Crew Chief - PUBLIC WORKS

Department:  PUBLIC WORKS

Pay:  $21.54 - 32.29 per hour $44,803.20 - $67,163.20 annually 

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday- 7:00am-3:30pm - 4701 S. West Street 

Helps supervise and participates in the work of crew engaged in the support infrastructure projects involving stream maintenance, bridge & concrete and road maintenance. Participates in snow and ice removal operations.

Train and work with crew members and other subordinate workers

• Operate all assigned equipment with a high degree of proficiency
• Ensure crew members are trained to operate assigned equipment
• Find opportunities for crew members to develop equipment operation skills in a variety of settings
• Perform preventative maintenance and makes minor repairs to equipment
• Perform manual work associated with equipment operations

Assist the Foreman in planning, scheduling and assigning work to crew

• Plan, direct, and supervise the work of a small crew
• Plan and supervise the setup and operation of work sites to include bridge, drainage, and County preventative maintenance projects
• Assist the Foreman in evaluating job performance
• Wear PPE and enforces local, state, and federal safety regulations

Participate in snow and ice removal operations

• Operate a dump truck with blade and spreader to clear roads of snow & ice
• Operate a motor grader for snow and ice removal when necessary
• Ensure equipment is in working condition
• Ensure equipment is cleaned, fueled, and loaded for follow on shift
• Report problems immediately to shift supervisor

Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent. Three years of Public Works or road construction experience. Per Sedgwick County Policy, this is a driving level position that requires a valid US driver’s license without restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance. Must have or obtain valid Kansas Commercial Driver’s License Class A w/air brakes and tanker endorsements.

It is the policy of Sedgwick County not to discriminate in its programs or services provided to the general public, including employment and all other activities, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, disability, veteran status or any other similarly protected status. Sedgwick County is committed to making the application, interview, and pre-employment testing process accessible to persons with disabilities. If you wish to volunteer information regarding any special assistance you may need, please notify Human Resources by phone at (316) 660-7050, TDD (Kansas Relay at 711 or 800-766-3777). Do not use this phone number for employment questions. This number is provided only for those requiring ADA assistance. You will be contacted should the department feel that you are a qualified candidate.