Crew Leader Water / Waste Water

Job Title

Supervises the Water / Wastewater crew by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Supervises 1-4 individuals on the water / wastewater crew out in the field to ensure all work tasks and objectives are completed as planned and required.

Performs work in the operation and maintenance of the water / wastewater collections and distribution with a high level of responsibility.

Has a working knowledge of the City of Lancaster's water / wastewater system.

Logs work orders, water bypasses, leaks, and main breaks. Oversees and assists in the installation, maintenance, repair, or replacement of water / wastewater mains or services.

Resolves customer complaints due to water leaks or sewage stoppages.

Trains employees in the proper operation, maintenance, installation, and repair of the water and wastewater systems.

Helps locate water and sewer lines for other utilities.

Enters confined spaces using gas measuring systems.

Performs some administrative work in connection with processing records on pumpage, inventory control, and daily records.

Works in collaboration with the Foreman, keeping the Foreman informed as various work tasks and situations arise.

Available for 24 hours per day, 7 days a week unscheduled, on call status pending a water / wastewater response situation.

Assigned as primary on-call responder once per month as scheduled.

Supervisory Responsibilities : Directly supervises employees in the Water / Wastewater. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education and / or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Class B (CDL) Drivers License Class C Water License Class II Wastewater Collection License Confined Space Attendant Certification

Benefits

The City of Lancaster offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees which includes : health care; paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave, retirement, longevity, tuition reimbursement and more.