Concrete/Asphalt Crew Leader

Salary : Depends on Qualifications

Location : Gaithersburg, MD

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : FY2025-00961

Department : Public Works

Division : Streets & Special Projects (1312)

Opening Date : 12 / 05 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Description

Are you looking for a secure job with great pay and excellent benefits? Would you like to find a career, not just a job? The Department of Public Works has an immediate opening for an experienced and skilled concrete construction and pavement maintenance professional to participate in and lead a work crew on the Streets & Special Projects team, which performs street and alley pavement maintenance such as spot patching, crack sealing, and resurfacing; construction, maintenance, and repair of sidewalks, concrete stormwater structures, and concrete curbs and gutters; and snow removal. As the team's Crew Leader, you will be a first-line supervisor responsible for assigning, coordinating, monitoring, leading, and participating in the work of a small, highly specialized crew of workers that maintain nearly 93 miles of City-maintained streets.

40 hours per week; 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Some evening, weekend, and holiday work is required. Starting salary for this position is negotiable within the target hiring range ($48,183 - $54,000) and will be offered at a level consistent with the relevant experience, knowledge, qualifications, training, certifications, and skills proficiency of the candidate.

We provide comprehensive insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, long-term care, life), paid time off, generous retirement contributions, health and wellness programs, tools to assist with paying down student loan debt and managing student loans, training and professional growth opportunities offered through the Department's career path plan, and excellent work / life balance.

We are looking for a motivated, hard-working, and experienced individual who can wear many hatsserving as a crew leader while providing expertise and participating as a skilled member of the team. You must have prior experience in street construction, setting forms and finishing concrete, replacing sidewalks and curbs, and making asphalt street repairs; and at least 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment / backhoe or excavator. To be successful in this position, you must be a positive team player and role model with a "roll-up-your-sleeves" attitude, great communication and team building skills, and a safety driven approach to all projects.

Possession of a Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement ("N") upon appointment is preferred, but is required within 12 months of hire as a condition of employment. Training / equipment to assist you in meeting this requirement will be offered, and testing and licensing costs are paid for by the City.

A job in the Public Works Department brings plenty of opportunities! We invest in our employees and encourage and reward employee growth and development through the Public Works professional career path plan, which provides our employees with the opportunity to advance and be compensated in accordance with proficiency in demonstrated skills without having to wait for a specific promotional opportunity. The City is committed to providing you with the training and support you need to successfully move up each level of our skills matrix at the pace you choose. We want to retain our employees for long-term growth!

Job Functions

What you will do with us :

• Assign duties, determine work procedures, set priorities, and coordinate daily tasks.

Lead and assist in the planning and construction of new projects.

Monitor and inspect work in progress to assure conformance with job requirements and instructions and to ensure work time schedules and quality standards are being met.

Ensure work tasks are performed in a safe manner utilizing proper safety procedures and equipment.

Guide and train staff in safety, proper equipment use, direct hands-on maintenance and repair functions, and general work procedures; assess skills and training needs to aid in their development.

Encourage and develop responsibility and teamwork among subordinate crew workers in the accomplishment of work tasks.

Operate construction equipment related to construction, maintenance, and repair projects.

Monitor equipment and report needs for equipment repairs and maintenance.

Make suggestions for improving work methods and increasing efficiency to better meet service demands and / or realize cost savings.

Supervise and participate in snow and ice removal operations and lead other special assignments.

Maintain daily work records and prepare work reports.

Serve as initial contact person during emergencies occurring during off duty hours.

Provide excellent service, pursue continuous improvement, and exceed expectations.

Key responsibilities are highlighted above; please to view the complete classification description for the Crew Leader position (Work Force Leader I). The classification description indicates the full salary range established for a position in Grade 302 in the City's FY 2025 Schedule of Salary Ranges.

Qualifications

What you will need to be considered :

Ability to deliver excellent customer service with a positive attitude.

Be able to work cooperatively with others and contribute to a successful team effort.

High school diploma or equivalent (desirable).

At least three years of skilled experience and specialized training in street construction and asphalt and concrete maintenance, repair, and replacement, or closely related public works field, including at least 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment / backhoe or excavator.

Some previous experience in a lead worker capacity and a demonstrated ability to assign, lead, monitor, direct, supervise, and evaluate the work of others.

Ability to prepare simple reports and give, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.

Solid computer / technology skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel), specialized department-related recordkeeping and reporting software applications, and other applications appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities.

Be able to perform moderate to heavy manual labor over extended periods of time, possibly under adverse weather conditions.

Valid driver's license and safe driving record. (Must possess Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement ("N") at time of or within 12 months of hire.)

