Wharf Construction Crew Leader

Under general supervision, to lead and actively participate in the work of a crew performing a variety of skilled and highly skilled construction and maintenance projects on the municipal wharf; and to do related work as required.

The Wharf Construction Crew Leader is a working lead responsible for coordinating and directing a crew of workers. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Wharf Supervisor in that the latter classification has full supervisory responsibilities.

Position requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, working overhead, walking, balancing, twisting and standing in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires hand dexterity, acute vision, and the repetitive use of both hands and feet when operating assigned equipment and vehicles. The ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs is required. The incumbent in this position works outdoors in all weather conditions, with constant noise, on slippery uneven surfaces, and only occasionally works indoors. The incumbent may be required to perform underwater construction work while wearing a wetsuit and utilizing scuba gear. Additionally, the incumbent may be exposed to dust, fumes, grease, and wood treatment chemicals including copper green, creosote, and lap cement. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to climb ladders or scaffolding, work below ground/deck level or in confined spaces, and around machinery and moving vehicles. The incumbent will be required to operate truck, tractor, motor vehicle, forklift, motor boats and barges, and land based or water borne heavy equipment. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Knowledge:

Reports to: Wharf Supervisor

Supervises: Wharf Construction Workers, Construction Specialist, and others as assigned

Bargaining Unit: Supervisory

Classification No.: 341

Date of Issue: 6/94

Update: 01/22

SALARY - This classification has a nine-step salary range. Appointment may be made commensurate with experience. See the Supervisory MOU documents on the City website for details.

APPOINTMENT - Any candidate selected by the appointing department may be required to pass a pre-employment medical exam administered by a City-selected physician before hire to non-sedentary positions. Prior to starting work, all newly hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment. Candidates must present documentation verifying authorization to work in the United States and take a loyalty oath as required by the State of California at the time of hire. Appointments to regular positions are subject to a six-month probationary period which is considered a part of the selection process. Probationary employees may be terminated without recourse during this period. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing.