Utility Superintendent
About The Position
The Utility Superintendent manages, supervises, and directs the construction, maintenance, repair, and upkeep of water distribution, water production, wastewater treatment, and wastewater collection systems. The role also provides professional and technical staff assistance to the Department Director and Assistant Director. The position receives functional direction from the Assistant Public Works Director, general supervision from the Public Works Director, and directly and indirectly supervises water and wastewater utility field operations staff. The superintendent plans and directs water and wastewater division work, monitors regulatory compliance, evaluates operations, prepares and reviews cost estimates, orders materials, responds to public inquiries, coordinates with City departments and outside agencies, reviews service requests, assists with facility plans and specifications, maintains records, administers the division budget, and selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates staff. Other related duties may be assigned. The work takes place in office and field environments and involves exposure to a range of physical and environmental hazards. It includes operating a dump truck and motor vehicle in City traffic, communicating in person and by two-way radio, and physical activities such as walking, lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, kneeling, reaching, and fine finger manipulation.
Requirements
- Five years of responsible experience in the construction and maintenance of water and wastewater utility systems.
- Three years of supervisory experience.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain within two years, a Class B Water License and a Class B Wastewater Treatment Operators License.
- Valid Texas Driver’s License.
- Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in construction, maintenance, and repair of water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
- Knowledge of basic engineering principles and practices related to water and wastewater systems.
- Knowledge of scheduling and assigning work for water and wastewater personnel and providing effective customer relations.
- Knowledge of potable water production, including well operations, chlorination, and storage.
- Knowledge of federal and state water quality standards governing potable water and wastewater.
- Knowledge of safe operating procedures for water and wastewater system construction and maintenance.
- Knowledge of organization, administration, budgeting, and personnel management principles and techniques.
- Knowledge of computerized work order management systems.
- Ability to estimate service requirements and implement decisions.
- Ability to plan, schedule, and direct water and wastewater utility construction and repair work.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
- Ability to understand applicable codes, laws, and regulations governing division work.
- Ability to respond effectively to emergencies.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to perform the stated physical and field duties, including operating a dump truck and motor vehicle through City traffic.
Nice To Haves
- An associate or bachelor’s degree in environmental technology, engineering, business administration, or a related field is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Plan, implement, and direct water and wastewater division work, including water and sewer line construction and maintenance, water production, and wastewater treatment.
- Monitor program compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Evaluate division operations and methods for providing water and wastewater utility services.
- Prepare and review cost estimates for new service installations and maintenance activities.
- Order materials used in water and wastewater division operations.
- Respond to public complaints and inquiries.
- Coordinate division programs with other City departments and outside agencies.
- Review service call requests and determine appropriate action.
- Assist in developing plans and specifications for new facilities.
- Maintain Water and Wastewater Division operational and organizational records.
- Prepare and administer the division budget.
- Select, train, supervise, and evaluate subordinate personnel.
- Prepare reports, correspondence, and memoranda.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
