City of Lancaster, Texas is hiring: Crew Leader Water/Waste Water in Lancaster

Overview

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

• 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 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/waste water 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.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Valid Class B (CDL) Driver's License
• Class C Water License
• Class II Wastewater Collection License
• Confined Space Attendant Certification