for maintaining the city's water distribution and wastewater collection systems. The role blends hands-on technical knowledge with strong leadership to keep critical infrastructure operating safely and reliably.

You will oversee taps, renewals, and rehabilitation projects, enforce safety standards, and coordinate daily field activities while adapting to changing

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of experience in Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection systems.
• Valid Driver's license.
• Grade B NC WTFO Distribution System, or Grade 2 NC AWWA Collection System certification, or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support crews maintaining the City's water distribution and wastewater systems.
• Plan and complete work using knowledge of the City's collections and distribution systems.
• Oversee taps, renewals, replacements, and rehabilitation of infrastructure.
• Ensure safety standards and city policies are followed.
• Apply knowledge of confined-space entry, trenching, shoring, SDS, and OSHA standards as needed.
• Make routine field decisions and coordinate with supervisors and crew members.
• Communicate work assignments and operational needs clearly to the team.
• Promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Coordinate daily field activities and adapt to changing conditions and priorities.
• Work outdoors and support reliable operation of water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Report to work during inclement weather as required.

Skills

Valid Driver's license

Team leadership

Safety-focused

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Grade B NC WTFO Distribution System, or Grade 2 NC AWWA Collection System

Job description

The City of Greensboro Water Resources Department seeks a Crew Supervisor (Water Maintenance) to lead field crews responsible for maintaining the city's water distribution and wastewater collection systems. The role blends hands-on technical knowledge with strong leadership to keep critical infrastructure operating safely and reliably.

You will oversee taps, renewals, and rehabilitation projects, enforce safety standards, and coordinate daily field activities while adapting to changing