Crew Leader-Streets and Drainage

Salary : $39,104.00 Annually

Location : Panama City, FL

Job Type: Full- Time

Job Number: ~~~

Department: Public Works

Division: Streets and Drainage

Opening Date: 12/09/2024

Salary: Salary/Hourly wages may be adjusted based upon experience within Step Plan Parameters

MAJOR FUNCTIONS

This position is under general guidance and leadership of the Director of Public Works. This is a skilled supervisory position in public works Streets and Drainage Division. Work requires leading a group of team members including maintenance workers, trade workers and operators working with construction equipment in public works construction and reconstruction projects. Communication with the general public, maintaining safe work areas and ongoing attention to detailed construction specifications are critical in this role.

This position is designated as emergency essential position that requires performance of emergency duties and actions to prepare, repair, and recover the City before, during, and after any adverse storm events (hurricane, tornado, tropical storm, ice storm, etc.) or other conditions (natural or manmade).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

• Supervises, leads and participates along with team members in performing repair, construction and maintenance of streets and sidewalks, right of ways, alleys, roads, bridges, repair and reconstruction of storm water and drainage system including masonry, concrete and asphalt work.
• Supervises, leads and participates with the team members and gives clear direction on the operation of heavy and light equipment such as excavators, slope mowers, cement mixers, tractors, loaders or any other machinery and apparatus.
• Contacts public in a friendly and helpful manner in areas where crews and equipment are working and explains to property owners and occupants the nature of work being performed; answers any complaints the public may have.
• Maintains and verifies safety and welfare of the team members, general public, City property and public property in and around work areas.
• Provide clear instructions on safe operation of all equipment, protective devices and supervises the closing of the job in a safe and responsible manner.
• Demonstrates knowledge and can direct work efforts in the following areas: Sodding, seeding, trimming, mowing, edging, pruning, removing, watering and fertilizing of grass, flowers, shrubs and trees.
• Plans and assists in the planting in median strips, traffic islands, beds and around public buildings.
• Supervises and trains team members regarding spraying of grass, flowers, shrubs and trees with insecticides, fungicides and weed killers.
• Provides guidance regarding excavation of trenches, ditches and foundations.
• Responsible for the maintenance, repair and construction of streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, swales, storm drains and catch-basins.
• Operates and trains others on the operation of automobiles or light/medium trucks, rollers, graders, dozers, front end loaders and back-hoes.
• Performs and assists with asphalt repairs to utility cuts, potholes, cave-ins and drainage slopes.
• Plans and performs cutting, cleaning and grading of alleys and installing, repairing and removal of speed humps.
• Works an on-call, rotating shift and is available to assist other on-call team members during times outside of regular work hours when called upon or when necessary.
• Possess strong time management skills and be able to organize, prioritize, schedule, and manage daily work activity, tasks and special assignments.
• Performs other work as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of effective supervisory techniques.
• Knowledge of City, DOT and County street systems and storm water systems.
• Knowledge and skills in safety procedures and precautions as well as Federal, State and City policies, procedures and rules.
• Knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of all typical public works construction equipment.
• Ability to understand and transmit oral and written instructions in an efficient, cohesive and cooperative manner.
• Ability to read working diagrams, sketches and simple blueprints.
• Ability to keep records and prepare reports in an organized and clear manner.
• Ability to work outside under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to accurately evaluate the work, abilities, skills and training needs of team members.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in general maintenance of streets and drainage.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative, professional and team-focused working relationships with team members, other departments, leaders and the general public.
• Ability to plan and supervise team members with varying degrees of skills.
• Ability to understand and transmit oral and written instructions to team members and leaders.
• Ability to deescalate situations and effectively resolve issues that occur in the course of scope of a day.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or acceptable general equivalency.
• Three (3) years supervisory experience in construction and maintenance of streets and sidewalks, installation and maintenance of stormwater pipes and drainage system, repair and maintenance of roads and bridges and cutting, clearing and maintenance of grounds, parks, and right of ways.
• Class B CDL license w/ air brakes endorsement.

A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary:

• Occasionally:
  • Lift/Carry: 40+ lbs., Push/Pull: 40+ lbs., Squat/Kneel, Climb, Crawl, Sit, Traverse Uneven Terrain, Work at Heights.
• Frequently:
  • Lift/Carry: 15-40 Lbs., Push/Pull: 15-40 lbs., Bend, Reach Above Shoulder, Reach Outward, Drive.
• Constantly: Lift/Carry: 15 lbs. or less, Push/Pull: 15 lbs. or less, Twist/Turn, Stand, Walk, Handling/ Fine Motor Skills.

Risk/Safety Conditions:

• This position requires moderate exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (i.e. exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment).
• This position often requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and may include completing and successfully passing medical evaluations or clearances.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing eh essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Outside year round, all types of weather day & night. Physical and dirty.

DISCLAIMER

These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Panama City Offers a complete benefits package to all full time employees. Below is a list of the benefits offered by the City.

For more detailed information about the benefits please reach out to the Human Resources Department.

WORK/ LIFE INTEGRATION

• 12 Days of Paid Time Off
• 12 Days of Paid Sick leave- 6 may be used for family
• 12 Days of Paid Holidays
• Birthday Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave
• Social Event Outings
• Employee Assistance Program

HEALTH & WELLNESS

• Medical Benefits-Team Member (ZERO cost option available)
• Family Member Benefits available (City supplemented premium)
• Dental Benefits (Premium paid in FULL for Team Members)
• Orthodontic coverage for children (under 19)
• Vision Benefits
• Blood Drives (ADDITIONAL Paid Time Off for participation)
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Health Savings Account/ Medical FSA

FINANCIAL WELLNESS

• General Employee Retirement Pension Fund (10% of annual compensation)
• Access to Professional Financial Advisory Services
• City Paid Life Insurance and AD&D ($50,000)
• Additional Life and AD&D coverage available for employees, spouse, and Children
• Short-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
• Long-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Education Assistance Program/ Tuition Reimbursement
• Job Stability & Security