What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crew Leader position at City of Augusta GA?
Salary : $37,571.00 Annually
Location : Augusta, GA
Job Type : Full Time Permanent
Job Number : 201203741
Department : UTILITIES
Division : CONSTRUCTION & MAINTENANCE
Opening Date : 02 / 07 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 28 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this classification is to lead a crew of workers engaged in operating equipment and performing maintenance and repair work on Consolidated Government roadways and other infrastructure as assigned. Installs, repairs, and maintains water distribution systems within the guidelines of department policies and procedures and other regulatory laws. Supervises assigned AUD assets or outsourced personnel as needed. Reports to the Crew Supervisor or other designated person. Works with co-workers and the public to provide maintenance support. PERFORMS 24 / 7 ROTATING ON-CALL DUTIES .
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Leads and performs functions associated with installation, maintenance and repair of water and sewer utility systems. Locates water leaks, repairs pipe leaks, clears blocked pipes using sewer jet and vacuum. Installs pipes, cuts pipes, and digs holes or trenches. Installs new services, fire hydrants and drinking fountains as needed. Turns water mains on / off, installs / replaces water meters, reads meters, loads and unloads trucks.
- Coordinates daily work activities and assigns work assignments to subordinates. Organizes and prioritizes project tasks and evaluates work. Monitors status of work, troubleshoots problem situations and performs the duties of supervisor in their absence.
- Leads and participates in tasks involving water utility operations. Establishes service of new customers, sets new meters, makes taps, inspects meters to identify leaks, high readings, damage, or illegal connections. Installs and repairs water services and water / sewer lines. Excavates ground around water / sewer lines, flushes sewer lines and manholes. Maintains records of recorded and unrecorded cross-connection backflow installations. Conducts backflow testing and enters test results into computer. Inspects sewer pump stations and pump stations to ensure proper operations.
- Leads and participates in tasks involving street, roadway, and drainage projects. Builds concrete forms for sidewalks and curbing. Pours and finishes concrete, installs and removes sidewalks, curbs, driveways, and gutters. Shoots grade for concrete, cleans, maintains, and repairs drains. Constructs and repairs drain boxes, inlets, and manholes. Installs and repairs drain pipes, repairs, maintains, and cleans ditches. Lays and smooths asphalt, patches / repairs potholes and sinkholes to include grading the work site and packs ground materials. Installs street signs, stop signs, and reflective markers on streets. Paints markings such as turn lanes, crosswalks, and parking spaces onto road surfaces. Builds, repairs, and paints street barricades as needed. Maintains street signal lights and removes debris from sites of vehicle accidents.
- Monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals. Coordinates the setup of work safety zones to maintain safety and traffic control at work sites, including flagging of traffic, setup of safety cones, barricades, and road / warning signs. Monitors traffic conditions surrounding trucks / equipment to identify obstructions, pedestrians, or unsafe traffic conditions. Reports any incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations.
- Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES MIGHT INCLUDE :
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education : High School diploma or GED { Please note : Upon job offer, you will be required to provide proof of education. Be sure to have the appropriate documents readily available.}
Experience : One (1) year of experience in construction, repair, and / or maintenance of public infrastructure or a related field.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :
Certification(s) : Water distribution certification not required but aids in advancement.
Licensing : Possession of a valid driver's license with good driving history. If State license is other than Georgia or South Carolina, applicant must obtain a license in Georgia or South Carolina within 30 days of employment.
PERFORMANCE APTITUDES :
OTHER
Disclaimer : The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.
Augusta-Richmond County's comprehensive benefit package includes :
Vacation
Holiday
Sick
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Pension
For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, please visit our website below :
The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to conclude if you meet the minimum qualifications and requirements for this position. Responses relating to your specific work experience and education MUST clearly reflect the requirements shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. Additional information may not be accepted after your application has been submitted. Do you accept these terms?
Are you a current employee of Augusta Richmond County?
To be eligible to apply for a posted position, a current employee must have performed competently for at least six (6) months in his / her current position. If you are a current employee of Augusta Richmond County, have you been in your current position at least six months?
If you are a current Augusta Richmond County employee, have you received a written reprimand, disciplinary probation, or suspension in the last twelve (12) months? (Informal warnings excluded)
Which of the following best describes your level of education? {Please note : Upon job offer, you will be required to provide proof of education. Be sure to have the appropriate documents readily available.}
How many years of experience do you have in water collection systems operation, construction and maintenance, plumbing and / or contracting services associated; previous experience with operating heavy equipment?
Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? (If State license is other than Georgia or South Carolina, applicant must obtain a license in Georgia or South Carolina within 30 days of employment.)
Required Question
Salary : $37,571