A valid, unexpired Medical Examiner's Certificate / DOT physical card (may be obtained during pre-employment medical examination and must be maintained throughout employment).

Maryland Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator's License and International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist certification desirable.

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English to follow safety precautions and work procedures.

Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime when required; and to return to work when designated to be on call for emergency situations or repair work and / or snow and ice removal.

Ability to work from ladders, scaffolding, and aerial / bucket lifts from various heights and / or in confined spaces.

Or any acceptable equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to satisfactorily perform job duties.

Additional Information

Interested applicants must submit an online application to be considered.

Review of applications will begin immediately, so p rompt application is highly encouraged. The position will remain open until filled; recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of qualified applications are received or all hiring decisions have been made.

This position is non-exempt which means an individual in this position is eligible for overtime compensation under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the City's personnel regulations. Direct deposit of paychecks is a condition of employment for all City of Gaithersburg employees.

The successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment criminal background investigation and medical examination including drug / alcohol screening. The City has established an alcohol-free, drug-free, and smoke-free workplace which applies to any person employed by, conducting business with, or applying for a position with the City. Each employee, as a condition of their employment, may be required to participate in pre-employment and reasonable suspicion testing. Employees classified as safety sensitive are also subject to immediate post-accident and random testing.

For more information about the position, contact the Department of Public Works at 301.258.6370 or Questions regarding the online application process may be directed to the Department of Human Resources at 301.258.6327 or

This recruitment will establish an eligibility list which will be used to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other openings in this classification which occur in the next 12 months.

The City of Gaithersburg offers its full-time employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and professional lives. Employees are eligible on their first day of employment (unless otherwise specified). We provide employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work / life balance.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Multi-tiered coverage options (single, single spouse, single child, single children, family)

Retirement Health Savings contribution (for non-participants in medical or dental plans)

Medical Insurance

Prescription Drug Plan

Wellness Initiatives

Dental Insurance

Use a dentist of choice or participating dentist for increased savings

Basic or Enhanced Plans offered

Vision Insurance

Use a provider of choice or participating provider for increased savings

RETIREMENT SAVINGS PLANS

401A - Employer contribution equivalent to 8% of employee's annual base salary; fully vested after 5 years

401K - Employer 3% matching contribution on the first 5% of employee's annual base salary contributed by the employee; fully vested after 5 years

401A Supplemental - Additional 5% employer contribution to eligible employees in the Public Works and Police Departments who have physically demanding jobs on a consistent basis; fully vested after 10 years

457-deferred compensation plan and Roth IRA (employee contributions only)

PAID LEAVE

Sick Leave (13 days accrued annually; unlimited accrual)

Personal Leave (28 hours granted annually)

Holidays (11 holidays observed each year)

Volunteer Service (12 hours granted annually)

Jury duty, bereavement leave, military leave (as needed)

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tools to assist with paying down student loan debt and managing student loans

Employer paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Long-Term Disability & Workers' Compensation Insurance

Multilingual Stipend ($2,080 per year for eligible employees, paid biweekly)

Housing Stipend (Up to $3,600 per year for eligible employees)

Tuition Assistance (Up to $5,250 per year eligible after 1 year of service)

Healthy Lifestyle Incentives

Employee Assistance Program

First-Time Homebuyer Assistance

Ongoing Training / Personal Development Programs

Credit Union

Recreation & Leisure Opportunities & Discounts

Direct Deposit (required)

Click on the link below to view general information about the benefits available.

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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and may be used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information ("see resume" is not acceptable) may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within your application?

Do you possess a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)?

Which of the following best describes your experience in performing street construction and maintenance tasks such as setting forms and finishing concrete, replacing sidewalks and curbs, and making asphalt street repairs?

Which of the following best describes your experience operating heavy equipment in the area of sidewalks or roadway removal?

Which of the following best describes your previous experience in a lead worker capacity?

Do you possess a valid driver's license?

Do you possess a valid Commercial Driver's License?

If you answered yes to the previous question, please indicate the State in which the license was obtained, expiration date, and any endorsements or certifications you currently possess.

List any other relevant current professional certifications, licenses, or other credentials that you possess. Include the date completed or attained.

Are you able to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to follow safety precautions and work procedures?

This position may require the ability to work from ladders, scaffolding, and aerial / bucket lifts from various heights. If hired for this position, do you agree that you will be able to fulfill these expectations?

This position may require the ability to work in confined spaces. If hired for this position, do you agree that you will be able to fulfill these expectations?

How did you first learn about this employment opportunity?

Required Question

Salary : $48,183 - $54,000