Field Operations Supervisor Non-CDL - City

About the position

This position is located in the Water Quality Division of the Utilities Department within the City of Oklahoma City and is under the direction of an immediate supervisor. Employees of this classification perform work of a responsible supervisory level and perform project-related administrative duties. Employees under the direction of a Field Operations Supervisor are assigned to semi-skilled and technical trades classifications routinely involved in field maintenance or construction activity.

Responsibilities

• Prioritizing and distributing assignments to a specialized work unit or multiple work crews.
• Reviewing work orders and scheduling work activities.
• Demonstrating proper safety and work procedures to subordinates, to ensure the efficient and safe completion of their assignments.
• Compiling information for reports, budget, goals and objectives.
• Performing routine inspections of work in progress and upon completion.
• Recording and reporting work progress.
• Maintaining records of maintenance and equipment usage.
• Responding to routine resident complaints or inquiries by correcting problems or investigating the nature of complaints and responding verbally or in writing.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid Driver License (Operator).
• Possession of an Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Waterworks Operator, Wastewater Works Operator or Distribution and Collection Technician or Operator Certification for Utilities Department positions (Required Class Certification dependent on position(s) supervised).
• Possession of an Oklahoma State Journeyman's Mechanical License or higher or an Oklahoma State Journeyman's Plumbing License or higher for General Services Department positions.

Nice-to-haves

• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in water distribution or water quality fieldwork, preferably with flushing operations.
• Working knowledge of water quality parameters (e.g., chlorine residual, turbidity, discoloration causes) and DEQ/EPA compliance.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of computer software: Microsoft XP, Excel, Word, Access, SAP, CityWorks.
• Ability to communicate clearly with internal staff and the public regarding water quality concerns.
• Strong skills in documentation, report writing, and basic data analysis.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and robust benefits.