Public Works Crew Leader - City of Fayetteville, GA

The City of Fayetteville, Georgia commits to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees, complying with local, state and federal laws. The City’s policy is to employ qualified persons without discrimination regarding race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, country of national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political affiliation, ethnicity, or status in any other group protected by federal/state/local law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Summary Objective

The purpose of this position is to lead and coordinate activities of crews involved in performing construction, maintenance, inspection, and repair of City facilities, grounds or property.

This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Enforces safe work procedures; ensures the establishment of safe work zones; and reports safety hazards to Supervisor.
• Performs daily safety check of equipment; ensures vehicle and equipment maintenance and cleaning; and reports mechanical or other defects to Supervisor.
• Participates in the work of crews engaged in the construction and maintenance of public works.
• Operates vehicles, trucks, excavator, front end loader, backhoe, bulldozer, weed cutters, chain saws and other equipment to accomplish construction and maintenance tasks.
• Transports tools and equipment to job sites.
• Maintains tool and supply inventory.
• Responds to after-hours and weather-related emergencies.
• Assists with special City events.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School graduation or GED equivalent.
• Four (4) years of public works experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Physical Demands:

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, dancing, stretching, or lifting all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or exceptional skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving very close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
• ­ Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
• ­ Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
• ­ Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.
• ­ Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors.
• ­ Traffic; Moving machinery.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

• Must possess and maintain a valid state commercial driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Certified Personnel Flagging

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

The City of Fayetteville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses

May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays to meet the business needs of the City.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Essential Safety Functions

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.

Starting Salary: $51,398.64