Crew Chief

JOB FUNCTION/ PURPOSE

The Crew Chief is responsible for training and overseeing the daily activities of the Utility Technician staff in a wide range of duties such as laying pipes, lines, water meters, and other various activities.

Seeking candidate with recent experience in utilities, plumbing, grounds keeping, and/or MUD industry.

RESPONSIBILITIES


* Assumes responsibility for insuring the efficient and effective operation of the Utility Technician department by:



* Ensuring that prescribed schedules and operating policies and procedures are followed.


* Making recommendations regarding improved operating systems and procedures.


* Allocating work and providing technical direction, assistance, and training to other personnel.


* Organizes schedules and emergency repairs in plants


* Advises purchasing on the equipment required for the work


* Ensures proper grounds maintenance such as cutting grass, weeds, brush, trimming trees, and any other related duties are completed


* Responds to call outs and after hour emergencies


* Excavates with mechanical equipment and hand tools


* Operate various equipment - probing rod, motor vehicle, portable generators, pumps, chain saws, chop saws, jacks, sewer cleaning machine, etc.


* Cleans and washes vehicles, tools, and equipment


* Checks oil levels and greases equipment


* Creates and completes work orders


* Diagnoses problems and performs repairs in water and sewer systems


* Installs and repairs water and sewer taps


* Installs water lines, sewer lines, manholes, cleanouts, meter sets, etc.


* Understands and adheres to all company health and safety procedures as they relate to essential job functions.

Education/Experience : High School Diploma or GED and 3-5 years Distribution/Collection System experience.

Previous supervisory experience preferred.

Licenses/Certifications : Valid Driver's License (Class A CDL required in order to drive combination rig of truck, trailer & backhoe) and maintains insurable driving record.

Level 3 or 4 Distribution/Collection System Operator license or Water/Wastewater License.

One Call training and certificate.

Technical : Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet.

Ability to work with basic office equipment & phone systems.

Working knowledge of OSHA requirements, DOT regulations & Utility SOPs.

Communication : Communicates clearly & professionally.

Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience.

Maintains composure in challenging situations.

Collaborates with others.

Asks for constructive feedback.

Communicates detailed information.

Problem Solving & Quality : Pays attention to detail.

Identifies & solves complex issues.

Escalates issues accordingly; Checks work for quality.

Shares suggestions to improve quality & productivity.

Identifies, solves complex issues.

Managing For Results : Works independently with minimal supervision.

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