Civil Engineer - Water

City of Alabaster • Alabaster, AL

19h • $102,256 - $141,526

About The Position

The City of Alabaster is seeking an Engineer to assist in planning, directing, and monitoring the daily operations of the City’s water production and distribution system. This position plays a key leadership role in ensuring reliable service delivery, regulatory compliance, and efficient system performance. Strong preference to professional engineer certification.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in water system operations and maintenance or similar experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory/leadership experience.
• Working knowledge of EPA and Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) regulations.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

• Grade II–IV Water Certification from ADEM preferred.
• Ability to obtain at least a Grade II water certification within two (2) years of hire.
• Strong preference to professional engineer certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of water production and distribution activities, including wells, treatment plants, pumps, tanks, water mains, hydrants, meters, and SCADA systems.
• Ensure full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Lead and manage a staff of approximately 30 employees, with a focus on training, professional development, morale, and workplace culture.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair activities across the system to support safe and uninterrupted operations.
• Manage an annual operations budget of approximately $12 million and a capital improvement budget of $6–8 million.
• Utilize asset management tools, GIS, CMMS, inventory management systems, and software integrations to optimize operational efficiency.
• Assist in interpreting and enforcing all City of Alabaster water policies and ordinances.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed