Overview

Responsible for leading a crew in the maintenance & operation of the water distribution and wastewater collection systems. This includes training, public safety, and procedural compliance of employees and work assigned. This position could be required to perform with little to no supervision, after-hours and has significant engagement with contractors & residents. This position will report to a foreman or higher position that will designate work schedules & expectations.

Responsibilities
• Ensure crew's daily assignments are completed.
• Perform, lead and train crews to install, repair, and maintain water distribution and wastewater collections systems.
• Operate Backhoe and large excavation equipment.
• Train employees for CDL and proper equipment operation; Ensure proper dosing and disinfection of water mains and repair material.
• Review, interpret, and train crew members on maps, plans, drawings.
• Create permits for street cuts & confined space entry, ensure traffic control plans, trench safety, and worksite safety practices are followed.
• Coordinate installation of well point and bypass pumps.
• Use internal software to create work orders and include associated information.
• Provide customer service to citizens.
• Coordinate activities on job site with engineers, construction inspectors, consultants, and customers.
• Ensure crew's daily assignments are completed.
• Perform, lead & train crews to conduct wastewater system maintenance, cleaning, and videoing (CCTV).
• Train employees for CDL and proper equipment operation.
• Review, interpret, and train crew members on maps, plans, and drawings.
• Plan, lead, and perform installation of large volume commercial and residential meters.
• Perform, train, and schedule crews to install, program, and maintain AMR components and conduct water service turn off/turn on for all customers.
• Perform, lead, & train crew members to properly investigate and mitigate issues on water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Use internal software to create work orders and include associated information.
• Provide customer service to citizens.
• Coordinate activities on job site with engineers, construction inspectors, consultants, and customers.
• May be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work
• Non-Exempt - Full-Time
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications
• High School Diploma/GED
• Four (4) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required
• A valid Class A CDL is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire.
• Class I or II Wastewater Collection or Water Distribution D or C

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:
• Criminal Background Check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes
• Drug Screening: Yes
• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information
• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.