Utility Service Supervisor, Maintenance Operations

Franklin County, OH•Columbus, OH

40d

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Utility Service Supervisor classification is to oversee assigned operations and maintenance of water distribution systems and wastewater collections systems to ensure continuous quality, safe water and sewer services.

Requirements

Knowledge of budgeting
Knowledge of inventory control
Knowledge of supervision
Knowledge of safety practices
Knowledge of public relations
Knowledge of agency policy and procedures
Skill in skilled trade
Skill in equipment operation
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Ability to calculate fractions, decimals and percentages
Ability to understand manuals and verbal instructions, technical in nature
Ability to gather, collate and classify information about data, people or things
Ability to recognize safety warnings
Ability to handle sensitive inquiries from and contacts with officials and general public
Ability to demonstrate physical fitness
Ability to demonstrate agility
Any equivalent combination of relevant training and experience including but not limited to: High School diploma or GED with some vocational course work with five (5) years of utility service or related experience.
Ohio Class A CDL license and registered with the Department of Health for responsibility for department septage hauling is required.
Ohio EPA Class I water treatment, and Class II wastewater treatment certifications.
Ability to assign, review, plan, and coordinate the work of other employee, to provide instruction to other employees, to maintain department standards, and to recommend the discipline or discharge of other employees.

Responsibilities

Perform the operation, maintenance and supervision of water distribution, wastewater collection and hydrant infrastructure.
Supervise, oversee, direct and report on the activities of wastewater operator and plant attendant personnel and outside contractors performing work for the department.
Approve overtime and work schedules for wastewater operator and plant attendant personnel.
Approve supply orders and recommends special supplies and equipment to the Director for approval.
Monitor and complete department inventory reporting.
Respond to customer complaints on-site, via telephone or through written correspondence.
Participate in the development, enforcement and updating of all water and wastewater programs and plans.
Manage the department's 24/7 emergency service program.
Prepare reports and makes recommendations to the Director.
Prepare cost analysis of system needs for budget consideration.
Monitor and report on expenditures.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.