Utilities Superintendent

City of Lakeport•Lakeport, CA

2d•$8,247 - $10,024•Onsite

About The Position

The Utilities Superintendent leads the City's water and wastewater operations, ensuring reliable utility services while maintaining compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations. Reporting to the Utilities Director, the Superintendent oversees operations, maintenance, regulatory compliance, capital planning, budgeting, emergency response, and supervision of utility staff. The position also serves as the City's Chief Operator for Water Treatment, Water Distribution, and Wastewater Treatment.

Requirements

Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance.
Associate’s degree in science preferred.
Minimum of six years combined work experience in both the water and wastewater operations and maintenance field.
Minimum of three years’ experience as a supervisor in the water and wastewater field.
Strong leadership and supervisory experience.
Knowledge of California drinking water and wastewater regulations.
Experience managing utility operations, maintenance, regulatory compliance and capital projects.
Budget preparation and long-range planning experience.
Excellent communications and relationship-building skills.
A commitment to continuous improvement, employee development, and exceptional public service.

Responsibilities

Leads the City's water and wastewater operations.
Ensures reliable utility services.
Maintains compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations.
Oversees operations, maintenance, regulatory compliance, capital planning, budgeting, emergency response, and supervision of utility staff.
Serves as the City's Chief Operator for Water Treatment, Water Distribution, and Wastewater Treatment.

Benefits

City pays 76% of the medical premium
City pays 100% for employee and all dependents for Dental & Vision
City pays 100% for everyone in household for Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
City pays 100% for employee for Life/Long-Term Disability (Life insurance based upon one year's annual salary, $100,000 maximum coverage)
Paid Vacation: Starts at 80 hours annually increasing up to 200 hours
Paid Sick Leave: Accrual of 12 days per year
14 Paid holidays
Section 125 pre-taxed premiums
Paid Bereavement Leave
California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement program (2.5%@55 for classic members and 2.0%@62 for new members)
Vacation Buyout Option
Management Leave with Buyout Option
Technology Allowance
Aflac
Legal Shield/ID Shield
Nationwide Pet Insurance
457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Reach/AirMedCare Network
Redwood Credit Union
Wellness activities on site
Resources to relieve stress
Education on healthier lifestyle choices