Lorenzo Solis

Execute the Crew Chief duties to ensure that job completions were happening successfully

Check work while in progress

Create plans, in coordination with managers and engineers, to complete complex work safely and successfully

Estimate materials as well as estimating labor charges and completing cost estimates

Interpret and enforced safety regulations

Respond to emergency calls and operated the water system at an advanced, expert level

Work with Senior Water Pipe Workers to ensure the maintenance of tool inventories and equipment needed on the job; ensure tools are properly cared for

Plan and schedule multiple work crews and assignments simultaneously to completion and conduct necessary follow-up to ensure public safety, job quality, customer satisfaction and environmental controls are addressed

Mentore and coach employees and apprentices

Prepare and submit required work reports

Investigate and document incidents that may result in claims against the City or for which SPU may file claims against another entity.

Plan, schedule, and assign work to water pipe workers and apprentices

Responsible for the quality and safety of work performed at assigned work sites

Maintain and install all water system mains, services, hydrants, valves, fittings and metering devices, and locate underground utilities

Coordinate daily work with crew chiefs and other department staff members

Instruct subordinates on materials required and coordinate with equipment pool

Coordinate with other City departments for customer impacts, job site restoration, and permitting

Provide customer service to customers who are impacted by shutoffs

Train and direct the work of apprentices and other crew members

Prepare and submit routine and special reports

Respond to emergency calls and adhere to work standards and procedures

Record time sheets and document accuracy of information in Maximo and Data Splice.

Assist in job planning, preparation and follow through

Keep work crew truck in safe working order and stocked for most situations

Help teach and guide apprentices and new workers on crew

Ensure safety on the job site

Involved in proper traffic control setup and take down

Work out of class Water Pipe Senior when needed

Involved in construction, installation, operation and repair of water system

Performed work in all weather conditions

Worked around high voltage/high pressure gas and electric lines

Worked around heavy machinery, pneumatic and hydraulic tools