Water & Wastewater Crew Lead – Field Ops & Safety

Gfoat; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat is seeking a qualified water/wastewater maintenance professional in Texas to lead crews, perform operating and maintenance duties, and ensure safety and compliance. The role requires a CDL and state licenses, with opportunities to work on diverse field projects.

Responsibilities include installing, testing, and repairing water systems; operating Vactor and related trucks; coordinating with GIS staff; and handling confined spaces as needed. A strong safety mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with two years of water/wastewater maintenance experience.
• Valid Class A CDL Texas driver’s license.
• TCEQ-issued Class C Water Distribution and Collection II Wastewater licenses or higher.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, and technical and safety guidance to crew members.
• Answer questions and provide information to the public and customers.
• Prepare a variety of reports and participate in daily operations.
• Install, test, maintain and repair water or wastewater systems.
• Operate Vactor, wash and rod trucks; assess and troubleshoot sewer systems.
• Work with GIS staff to upgrade maps; conduct restoration of excavation/repair sites.
• Perform directional flushing; operate hydraulic and electric valves and GPS equipment.
• Test and repair 3”–12” water meters.
• Enter confined spaces, manholes and lift stations; ascend towers and descend into vaults.

Skills

Leadership

Safety guidance

Technical guidance

Customer communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GPS equipment

GIS

Meter testing tools

Job description

Gfoat is seeking a qualified water/wastewater maintenance professional in Texas to lead crews, perform operating and maintenance duties, and ensure safety and compliance. The role requires a CDL and state licenses, with opportunities to work on diverse field projects.

Responsibilities include installing, testing, and repairing water systems; operating Vactor and related trucks; coordinating with GIS staff; and handling confined spaces as needed. A strong safety mindset is essential.