THIS POSITION WILL BE ASSIGNED TO PUBLIC WORKS - WATER DIVISION\n

JOB SUMMARY\n

The Maintenance Crew Leader II serves as a crew chief to supervise various job tasks assigned by the Superintendent and\/or Foreman. Transport equipment to and from job sites. Operate various equipment such as loaders, bulldozers, excavators, jetting\/vac truck, sewer camera, dump trucks, Cartegraph efficient, etc. \n

QUALIFICATIONS\n

Education and Experience:\n\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent required.\nMinimum three years of experience in operation of heavy equipment.\nExperience in underground utilities and\/or road construction.\nMust possess or be able to obtain a valid Texas Commercial Class A Driver's License.\nMust possess or be able to obtain a Class II Wastewater Collection License issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and Class \"C\" Water Distribution.\n\n

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: \n\nAbility to understand and abide by City of Conroe and Departmental policies and procedures.\nMust display proficiency in both job and personnel management.\nMust be able to understand and read plans and design specifications and be able to transfer work from paper to construction.\nMust display fundamental knowledge of water and sewer system construction and repair techniques.\nMust be able to attend after hours classes to renew or obtain required certifications\/licenses when necessary.\nMust be able to work on call duty and respond at any hour during an emergency when requested.\nMust be able to lift weights up to 100 pounds.\nAbility to operate heavy equipment, crew truck and tractor type equipment with proficiency.\nMust be capable of conducting routine maintenance to vehicles and equipment.\nAbility to understand and follow written and oral instructions.\nAbility to work as many hours needed to get the work assigned completed.\nAbility to use all tools to accomplish the job in an efficient manner.\nAbility to adapt to new technology, new methods and changing conditions.\nAbility to stand, stoop, kneel, or sit for long periods of time.\nMust be capable of reading, writing and speaking in English.\nMust be able to communicate using a two-way radio.\n\n

PHYSICAL DEMANDS\n

The work is heavy and requires the ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and\/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and\/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity and walking.\n

BENEFITS\n

The City of Conroe offers great benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance program, paid time off and free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities. Starting salary for this position is $22.028 hourly.\n

Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Safety-sensitive positions remain subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.