Utilities Field Operations Supervisor

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

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this job is to supervise work over several types of utility crews engaged in maintaining and repairing the City's water distribution system, customer metering, sanitary sewer system and the storm sewer system. Performs work under the general supervision of a designated superintendent.

Requirements

High school diploma (or GED equivalent)
At least six (6) years of related work experience, including three (3) years of supervisory experience in a public works field, water distribution system and/or customer metering, sanitary or storm water collection systems, or construction work in underground utilities with knowledge of equipment operations
State of Michigan EGLE S3 license
State of Michigan EGLE Stormwater Operators certification
FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification

Nice To Haves

Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, schedules, assigns and evaluates the work of subordinates; provides training and counseling as needed; conducts employee evaluations, handles complaints and grievances; takes disciplinary actions as needed
Supervises crews engaged in the operation, maintenance and repair of water and sewer lines, manholes and related systems and customer metering; ensures proper response to wide array of service emergencies
Assures proper health, safety and environmental standards are followed during the course of the work; complies with all associated local, state and federal regulatory requirements; inspects work performed and oversees its proper completion
Maintains effective relationships with contractors in relation to customer service, scheduling and following MDEQ law to ensure water quality
Develops and implements 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
Assures that adequate supplies, materials and equipment are available to personnel; requisitions, supplies, and materials as needed
Coordinates internal and external departments
Provides meter maintenance operations response dealing with a variety of customer issues
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