Crew Leader

Description

Position Title: Crew Leader

Division: Stormwater

Salary: $35,921.25

Hourly Rate: $17.26

Job Number: 595

Department: Engineering

Pay Grade: 12

Location: Valdosta, Georgia

Closing Date: Open until Filled

Overview

This position supervises and participates in the work of a crew of personnel engaged in the repair and maintenance of city's streets and the storm sewer system.

• Supervises and participates in the installation, maintenance and repair of drainage ditches, storm sewers, catch basins, headwalls and other stormwater structures; cleans drainage ditches, catch basins and storm pipes; installs pipes, catch basins and headwalls.

• Supervises and participates in the maintenance and repair of city streets and sidewalks; performs asphalt and concrete construction and repair work.

• Maintains records of crew time, inspections and completed work orders; completes monthly reports.

• Orders materials and equipment needed to perform projects and tasks.

• Secures bids for the replacements to tools and equipment.

• Responds to and resolves customer complaints.

• Transports tools, equipment and materials to and from work sites.

• Trains new personnel.

• Performs related duties.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of street and stormwater system maintenance principles.

• Knowledge of equipment operation principles.

• Knowledge of masonry and concrete construction principles.

• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.

• Knowledge of work safety methods.

• Knowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance principles.

• Skill in the supervision of personnel.

• Skill in the operation of a variety of job-related equipment.

• Skill in the preparation of a variety of reports.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.

• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Applications

Please complete a City of Valdosta Application form and email it to covhr@valdostacity.com to be considered for the position you are interested in applying for. An application must be submitted for each position you are interested in. A resume and cover letter may be attached as additional information only. You may apply in person at the City of Valdosta Human Resources Department, 216 East Central Avenue, Valdosta, GA 31601.

Sorry, no phone calls, please.

The City of Valdosta offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify employer. For more information, go to http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees/e-verify-overview.