Crew Leader

Job Title

Crew Leader

Job Description

Supervise the activities of assigned employees. On site directions and/or assignments to crew while also performing the same, similar or related duties as those assigned to the crew. Cuts thick grass or weeds and resurfaces; repairs streets, remove waste from refuse trucks and oversees systematic collection of refuse, etc. Operates grading machines, driving/operating street sweeping and flushing machines, operating tractors, drives and operated packer-type, flat bed truck, truck with trailer or other assigned vehicles. Uses weed eaters, lawn mowers, etc. Inspects operation of machinery and equipment and trains new employees. Initiate requests for supplies. Submit work and time reports, and maintains related records. Crew Leader trains and orients new workers, Insures safety procedures are followed to get the job done. May recommend personnel actions. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school diploma or GED. 2. Three (3) years experience in the following areas: A. Streets and Drainage Division- Street maintenance groundskeepers, refuse collection, driver-operator, light and heavy equipment and servicing equipment. Hold a current and valid Commercial Driver's License (Class A). 3. Applicant must be able to operate the following equipment proficiency: Knuckle boom, Chainsaw, Boom Truck, and Stump Grinder.

Physical Requirements. Position requires moderate to extensive stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Position requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Job must be performed with or without accommodations. Work Environment. Work is performed outdoors with exposure to noise, chemicals, inclement weather, dirt, grease, dust, and machinery with moving parts requiring use of protective devices.

Benefits

The City of Shreveport offers many benefits including vacation and sick leave, health, dental and vision insurance, 10 paid holidays per calendar year and long term disability.