Public Works Crew Leader - Streets

About the role

The City of Plano is seeking an experienced, dependable, and safety‑focused Public Works Crew Leader to join the Streets team. In this hands‑on leadership position you will lead and work alongside maintenance staff responsible for keeping the city’s streets and infrastructure safe, functional, and well maintained.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew that performs pavement, sidewalk, alley, drainage, signage, and right‑of‑way repairs.
• Coordinate daily work activities, including pothole maintenance, tree trimming, debris removal, and emergency response.
• Operate a variety of heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Investigate service requests and communicate with residents regarding work status.
• Maintain accurate work orders and documentation.
• Train, mentor, and develop Equipment Operators and Maintenance Workers.
• Ensure all tasks are completed in compliance with safety standards and city policies.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in public works or street maintenance.
• Demonstrated dependability and a strong safety focus.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and perform hands‑on field work.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with residents and team members.
• Leadership ability to guide and develop crew members.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Membership in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 city match upon retirement.
• Retirement Security Plan (RSP) fully funded by the City.
• Up to three weeks of paid vacation.
• Up to three weeks of paid sick leave per year.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Tuition assistance.
• Free library card.
• Half‑price recreation center membership.
• Additional benefits available; see the City’s benefits website for details.

Pay

Hourly salary range: $26.47 – $39.71

Schedule

Full‑Time