Water Sewer Streets (WSS) Crew Leader

Arlington County Government; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington County Government's Department of Environmental Services seeks a Water/Sewer/Streets Crew Leader to guide sewer construction teams, manage on-site activities, and ensure safety and quality in maintenance and repair work.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience, a CDL, and strong communication, with proficiency in reporting and coordination with stakeholders. On-call duties and emergency responsiveness are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Three years of experience in public works, construction or similar trade.
• One year of trades work with leadership responsibilities.
• Possession of a valid Class B or A CDL.

Responsibilities

• Schedule crew work and provide technical feedback on sewer construction and repair.
• Direct crew on-site in technical procedures and project management.
• Ensure new team members are trained.
• Apply safety precautions and ensure tools and materials are available.
• Install and repair manholes, basins, sidewalks and pipes.
• Coordinate project completion with citizens, contractors, engineers and surveyors.
• Create reports using MS Office and log equipment/labor data.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

Leadership experience

Sewer construction knowledge

Safety compliance

Communication skills

MS Office / reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL Class B or A

Tools

Asset management systems

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Are you an experienced leader who is interested in joining an innovative organization that is highly valued by customers and our partners?

Arlington County's Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking a Water/Sewer/Streets (WSS) Crew Leader to work within the Sewer section and provide on-site leadership and technical guidance to sewer construction teams. The Sewer Construction team specializes in storm and sanitary sewer installation and repair; manhole/catch basin installation and repair; and pipe repair, installation, and replacement. The position applies their knowledge of asphalt (potholes & full depth patches) and concrete (curb and gutter, sidewalks) maintenance and installation. The WSS Crew Leader provides on-site leadership to team members on a daily basis; reports to the Trades Manager/Leader I; and may assume the role of the Trades Manager/Leader I in his/her absence.

Responsibilities

Specific duties

• Working with the supervisor daily in scheduling crew work and providing technical expertise and feedback to crew members on all areas related to sewer construction and repair work while resolving on-site issues;
• Directing crew members on-site in technical procedures involving sewer construction, construction project management, and performing back-up work as needed;
• Ensuring new team members are trained;
• Applying safety precautions, and ensuring that supplies, tools, materials and equipment are available for the job;
• Performing installation and repairs on appurtenances such as manholes, catch basins, sidewalks, ADA ramps and both sewer and storm pipes;
• Coordinating project completion by interacting with and providing information to citizens, contractors, Miss Utility locators, engineers, and surveyors;
• Utilizing asset management systems to complete administrative functions and to track and log equipment, materials, and labor for assigned tasks;
• Creating reports using MS Office;
• Responding and mobilizing the team in emergency situations, including communicating with appropriate staff;
• Interacting with citizens, contractors, Miss Utility locators, and engineers; and
• Resolving on-site problems as they arise ensuring that all safety precautions are taken.

The ideal candidate is dedicated, well organized and can respond to emergencies; has technical knowledge and experience leading the work of staff; and proven ability to perform maintenance and repairs. Strong communication skills are essential as this position involves explaining details and providing instructions. Computer skills are also critical as the crew leader will create reports, utilize the work order system and respond to emails. This position requires a dedicated individual who has good organizational, written and verbal skills.

Qualifications

Minimums

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent;
• Three years of experience in public works, construction or another trade vocation that demonstrates the ability to perform skilled manual maintenance and/or construction;
• One year of trades work that includes responsibility for providing leadership to other trades workers and/or managing trades projects; and
• Possession of a valid Class "B" or "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL). See Special Requirements section below.

Substitution

Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for up to two years of the education requirement on a year-for-year basis. Technical training may substitute for up to one year of the experience requirement on a year for year basis.

Desirables

Preference may be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following:

• Performing as a team lead in construction or maintenance operations;
• Performing daily construction, maintenance and repair in sewer construction and one other technical area;
• Using Microsoft Office to perform administrative functions such as time reporting, activity, personal injury, accident and vehicle reports;
• Experience utilizing asset management systems; and/or
• Possession of or ability to obtain the following certification: Intermediate Work Zone certification.

Special Requirements

• Applicant must possess a Class "B" or "A" commercial driver's license (CDL).
• The applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain, or the applicant must provide a copy of the applicant's official state/district driving record.
• Any offer of employment will be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.
• Prior to the time of appointment, the successful applicant must pass a pre-employment drug screening, physical and possibly a alcohol breath test. The successful applicant will be subject to random drug screening, during employment, as required by the Department of Transportation (DOT) standards and policies.
• Must work on-call duty, on a weekly rotating basis, which includes assisting the Trades Manager with preparing the on-call stand-by list.

Licenses/Certifications

Based on assignment, must have one or more of the following:

• Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Intermediate Work Zone Certification*; and
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL's typically required in Streets, Sewer and Water Maintenance sections).
• May also have an equivalent certification from another jurisdiction with the ability to get a Virginia certification within one year of the date of hire.

Safety and Personal Protective Equipment

Employees must learn and follow all safety rules and regulations pertaining to job functions, which includes attending all required safety classes and meetings in order to ensure a safe working environment and to ensure team members are practicing the required safety rules and regulations. Due to the work environment and as a condition of employment, Arlington County employees may be required to wear various personal protective equipment in the performance of their duties.

Working Conditions

• The worker performs activities outdoors.
• The worker is subject to hazards such as being near moving vehicles and mechanical parts, electrical currents, exposure to high heat, chemicals, and/or biohazardous waste.
• The worker is subject to one or more of the following conditions: fumes, odors, dusts, dirt, mists, drafts, loud noises, gases or poor ventilation, oils, and other cutting fluids.
• The worker spends long periods of time standing, crouching, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, and/or working in confined spaces and lighting light to heavy objects and equipment.
• The worker is required to wear common protective gear or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and/or hard hats.
• The worker will be required to respond to after-hour calls and emergency situations and mandatory overtime may be required on short notice.

Physical Requirements

Heavy Work

Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Information

Work Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Employee must be available for call back in emergency situations to include streets emergencies and during snow removal season. This position is considered emergency personnel.

Work is generally performed outdoors and in all types of weather conditions and near moving traffic. Some work may be performed indoors depending upon the work assignment. The work environment includes exposure to draft, noise, dust, grease, and dirt with extended periods of standing, walking, bending, stooping, and lifting light to heavy objects and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

The official title of this position is WSS Crew Leader.

In accordance with

• 19.2-392.15, applicants are not required to provide information regarding sealed arrests, charges, or convictions in response to any questions or inquiries during the hiring process.