Construction - Lead Supervisor - Water Distribution

Water Distribution, 701 E. Hwy 80, Abilene, Texas, United States of America Req #1081

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Monday, August 12, 2024

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision to function as the onsite crew supervisor over a crew of three to six employees. This position functions as a working supervisor, therefore, the lead supervisor must be familiar with all aspects of the assigned activities.

Responsible for evaluating situations and making appropriate decisions based on the circumstances.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

This position has direct supervision over the assigned work crew.

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Plan routine work and maintenance for the crew.
• Manage and organize priorities, focusing on immediate needs and report status updates.
• Maintain communication with the immediate supervisor regarding the progress of projects and assignments.
• Ensure the safety of employees and maintain a safe work environment at all worksites.
• Oversee projects and project completion.
• Manage project schedules to ensure on-time completion.
• Train the crew and set a good example for new employees.
• Operate all of the following : backhoe, loader, dump truck, air compressor, vacuum truck / machine.
• Coordinate work assignments with the Water Distribution System Maintenance team.
• Responsible for the daily reporting, ensuring its accuracy, completeness, and that it is turned in at the proper time.

OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES

Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of :

• Methods, materials, practices and equipment used in the completion of the assigned work.
• Occupational hazards involved and standard safety precautions necessary in performing needed work.
• Location and general characteristics of the assigned system.
• Principles of plumbing and hydraulics as related to work.
• Safe driving principles and practices.

Skill to :

• Work alongside the crew and perform as a working supervisor.
• Operate and care for a variety of tools and equipment used in water distribution system maintenance and repair activities.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle.

Ability to :

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
• Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
• Lead, manage, and perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.

Experience and Training Guidelines

For positions with more than one level, all listed requirements at the lower levels are required at the higher levels. Any combination equivalent to experience and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities may be obtained through :

Experience :

Three (3) years of experience in water distribution, maintenance, and repair work is required.

Education / Training :

A high school diploma or GED is required.

License or Certificate :

A valid Texas Class A CDL driver’s license is required. A Class C Distribution license or must hold a current unexpired D Water license and is required to obtain and maintain a Class C Distribution License within two (2) years of employment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regular and punctual attendance is required.
• Ability to work late in order to complete a task or project.
• Exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, confining work space, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards.
• Ability to travel to different sites.

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment :

With or without accommodation, the X indicates the overall strength demand of the position during a typical workday :

Sedentary lifting of no more than 10 pounds

Light lifting no more than 20 pounds; carrying up to 10 pounds

Medium lifting no more than 50 pounds; carrying up to 25 pounds

X Heavy lifting no more than 100 pounds; carrying up to 50 pounds

Very Heavy team lifting over 100 pounds; carrying more than 50 pounds

Physical Demand Codes :

The following describes whether or not the position is expected to exert the physical demands listed during a typical workday as well as the overall frequency of the task :

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