Distribution & Collections Maintenance Crew Leader

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Maintenance Crew Leader to lead and improve aspects of the day‑to‑day operations of our Utilities – Distribution and Collections division. Our Distribution & Collections Maintenance Crew Leader earns a competitive hourly wage of $24.07 to $26.05 based on qualifications and experience. The city pays all premiums for employees’ dental, long‑term disability protection, and life insurance, plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, access to the city’s recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays, 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health. Responsibilities Work under general supervision, directing a crew engaged in repair and maintenance of the City’s water and sewer system. Lead the work activities of the assigned crew in Water & Sewer Line Maintenance. Carry out crew leader responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Train employees, appraise performance, reward and discipline employees, address complaints, and resolve problems. Ensure regular and timely attendance at work. Schedule and review the work activities of the assigned crew. Perform work with supervised workers. Interpret policies to workers; support and enforce safety regulations. Maintain and service water lines by digging up and exposing water main lines for repair. Perform water and sewer taps; replace meters, and repair manholes as needed. Provide maintenance to fire hydrants by flushing the system, cleaning and/or replacing old parts, and painting hydrants. Ensure that the worksite is properly secured according to safety standards by setting up barricades in and around the site. Clean up area around excavation, replacing sand and sod. Inspect and maintain assigned equipment by checking lights, fluids, brakes; keep oiled and greased; clean and keep in good working condition. Report any and all problems as soon as they are noticed; maintain daily work orders and prepare daily work reports. Provide communication to supervisor of all unsafe conditions on the job. Analyze and resolve work problems or help workers in solving work problems. Contribute to team effort by performing other related duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent is required. Minimum of two (2) years of experience in water lines maintenance; six (6) years of experience in the maintenance of water lines is preferred. Some experience in directing the activities of subordinate personnel is preferred. May substitute any equivalent combination of experience and training that would provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills listed herein. Licenses & Certifications Valid Texas Driver’s License. Class B Commercial License required. Water and Wastewater License required. Preferred Licenses and Certifications: Class A Commercial License preferred, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. Class C Wastewater Treatment. Class I Wastewater Collections. Salary: $24.07 – $26.05 per hour #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Pearland, Texas