NEOGOV · 4 months ago
Crew Chief - Utility Line Maintenance (ULM) (Hiring Incentive: $2,500)
Lewisville, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$53K/yr - $76K/yr
3+ years expThe City of Lewisville is seeking a Crew Chief for Utility Line Maintenance who will serve as the field supervisor responsible for directing and coordinating daily water distribution and wastewater collection maintenance activities. This role requires strong leadership skills and expert-level technical knowledge in water and wastewater systems, ensuring compliance with City standards and regulatory requirements.
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Responsibilities
Organizes, coordinates, and delegates work assignments and tasks to crew member, solves on-the-job problems, ensures that repairs are completed in a safe, timely, and efficient manner by crews, and operates equipment as needed
Monitors crew members day-to-day activities and conducts performance evaluations for each member
Ensures all construction equipment, tools, and safety equipment are kept in good working order and fabricates or repairs equipment/tools as needed
Leads and performs the installation, repair, and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection infrastructure
Determines and secures tools, equipment and materials needed to complete assigned work tasks
Ensures that proper traffic control including signs, barricades, safety equipment, etc. are in use on jobsite
Collects information to complete work orders and other reports as assigned
Provides feedback and information to appropriate person regarding status of projects and assigned work, problems and/or other areas of concern
Performs process control functions within the water and wastewater systems, to include but not limited to, collecting and analyzing chlorine residuals, proper disinfection of water distribution mains, and analyzing turbidity within the water distribution system
Performs site restoration including final cleanup of work site, adding fill material, laying sod, and repairing irrigation systems upon damage by city employees
Operates all utility-related heavy equipment including excavators, backhoes, and dump trucks, when required
Reviews work sites, assigns tasks, ensures job site safety, and inspects final work quality
Creates and maintains required documentation, such as work orders, field inspections, and compliance tracking
Acts as the primary point of contact for customers, inspectors, and other City departments on job-related matters
Provides training, mentorship, and performance feedback to ULM staff
Participates in and leads after-hours emergency response and rotating on-call coverage
Ensures compliance with TCEQ rules, OSHA safety standards, and City policies
Performs ALL other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED required
Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in water or wastewater utility maintenance
Public utility systems experience or a related field required
One (1) year of supervisory experience required
Must currently possess a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's license AND 'N' (Tanker) endorsement
Must currently possess a Class C Water (Distribution) license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
Must currently possess a Wastewater Collections I license from TCEQ
Must obtain a Wastewater Collections II license from TCEQ within 12 months of hire
Must submit to and pass a criminal background, pre-employment drug test, pre-placement medical examination, and job placement assessment (JPA)
Must possess a valid State of Texas Driver's License Class 'C' and good driving record as defined by City policy
Must possess and maintain all required licenses and certifications as a condition of continued employment
Knowledge of repairing municipal water and sewer mains; trench/shoring requirements and confined space requirements and procedures; work zone traffic control; project management techniques; methods, equipment, and safety standards related to underground utility line locating, 811 Line Locates process and procedures; TCEQ regulatory requirements, including sampling, disinfection, and line replacement standards; proper traffic control best management practices per the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD); leak detection, and sewer line inspection; equipment used in the maintenance and repair of water and wastewater systems; and applicable federal, state, and local regulations, regarding operating and maintaining Water and wastewater utilities; proper documentation procedures, such as submitting receipts and justifying expenses; performance evaluation methods and disciplinary procedures in a supervisory setting
Skilled in providing leadership and motivating field crews, assigning responsibility, and following through on jobs to completion; operating equipment and performing physical labor under challenging conditions; managing inventory and making fiscally responsible purchasing decisions for tools, materials, and supplies; coordinating multiple jobs, reviewing documentation, and enforcing safety protocols; interpreting as-built plans and verifying the accuracy and placement of utility infrastructure in the field; using specialty field equipment such as line tracers, acoustic leak detection devices (including handheld, correlating loggers, and lift-and-shift loggers), and push cameras for sewer line televising; providing accurate information needed in reports and memos; communicating with co-workers, other divisions, and the public; utilizing water and wastewater field maps; handling multiple tasks; using hand and power tools; troubleshooting and diagnosing utility leaks; accepting and learning new techniques and implementing them as needed; using a personal computer including Microsoft Office applications, e-mail, and the internet; accepting responsibility for his/her actions; performing work accurately and thoroughly; following instructions, safety practices, and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks; communicating effectively, clearly, and concisely both orally and in writing; being punctual and attending work regularly; and working effectively with people regardless of their race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran's status, genetics, or job type
Preferred
Preference may be given to applicants who already possess both a Class C Water license and a Wastewater Collection II License at time of hire
Benefits
TMRS – Employees are required to contribute 7% of their salary, the City will match 2:1
457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan – if employees contribute a minimum of 4%, the City will contribute 3.76% to a 401(a) Plan in the employee’s name (vested after 5 years of service)
Medical Coverage (includes Prescription Drugs) – 2 medical plans through CIGNA, including an HSA
Dental Coverage through CIGNA
Vision Coverage through Superior Vision
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care FSA’s)
Pre-tax Premium Deductions
Life Insurance equal to four times annual salary
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance equal to three times annual salary
Voluntary Dependent Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness Coverage
10 days of vacation per year for years 1-4, 15 days of vacation per year for years 5-9, and 20 days of vacation per year for 10+ years of service.
15 sick days per year
11 paid holidays per year
8 Hours of Paid Volunteer Time Off per year through our VTO Program
15 days paid military leave per year
Extended military pay if called to active duty
Workers’ Compensation
Near-site Wellness Center
Wellness Incentive Program
Employee membership discount to Thrive, LELLA, and Lake Park
Employee recognition programs and events throughout the year
Company
NEOGOV
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