Utility Crew Leader, Meter Operations

Special Requirements: For Public Utilities, Operations & Maintenance: Must be available to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, standby and overtime when required to meet operational needs. Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City's operational status. This position may require incumbents to wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel-toed shoes, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, or other safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee's supervisor based on position assigned. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination. A valid, non-restricted driver's license is a requirement for all applicants. Driver's license requirement is non-negotiable. Duties include but are not limited to: Provide supervision and direct activity of field staff in the technical maintenance and repair of various size and type of water meters, service lines, curb stops, and valves. Provide field training on metering infrastructure and oversee complex, routine, and emergency repairs. Provide field support in diagnosing complex maintenance & repair issues. Ensure proper operating procedures are followed, and best repair techniques are utilized. Identify & provide field training to crew in their native environment. Work as a liaison between the field staff and the customer. Fill in as the UMS in their absence. Ensure crew follows Federal safety and environmental regulations and standard operating procedures Completes required paperwork and prepare written documentation of work activities, incident reports, tap orders, DF75 and Public Works cut sheets Knowledge of computerized work order management system and GIS mapping system Respond to and resolve customer inquiries in a courteous and timely manner Participate in member training programs and identify needs for staff training Communicate clearly with the Utility Mechanic Supervisor about any issues that arise Provide input to Utility Mechanic Supervisor for performance feedback for crew evaluations and training Works in all types of weather conditions as well as nights, weekends, holidays, and standby as needed. Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City's operation status Performs other job duties as determined by the supervisor based on workload and department needs Ideal Candidate Preferences: Experience with water meter installation, repair, and programming Knowledge of Miss Utility marking standards and laws Working knowledge of municipal water distribution system infrastructure Experience in directing routine to complex maintenance tasks with minimal supervision Knowledge of hydraulic equipment, pumps, generators, utility construction equipment, etc. Experience with computerized work order management system Positive, team builder

Minimum Qualifications: Any equivalent combination of education and experience equivalent to High School or GED plus five (5) years of experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, such as in utility maintenance and operations. Must have a current and valid driver's license.

Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Must be available to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required to meet operational needs. Type A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Air Brakes Certification, Tank and Combination Endorsements required in the Water Distribution and Sewer Collection bureaus. Utility Crew Leaders overseeing CCTV equipment and crew(s) may not be required to maintain a CDL. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination. This is an Alpha I position requiring the individual to report for work regardless of the City's operational condition.