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Great Lakes Water Authority

Great Lakes Water Authority

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Team Leader-Water Transmission

Detroit, MI
Full-time
Posted 1/8/2026
Verified Source
Key Skills:
Team Supervision
Project Management
Operations & Maintenance

Compensation

Salary Range

$42K - 59K a year

Responsibilities

Supervise staff, manage projects, and ensure compliance with operational procedures within a water utility setting.

Requirements

Requires at least one year of supervisory experience in a utility or plant environment, an associate degree or related work experience, and a valid Michigan driver's license.

Full Description

Compensation $42.07 - $58.50 (Based on Experience) Summary The Team Leader is responsible for supervising, guiding, directing, and training staff within a Great Lakes Water Authority facility or functional unit. Manage work on projects and assign and prioritize tasks. Responsible for completing all local, State, Federal and GLWA required reports. Job Responsibilities • Coordinate and plan the work assignments (i.e. manage projects, organize crews) • Manage annual organization budget items as assigned • Responsible for record keeping and preparing necessary reports that includes logs and computer files. • Attend meetings • Maintain Standard Operating Procedures • Prepare performance evaluations of assigned team • Supervise all staff within facility or functional unit • Perform shift work which includes all day, afternoon, night, weekend, and holiday assignments. • Principles and practices of employee supervision, including selection, work planning, organization, performance review and evaluation, employee development, and employee training and discipline • Project management principles and practices • Operating procedures • Safe work practices Required Education and Experience At the time of application, applicant must: • Associate degree in related operational or functional field, such as Engineering, Chemistry, Accounting, or Human Resources from an accredited college or university; or a combination of related work experience and education • A minimum of one (1) year of supervisory or leadership experience gained through progressively more responsible positions in the utility industry or plant setting • Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) with an "N" air brake endorsement (Required to obtain within 1 year of employment). Preferred Education and Experience • Professional Accreditation in related operational or functional field • Work experience with large water main maintenance, breaks and repair in a water department or utility. Other Requirements: • Valid State of Michigan Driver's license • Ability to work irregular hours, to commute to GLWA facilities and work sites, and respond to after-hour emergencies and on-call responses Benefits Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment. This includes health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and team member discount programs. Retirement and Retirement Health Savings are effective the first day of employment. Click HERE for more information. Note: Part-Time employment is not eligible for health benefits, however, is eligible to participate in the 457 Retirement Plan. GLWA is an equal opportunity employer. Introduce Yourself Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest.

This job posting was last updated on 1/12/2026

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