What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crew Leader position at City of Tyler?
Purpose Of Position
To supervise a construction/repair crew consisting of a Semi-Skilled Laborer, a Laborer and a Truck Driver. To direct them performing minor maintenance and repairs to the water distribution and wastewater collection systems. To direct them in the installation of sewer and water taps. To direct them in the installation of new water or sewer mains. To ensure each work site is maintained in a safe manner. Typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, but must be available for rotating on-call duty, which may work after hours, weekends, and holidays.
Essential Functions
- Must be familiar with water and sewer tapping machines. Must have basic plumbing skills and be familiar with materials associated with such.
- Must be able to install D.I., PVC, C.I. and clay pipe and their appurtenances.
- Must be able to set water meters, meter boxes, and run water services from main to property.
- Must be able to install, replace and repair fire hydrants, water valves and set paving boxes.
- Must be able to use hand tools and specialty tools used in the water and sewer industry.
- Must be able to work safely without injury to self and others.
- Must be able to install, replace and repair precast concrete manholes, risers and ring/lid assemblies.
- Understand and direct the setup of traffic control devices and road closures.
- Must be able to run power equipment including gas powered compaction packers, gas powered cut-off saws, hydraulic saws, hydraulic jack hammers, hydraulic pumps, air tools, jack hammers, impact wrenches, etc.
- Must be able to operate a forklift, backhoe, loader and trac-hoe as needed.
- Must be able to read, write, and understand the English language and communicate with customers and coworkers. Read construction plans and complete materials estimates.
- Cut concrete, ductile iron pipe, PVC pipe, clay pipe and cast-iron pipe. Pour and finish concrete.
- Record keeping and paperwork.
- Respond to emergency calls after normal working hours if needed.
- Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time. Must be able to safely lift, carry, push, and pull up to 100-lbs. Must be able to bend, stoop, and kneel for short periods of time.
- Must be able to work in inclement weather.
- Other duties as assigned.
The City of Tyler will accept two years of relevant experience in place of each year of college required in the job description. Four years of relevant experience will be considered in place of an Associate's Degree, and eight years of relevant experience will be considered in place of a Bachelor's Degree. Any experience required in the Minimum qualifications is in addition to years of experience substituted for a degree.
The City of Tyler supports a policy of a drug and alcohol free workplace. All candidates are subject to pre-employment testing, which may include, but is not limited to, Drug and Alcohol Screenings, Work Fitness Evaluation, Criminal Background Check, and Consumer Report/Credit Check. No person under eighteen (18) years of age will be employed in any regular full-time position. Persons under eighteen (18) years of age may be employed in temporary or regular part-time positions, if they furnish the City with a minor's release(Form 2-2)and are approved by the City Manager. No person under eighteen (18) years of age will be employed in any position requiring the operation of a City motorized vehicle.
Salary : $20 - $33
