Utilities Crew Chief (Public Works)

Duties

Under general supervision, plans, coordinates, supervises, and participates in the maintenance, construction, inspection, cleaning, and repair of water and wastewater lines, related water and sewer system components, and other bureau facilities or supervises the Public Works Communication Center.

• Plans, coordinates, supervises, and participates in a crew or crews engaged in the installation, repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines, house connections, and manholes. Plans and lays out line excavations. Supervises the repair and repaving of affected roadways and the repair and construction of sidewalks, curbs, and gutters.
• Plans, coordinates, and supervises the routine maintenance and cleaning of lines. Supervises and participates in the operation of truck mounted roto rooter equipment, Jet-Vacs, and line inspection units. Fields and responds to complaints from the public regarding utilities operations.
• Performs estimates of time and materials required for jobs. Orders and plans for the delivery of materials. Keeps records of crew activities. Prepares routine reports.
• Supervises the Public Works Communication Center providing emergency and non-emergency assistance for all Department functions.
• Assesses public works situations and supervises the dispatch of appropriate equipment and personnel. Maintains liaison with public safety personnel, utility companies, and other County agencies.
• Participates in and conducts safety related and other training exercises. Ensures crews follow established safety procedures

Examples of Other Duties

• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Four years' experience in water and/or sewer maintenance, construction, or dispatch work.

Licenses and Certificates
Some positions may require possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a commercial, class B or class A Maryland driver's license and a current Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. (License may require endorsements and/or the absence of certain restrictions.)

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions.  Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.