Utilities Field Operations Superintendent

City of Grand Rapids•1900 Oak Industrial Dr NE Grand Rapids, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this job is to execute policy development, program planning, fiscal management, administration, and operational direction of the utilities field operation, including water distribution system, customer metering, and sanitary and storm collection systems. Provides managerial support of major projects or operations involving work crews, contractors, and professional and technical support staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field
Five (5) years of progressively responsible supervisory and high level professional experience in a public works field, water distribution system, and/or customer metering management, sanitary sewer or storm water collections operations and maintenance, or varied maintenance or construction work in underground utilities with demonstrated knowledge of equipment operations
Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities
State of Michigan Stormwater Operator Certification
FEMA Emergency Management Institute NIMS certificates
State of Michigan S-1 Waterworks System Operator license
LEAN Training
NASSCO Certification

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes and directs the work of subordinate professional, clerical and technical support employees; assigns work and priorities
Interviews, trains, counsels and evaluates employees; resolves personnel issues
Sets performance standards and measures outcomes
Reviews work force needs and structure, recommends staffing level requirements and reorganization plans
Conducts research, analyzes data, formulates conclusions, and responds or acts dutifully.
Monitors cyclical reports on goals being achieved using self-defined metrics; evaluates, develops and implements processes and procedures based upon metrics for optimal service delivery and policy development
Directs development and implementation of safety programs; assures proper health, safety and environmental standards are taught, applied and practiced
Ensures infrastructure maintenance activities comply with state and federal water quality guidelines and standards
Compiles annual operating budgets for Utility Field Operations group and administers and controls the expenditure of budgeted funds and assists in the preparation of the annual budget
Directs purchases of department supplies, equipment and services; monitors purchasing and billing practices
Prepares specifications on new equipment and supplies
Coordinates the preparation of bids (RFPs) for solicitation; reviews, approves and recommends award of various contracts, advertisements and bidding documents; administers contracts
Represents the Water System in public forums and intergovernmental activities as assigned, and assists with public relations activities
Directs emergency repair operations through subordinate supervisors or obtains and supervises consultant/contractor services
Responds to a wide array of service emergencies 24/7 (at all hours of the day and night) and to insure that response activities support the safe drinking water act
Oversees multiple supervisors for Utility Field Operations and reports out on metrics involving field work
Engages other divisions and departments for purposes of sharing and gathering information about field work repairs or planned work in the field
Performs related work as required

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1
6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)
Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
Twelve Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Paid Parking (if applicable)
Employee Home Ownership Incentive
Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive
Employee Discounts and Perks