What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pump Stations Crew Leader position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Pump Stations Crew Leader
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
PUBLIC UTILITIES
Division
PUB UTIL M&O WSTWTR PUMP
Requisition Number
2025521
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 a.m.
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement
O - Occasional
Pay Grade
GE09
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$49,373 – $65,419/annually
- Starting salary based on experience and qualifications
Job Description
Are you mechanically inclined? Are you great at inspiring employees to improve their skills? We want you! The Maintenance and Operations Division of Chesapeake Public Utilities has an opening for Crew Leader.
Pump Station Crew Leaders are responsible for wet well maintenance in the Pump Station Division as well as implementing training, skill development, and all safety compliance of crews.
Pump Station Crew Leaders are responsible for wet well maintenance in the Pump Station Division as well as implementing training, skill development, and all safety compliance of crews.
- As a Crew Leader, the main activity is the repair and maintenance of Chesapeake’s Pump Stations wet well infrastructure and monitor operation of pump stations. Monitor and maintain the condition of pump stations and the repair of other sewer and pump-station infrastructure as assigned. The Crew Leader upholds Chesapeake’s customer service CARES standards when interacting with customers and teams in the field.
- Crew Leader operates and directs the use of a variety of specialized motor equipment to support City operations such as pumping, hauling, wet well cleaning and other specialized operations. Accountable for maintaining the required tool inventory on their assigned work vehicle.
- Crew Leader administrative responsibilities include the development and execution of a pump stations maintenance schedule; monitor and review work assignments and secure resources required such as labor, materials, tools, and equipment to complete work assignments. Completing various logs, timecards, and monthly reports. Assist with budgets and inventory as instructed. Perform basic office tasks such as typing, filing, faxing, phoning, and copying in support of your own tasks. Requires basic computer skills in Word and Excel. Performs supervisory functions such as interviewing and recommending selection of personnel: assigning and evaluating work; counseling and discipline. Attends staff meetings, training sessions, seminars, conferences, and classes to exchange information and improve skills.
Requires exceptional willingness and ability to mentor others and assist other crews as assigned.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires high school diploma or GED. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards.
This position requires a Class A CDL upon hire and a tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards.
This position requires a Class A CDL upon hire and a tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications
Supervisory experience
2 years’ experience in Pump Station repairs and maintenance.
Familiarity with basic data entry relating to work order systems.
2 years’ experience in Pump Station repairs and maintenance.
Familiarity with basic data entry relating to work order systems.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
11/20/2025
Job Close Date
12/09/2025
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Performance of essential functions may require exposure to confined spaces.
This position requires a Class A CDL upon hire and a tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire.
Drug Screening: MARIJUANA
This position requires a Class A CDL upon hire and a tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire.
Drug Screening: MARIJUANA
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Walking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount
Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Carrying
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Carrying Weight
Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Reaching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Handling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Kneeling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crawling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Twisting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Climbing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Balancing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Basic hand tools and portable electric tools
Trailer mounted equipment
Heavy equipment
Computer and basic office equipment such as phone and copier, etc.
Trailer mounted equipment
Heavy equipment
Computer and basic office equipment such as phone and copier, etc.
Protective Equipment Required
Basic Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Hard Hat
Gloves
Steel Toe Boots
Traffic Vest and Cover (Pants)
Safety Glasses
Hard Hat
Gloves
Steel Toe Boots
Traffic Vest and Cover (Pants)
Safety Glasses
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
D = Daily
Chemical Hazards
N = Never
Electrical Hazards
D = Daily
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
M = Several Times Per Month
Physical Danger or Abuse
N = Never
Other
D = Daily
If Other, Description
Required to enter permit required confined spaces.
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures
S = Seasonally
Noise and Vibration
D = Daily
Fumes and Odors
W = Several Times Per Week
Wetness/Humidity
S = Seasonally
Darkness or Poor Lighting
M = Several Times Per Month
Primary Work Location
Outdoors
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Other
N = Never
If Other, Description
Even though Chemical, Electrical, Fire, Explosive, and Communicable Diseases are listed as Never due to restrictions of the computer program - it is more accurate to say they are Seldom and Rarely encountered.
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
Yes
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
Salary : $49,373 - $65,419
