Assistant Water and Sewer Superintendent

Town of Duxbury•Duxbury, MA

About The Position

The Assistant Water & Sewer Superintendent will assist with all functions of the Water and Sewer systems to provide a potable and reliable water supply for residential and commercial use. Provides for the transport and treatment of wastewater. Assists in the planning, organizing, and operations and activities of the Water and Sewer Division and related distribution, collection, storage, and treatment systems in conformance with applicable federal and state mandates and regulations. Will serve as the primary operator for wastewater. The Public Works –Water and Sewer Division is accepting applications/resumes for the above position. The candidate we seek will be responsible for:

Requirements

Graduate of a four-year college with a Bachelor’s degree in construction, business, engineering, public administration or some related field with seven to ten (7-10) years related work experience five (5) of which should have been in a supervisory position; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform and essential functions of the job.
Valid Driver's License (Required)
Massachusetts class D driver’s license (current/valid)
Grade 4-M Wastewater license.
Knowledge of DEP policies and guidelines, EPA policies and guidelines, Massachusetts General Laws associated with drinking water, OSHA regulations regarding safety, Massachusetts Labor Laws, AWWA standards and practices; knowledge of the materials, methods and techniques relative to the construction and rehabilitation on water, sewer and pump station infrastructures; and knowledge of field safety.
Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of groups of employees engaged in a variety of construction and maintenance operations; ability to deal with employees tactfully and effectively and maintain positive public relations; basic computer skills; mathematical skills; ability to work effectively under time constrains to meet deadlines; ability to prepare and manage budgets and vision finances.
Excellent organizational skills; excellent data base and spreadsheet application skills; and excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Grade 4-M Wastewater license
Drinking Water Supply Facilities Grade 2T Full Operator
Drinking Water Supply Facilities Grade 3D Full Operator
DEP Certified Cross Connection Tester/Surveyor
maintains license as Operator of Drinking Water Supply Facilities

Responsibilities

Assists the Superintendent in Development, recommendations, implementation, and plans and programs to provide for the construction, repair, and maintenance of town water, sewer, and treatment plant systems and related facilities/structures.
Oversees the operation of the Wastewater Treatment Facility and the Drinking Water Iron Removal Plan and all related water and sewer infrastructures; oversees major capital improvement projects in the absence of the Superintendent.
Serves as Primary or Secondary Operator for Water or Sewer Operations in the absence of a licensed operator.
In conjunction with the Water and Sewer Superintendent, assists with planning and divisions of seasonal and long-range work programs; estimating costs; materials, equipment and staff needed. Reviews all division installation, repair and maintenance projects to determine efficient use of equipment, materials and staff.
Responsible for the system’s conformance with all Environmental Protection Agency and state drinking water regulations, both in existence and to be promulgated; ensures operational and staff compliance with applicable safety regulations and other requirements governing construction, repair and maintenance operations. Responds to water main breaks and other emergencies after hours as needed.
Prepares and maintains a variety of records and reports; ensures that records and reports are accurately completed in a timely manner such that they satisfy state and federal requirements and can be effectively utilized by department personnel. Attend public meetings as needed.
Responsible for the preparation and management of direct water and sewer construction improvements.
Coordinates water billing activities for optimum revenue enhancement. Receives questions/complaints from the public regarding bills and appropriately responds to inquiries.
Provides division response to inquiries from the public regarding water quality and division operations.
Prepares a variety of statistical information regarding usage, future demand, and specifications for equipment.
Keeps up to date on current and developing technical information pertaining to municipal water and sewer service and operational issues.