Field Services Crew Leader II

SUMMARY:

Performs heavy manual labor and operates any required mechanical equipment used by Field Services Teams. Supervises two or more employees. Exercises good judgment based upon a thorough understanding of the operation of the collection and distribution system. Communicates both verbally and in writing with Field Services Supervisor and customers. Oversees operation of all Truck equipment and trains workers in safe equipment operations. Maintains accurate daily logs and work orders of all work performed and utilizes computer programs. Directs workers in operations such as rodding, excavation, digging, dipping, pumping, punching, cleaning, boring machines Jack hammer, tamp and pipe saw and backhoe. Responsible for upkeep and preventative maintenance of all mechanical equipment used by Team. Performs other functions and responsibilities as assigned. Attend all seminars and training given by Columbus Water Works. Employee will be required to perform on-call duties on a rotating schedule.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to the following:

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES:

Supervises two or more employees. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Through knowledge of the principals and practices of water distribution and/or wastewater collection and construction as applied to a water utility. Ability to deal with customers and employees in an effective manner. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to obtain Fort Benning Access required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or GED required. Possession of a valid drivers license and a good driving record is required. Ability to obtain a Commercial Drivers Permit within three months of employment and Commercial Drivers License (CDL) within six months of employment required. Must have a minimum of five years experience in construction. Six months of supervisory experience preferred. Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within one year preferred. Possession of a valid driver's license and a good driving record is required.

Ability to perform heavy manual labor required. Must obtain certification in Confined Space Entry, Trench Excavation, CPR and First Aid Standard. Wastewater Collection or Water Distribution within one year of employment required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and MSDS material. Extensive written and oral communication.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to draw and read all graphs types.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply commonsense to carryout instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or equipment; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear, and smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb and balance.

The employee frequently lifts and moves objects of 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristic described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to moderate noise and vibration. The employee frequently works outside in all weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes, gases, and air borne particles. The employee regularly works with and around chemicals, blood borne pathogens, confined spaces, associated tanks, and chemical storage systems commonly found in the collection and distribution industries.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: 25-00

PAY GRADE: 12