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JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision of the Foreman, the Infrastructure Crew leader is responsible for overseeing the work of assigned personnel including Heavy Equipment Operators, Infrastructure Equipment Operators, Stormwater Systems Operators, and Infrastructure Technicians in support of departmental activities including, construction, repair, and maintenance of town roads, drainage systems, other infrastructure, and right of way maintenance. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:      

• Leads and manages assigned personnel in order to complete all tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Plans for manpower, equipment, and material required to complete assigned tasks
• Keep the Foremen abreast of all pertinent issues pertaining to employees, equipment, material, and facilities.
• Ensures assigned personnel follow safe work procedures and practices at all times; conducts employee safety training as required.
• Assigns work duties to assigned personnel for each project.
• Recommends employee disciplinary action when required and assists the Foreman in the completion of employee evaluations. 
• Performs manual labor and operates departmental equipment as necessary.
• Supervises and assists crew with the maintenance and installation of street signs and other traffic control devices.
• Supervises and assists crew in maintaining and restructuring streets, piped storm drain systems, and open ditch systems.
• Deploys cones, barricades, and warning signs in setting up safe work zones that meet SCDOT regulations and monitors traffic conditions and a safe work zone for crew members.
• Operates heavy equipment such as backhoe (with 3-way bucket, trackhoe, front-end loader, tracked skid-steer loader, asphalt roller, bull dozer, and mini excavator to perform assigned tasks relating to construction, drainage systems and right of way maintenance.
• Operates a zero-turn mower, flail mower, slope mower, side-mounted bush hog, brush cutter attachment for tracked skid-steer loader
• Represents the Town and interacts with the public on a daily basis
• May be required to obtain and maintain professional certifications
• Performs other duties as required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of prior work experience in the building/construction trades or public works 
• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License 
• Commercial Driver’s License required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of building and construction trades
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of heavy equipment and effective operating practices and techniques
• Knowledge of department safety practices and techniques
• Knowledge of various department tools and equipment
• Ability to lead assigned personnel and manage assigned tasks
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form
• Ability to follow directions and complete tasks in a detailed and accurate manner
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The work requires moderate intermittent physical strength and effort daily, such as, lifting heavy objects (up to 50 lbs), carrying the object(s) and stacking them or placing them in a vehicle or storage area. In addition, pulling, pushing, standing, or walking for the full workday may also be involved. Employee must have adequate hearing and visual capability in order to perform this job safely.  A great deal of physical effort must be exerted at this level. Travel, particularly during adverse weather conditions and troublesome road conditions and at times during the evening hours is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:     

The work environment involves continuous presence of unpleasant or irritating elements, such as considerable noise, odors, chemical fumes, dust, smoke, heat, cold, oil, dirt or grease. Work is continually performed outdoors, regardless of weather conditions. Employees will be required to work beyond normal business hours in response to natural disasters, emergencies, and Town special events.  This employee is on call in order to support Town efforts if necessary.