Utility Systems Crew Leader, (B254210-9), 207, Wastewater Treatment

Salary : $46,113.60 - $57,657.60 Annually

Location : Laredo, TX

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : B254210-9

Department : Utilities

Division : Wastewater Treatment

Opening Date : 03 / 07 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Job Description

Oversees and directs the plants' maintenance crews daily work activities. Checks and performs scheduled and unscheduled equipment maintenance and repairs on assigned mechanical equipment. Maintains and repairs sanitary sewer main lines and associated piping support equipment.

Essential Functions / Job Competencies / Physical Requirements

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.

• Leads crew members in operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment and water systems, such as transmissions, pumps, and hoists.

Performs construction work, including excavation, concrete, and asphalt work.

Assists crew members with labor and equipment operation.

Installs water lines, water valves, and fire hydrants.

Serves on call for 24 hours on rotating basis, as required.

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.

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 the principles and methods of administration, organization, and supervision.

Knowledge of the rules and regulations under the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.

Knowledge of plumbing and mechanical equipment repair.

Knowledge of preventive maintenance and repair of water and sanitary sewer main lines.

Skills and Abilities

Ability to read and interpret mechanical equipment maintenance manuals.

Ability to supervise wastewater work construction projects.

Ability to keep moderately complex records, to assemble and organize data, and to prepare reports from such records.

Ability to provide effective leadership and coordination in developing solutions, recommending new techniques, and supervising staff.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with utilities staff, the general public, and others.

Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.

Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.

Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.

Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.

Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.

Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.

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 the position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements

Position will have the following exposures

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 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

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

Street environment (near moving traffic)

Frequently

Confined space

Warehouse environment

Other : ______

Often

Vehicles

Exposures

Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Seldom

Sometimes

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

Often

Communicable diseases

Moving mechanical parts

Fumes or airborne particles

Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Loud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Travel

Position will require the employee to travel

Never :

Seldom :

Sometimes :

Often

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Valid Licenses and Certifications

Required Licenses or Certifications

Desirable Licenses or Certifications

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.

The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees :

For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at : under Employee Benefits

Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?

Do you have at least one (1) year of general experience?

I understand that failure to complete ALL sections of my application, including the "Driver License", "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), "Agency-Wide Questions", and "Job Specific Supplemental Questions" will result in my application not being processed.

Required Question

Salary : $46,114 - $57,658