Maintenance Crew Chief – Sewer Maintenance Position Available In Chatham, Georgia

Maintenance Crew Chief – Sewer Maintenance 
Salary $50,881.00 Annually Location Savannah, GA Job Type Full-Time Permanent Job Number 2502550 Department Water Distribution Opening Date 05/27/2025 Closing Date 6/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Purpose This position participates in wastewater, water, or solid waste construction, maintenance and repair activities, transportation and disposal operations Essential Job Functions Coordinates, assigns, and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed. Provides technical guidance as the leader of designated crew employees. Communicates safety rules and procedures to assigned crew members; monitors work to ensure compliance with applicable regulations; ensures that crew members are properly outfitted with safety glasses, gloves, masks, and steel-toed shoes. Assigns and assists with housekeeping duties, including removing trash, vacuuming carpets, and mopping floors Performs skilled and lead work on small equipment; safely operates any type of motorized equipment to maintain or construct sewer drainage, drainage, and other public properties. Inspects, cleans, and performs routine equipment preventive maintenance; ensures suitable operating condition. Inspects job sites for compliance with health, safety, and transportation rules and regulations; ensures safe, efficient work methods and practices; makes changes to work orders to resolve problems; recommends alternative solutions. Directs crews to make emergency repairs; coordinates work with other utilities, contractors, City and State inspectors, customers, and any entity that is essential to completion of each assignment. Visually examines site and structures to determine the extent of required remedial action; reports circumstances to superiors and notifies available qualified personnel and organizations. Performs emergency service on roads or sewer facilities in conjunction with other departments and agencies; ensures proper placement of barricades and warning signs. Assists the supervisor in training and orientation of less knowledgeable employees by explaining and demonstrating work performed. Instructs operators in safety precautions and procedures. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED, with two (2) years of building, water/sewer, solid waste, streets, grounds, and general construction maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Some supervisory experience preferred. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Additional Requirements:

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen, and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment Additional Information

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Maintenance Supervisor assigns work in terms of detailed and specific instructions. The supervisor spot-checks work in progress and, upon completion, for accuracy, adequacy, and adherence to instructions and established guidelines.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include department rules and regulations, the city code of conduct, and department work standards. These guidelines are clear and specific.

COMPLEXITY

The work consists of directly related maintenance duties. Inclement weather conditions contribute to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT

The purpose of this position is to assist in grounds and facilities maintenance duties in support of department operations.

PERSONAL CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, customers, visitors, funeral directors, representatives of monument companies, religious leaders, and members of the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS

Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, provide services, and resolve problems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is typically performed while standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed outdoors. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, irritating chemicals, and occasional cold or inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None Employer
City of Savannah
Address
5515 Abercorn Street Savannah, Georgia, 31406
Phone
912-651-6484