Crew Leader - (DPW)
City of Indianapolis
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Crew Leader - (DPW)
City of Indianapolis
Department of Public Works Operations
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, 46204
Salary
From $27.61
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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July 1, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading a team of workers on public works projects, such as construction or maintenance tasks, by planning the work, coordinating tools and materials, and jumping in to help get the job done.
It's a hands-on role where you'll supervise crew members, solve problems on site, and report progress daily.
A good fit would be someone with experience in construction or manual labor who enjoys leading teams and can handle physical work outdoors.
Key Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- At least 4 years of related work experience in public works or construction
- Valid Class B CDL driver's license (Class A preferred)
- Ability to pass pre-employment physical and lift 25+ pounds
- Experience operating light and heavy construction equipment (e.g., loaders, backhoes, dump trucks)
- Basic computer operation skills
- Direct supervision of staff and independent judgment in decision-making
Full Job Description
Position is responsible for planning and leading the job site work effort including; coordination of materials, equipment and crew members.Requirements
Plan and lead the job site work effort including; coordination of materials, equipment and crew members.Functions as a working member of the crew, coordinates and leads the functions of the crew.
Works with crew members to encourage problem solving to create a better work product.
Reports daily production results and participate as a working crew member.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.
Qualifications
Plan and lead the job site work effort including; coordination of materials, equipment and crew members. Reports daily production results and participate as a working crew member.
Skills and knowledge are typically acquired through a High School education or equivalent and at least four (4) years of related work experience.
A valid Class A CDL Driver’s License is preferred, Class B license required. Must pass a pre-employment physical. The ability to lift and carry items weighting 25 pounds or more is required.
May require basic computer operation skill. Operates a variety of light and heavy construction equipment, i.e. loaders, back holes, graders, dump trucks, asphalt paver, asphalt planer, and roller, etc.
Directs supervision of staff.
Additional Information
Independent judgment is regularly utilized when there are no available policies and procedures.Check your resume before applying to catch common mistakes