Crew Leader - Sanitary Sewer

Job Description

Job Description

Crew Leader – Sanitary Sewer

$65,000 - $80,000

(Onsite)

Closing Date: July 15, 2026

A Crew Leader provides supervision to a group of Laborers and/or Equipment Operators engaged in general maintenance and repair work. An employee in this class assigns, inspects, and evaluates the work of semiskilled or unskilled workers in a variety of settings in the performance of a wide variety of tasks. The appropriate Superintendent assigns areas of work and standards to be met in detail, and the work performed is checked in process and upon completion.

The Department of Public Works is a community partner in shaping a livable, green, and prospering City of Falls Church. We plan, build, operate, and maintain transportation systems and infrastructure that improve mobility and provide people and businesses with core public services.  

Illustrative Examples of Work:

• Ensures compliance with plans, specifications, policies and regulations;
• Supervises daily operation of sewer maintenance crews and sewer cleaning equipment;
• Reviews sewer system maps and makes corrections as necessary;
• Inspects various jobs in progress and makes recommendations for changes in practices;
• Reviews sewer system maps and makes correction as necessary;
• Investigates and responds to citizen complaints;
• Prepares bills of materials, estimates and other written reports, verifies contractor invoices and reports;
• Promotes on-the-job safety and training for employees;
• Writes daily and weekly work reports;
• Knowledge in CCTV operations;
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED;
• Three years of experience as a Supervisor or Equipment Operator; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), issued by the state of residence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• OSHA-approved courses;
• computer software knowledge;
• traffic control knowledge;
• sewer and street equipment knowledge;
• experience supervising employees and private contractors;
• ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English;
• physically be able to perform work in adverse weather conditions.

Emergency Designation: This position has been designated as an emergency employee position. As such, your services may be required in emergency situations to perform crucial duties, i.e., snow removal, debris removal, transportation, shelter operation, food distribution, and communications. These duties may be performed when the government is closed or when most employees are dismissed early. Employees are required to work rotating shifts, to include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Employees are considered emergency personnel and are subject to call-in 24 hours a day and will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.

Salary and Benefits:  $65,000 - $80,000 depending on qualifications. The City offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, pension plan, deferred compensation plan, flexible spending account, life and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, free parking, credit union membership, and more.  See for additional information.

Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, plus overtime emergency hours as required.

To Apply: This position closes on July 15, 2026 .  Applications received prior to the deadline will receive priority consideration. Complete the application on ExactHire at For questions please contact the City of Falls Church, Human Resources: 300 Park Ave., Suite 200W, Falls Church, VA 22046 or email View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

You must submit a copy of your driving record obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles with your application.

Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace : The City of Falls Church is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the federal, state and/or local laws or regulations. Accommodations may be requested for applicants with disabilities.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at View email address on ziprecruiter.com or View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.  Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

All City facilities are smoke free.