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Crew Chief I, City of West Columbia

Job Category
Utilities
Employee Status
Full Time
Position Hours
8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday through Friday with some overtime expected
Job Duties

Directs and oversees the installation and maintenance of water and sewer lines and related work such as making new water and sewer taps, cleaning sewer lines, etc. Performs such supervisory duties as instructing; making daily work assignments and inspecting work to ensure quality, completeness, and conformance as instructed; coordinating activities; allocating personnel for specific jobs; acting on employee problems; and selecting new employees. Obtains supplies and repair materials needed for the job.

Utilizes a variety of tools, equipment and machinery such as backhoe, dump truck, water machine, tapping machine, sewer machine, pumps, jack hammer, air compressor, shovel, hammer, saw, etc. Communicates professionally with immediate supervisor, subordinates, Fire Department personnel, City Hall, citizens, etc. Reviews maps and blueprints as needed to complete duties.

Qualifications

High school diploma and one to two years of plumbing/sewer experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. Must possess a valid SC driver's license. Possession of a Commercial Driver's License is desirable.

Pay Info
Salary range $46,390.43 - $64,948.25 with excellent benefits package including two weeks of vacation, 13 holidays, and participation in the State Retirement System, the SC Deferred Compensation Plan, and the State Health Plan with the employee’s health and dental insurance premiums paid by the city.
How to Apply

Application is available online at www.westcolumbiasc.gov and at the Customer Service Counter in the West Columbia City Hall, 200 N. 12th Street, West Columbia, SC 29169. Completed, signed applications may be mailed to Carrie Garrett, Director of Human Resources, P. O. Box 4044, West Columbia, SC 29171-4044, faxed to 803.939.8634, or emailed to employment@westcolumbiasc.gov. Resumes and cover letters are optional.

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Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of West Columbia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability.