Public Works Crew Leader

Public Works Crew Leader at

INFRAMARK, LLC.

Public Works Crew Leader at

INFRAMARK, LLC.

in Chatham, Virginia Posted in 15 days ago.

Type:

Full-Time Job Description:

Public Works Crew Leader Inframark is hiring a Public Works Crew Leader in Chatham VA. As a member of our team responsible for the operations and maintenance of municipal public works, you would lead a crew in the completion of tasks related to the general upkeep, ground maintenance, streets and signs of public property, and right of ways. Responsibilities Serve as a lead worker in completing tasks such as mowing grass, digging graves, or repairing sewer lines requiring the operation of equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, tractors, weed eaters, or mowers. Assign work areas to crew members, ensuring compliance with departmental safety regulations in execution of tasks. Supervise and assist with landscaping, including planting trees and flowers, mulching flower beds and trees, pruning trees, shrubs, and decorative grass, and watering trees and plants. Locate sewer problems using specially designed equipment; mark the area for digging to reach damaged tanks or pipes. Clean and repair sewer lines and related structures such as manholes, culverts, and catch basins; dump waste into a designated depository; inspect manholes to locate sewer line stoppages. Perform periodic inspections of equipment of responsibility and make minor repairs; repair broken pipes, sewer lines, water lines, or sprinklers as required. Mow and trim assigned property; remove brush, tree limbs, and leaves; clean alleys, rights-of-way, and sidewalks; trim hedges. Plant and fertilize trees, shrubs, grass, and flowers on the assigned property as directed, spray for weeds in flower beds and on lawns. Complete the required paperwork for the area of responsibility. Attend safety classes, reinforce and comply with company safety policies Works harmoniously with ESG employees and the public and complies with all ESG policies Qualifications Prefer four years of progressively responsible work experience in the Public Works Industry; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. High School Diploma or GED is required. Must have a valid state driver's license and meet minimum driving standards.

Knowledge of:

Requiring minimum responsibility for only small quantities of low cost items or supplies where opportunities for achieving economies or preventing loss are negligible. Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division may compute ratios, rates, and percentages. Requiring responsibility for the actions of others, requiring almost constant decisions affecting co-workers or others in the general public; work in a moderately fluid environment with guidelines and rules. Makes decisions with minor impact - affects only those in immediate work area.

Skill in:

Handling or using machines, tools, equipment or relevant work aids. Job involves some latitude for judgment regarding attainment of a standard or in selecting appropriate equipment.

Ability to:

Read simple sentences or instructions; write simple sentences; speak simple sentences using basic grammar. Perform semi-routine work following procedures with occasional problem-solving required; requires normal attention for accurate results. Physical requirements This position requires frequent standing, kneeling, bending and climbing. The employee must be able to use hands to operate and manipulate tools and equipment. This position requires very heavy physical exertion including the ability to lift over 50 pounds and exert over 100 pounds of force on a regular basis. The employee must be willing to work non-standard and overtime hours as required. The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, and depth perception. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required. Employees shall perform all other duties as required.

To support a safe and secure workplace, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of background screening, drug testing, and driving record review where applicable. Inframark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Learn more about us at Operations and Maintenance - Inframark