Job Description
Posting number: B274130-1
Department: Utilities (41/42)
Division: Transmission & Distribution
Job classification: Utility Systems Crew Leader, 207
Posting type: Open
Categories: Utilities
Summary
Leads assigned crew members and coordinates daily activities. Maintains pumps, motors, and transmissions; performs minor plumbing. Follows preventive maintenance schedules. Locates and repairs broken water main lines, water taps, fire hydrant, and water valves.
Examples of duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
- Supervises field crew, including recommendation for training and performance evaluations; enacts personnel actions to ensure productivity and that quality standards are maintained.
- Responsible for overseeing the various construction projects, preventive and corrective maintenance of the various conveyance and control mechanisms utilized in the water distribution and sanitary sewer systems.
- Maintains records of various materials used in field operations on a daily basis.
- Ensures maintenance and repairs of all equipment utilized in the daily field operations are scheduled and performed accordingly.
- Oversees the daily field activity and ensures activity is performed in an efficient and safe manner.
- Inspects all mechanical, electrical, and automotive equipment for any signs of water; performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs including replacing belts, oil seals and bearings, light bulbs, blown fuses, small electrical motors, electrical outlets, etc.
- Reports all failures to the immediate supervisor.
- Lubricates all mechanical and automotive equipment, pumps, motors, gear boxes, etc; checks and changes oil at routine intervals.
- Keeps records of all equipment serviced and replaced; maintains parts inventory; orders parts and supplies.
- Repairs other equipment such as water pumps, televising equipment, chemical feeders, plumbing, etc.
- Carries out the City's Customer Service Plan.
- Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
- Respond to emergency and after hour calls.
- Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
- Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
- Knowledge of job-specific tools and equipment
- Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including computers and applicable software
- Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Skills and Abilities:
- Skill in the operation of valve exercise machines.
- Skill in organization and time management
- Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
- Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
- Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
- Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
- Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
- Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
- Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Effort Requirements
Position will have the following exposures
- Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
- Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
- Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
- Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Work Environment Locations
Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Sometimes
Frequently
- Office or similar indoor environment
- Warehouse environment
Often
- Outdoor environment
- Street environment (near moving traffic)
- Construction site
- Vehicles
Exposures
Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Seldom
- Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
Sometimes
- Individuals with known violent backgrounds
- Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
- Communicable diseases
- Fumes or airborne particles
Frequently
- Individuals who are hostile or irate
Often
- Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
- Moving mechanical parts
- Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
Travel
Position will require the employee to travel
Never
Seldom
Sometimes
Often
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- At least one (1) year of general experience. Experience in maintenance/laborer/groundskeeper experience is preferred. Supervisory capacity experience is preferred.
Supplemental information
Required License or Certifications:
- A valid Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL) class A is required.
As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
