Water Distribution Supervisor

City of Troy•Troy, MO

2d•$27 - $31

About The Position

This position is responsible for scheduling, maintenance, construction activities, and field work as a member of the Public Works crew. The supervisor may be asked to fulfill some responsibilities of the Director of Public Works in the Director’s absence. The role supervises and supports departmental personnel, manages work assignments and supplies, assists with projects and procurement, operates equipment, and installs and maintains the potable water distribution system.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least five years of progressive responsibility in water construction and maintenance experience is strongly recommended.
At least three years of supervisory experience is required as stated in the posting’s experience recommendation.
A valid Missouri CDL Class B with airbrakes and tanker endorsement, or the ability to obtain one.
Ability to obtain a Missouri DS3 license.
Must pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.
Must complete confined space training, competent person training/certification, vactor truck training, CCTV equipment training, and backhoe training.
Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices, project management, City purchasing policies, inventory management, and municipal government operations.
Knowledge of heavy equipment maintenance and use, water and wastewater system installation and repair, chemical handling, city street layout, basic construction techniques, civil engineering principles, relevant statutes, and basic mathematics.
Ability to manage personnel, equipment, supplies, and a departmental budget; develop bid specifications; and use a computer, MS Office, internet, and departmental programs.
Ability to operate heavy equipment, examine repair and maintenance issues and determine solutions, prioritize work, meet deadlines, communicate effectively orally and in writing, work autonomously and as a team member, handle multiple tasks and interruptions, and interact professionally with the public and others.
Some college or vocational training in civil engineering or a related field is encouraged.
An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Some college or vocational training in civil engineering or a related field.
At least five years of progressive responsibility in water construction and maintenance experience is strongly recommended.

Responsibilities

Assist with the daily supervision of employees, establish scheduling practices, and assign appropriate tasks.
Provide on-site supervision of the Public Works crew as directed, answer field questions from crew members and the public, and ensure proper work-zone signage is in place.
Ensure Public Works crews use appropriate safety equipment and procedures at project sites.
Assist with directing snow and ice removal operations.
Perform administrative duties related to departmental functions, including maintaining supply and equipment inventories, purchasing supplies in accordance with City policies, advising the Director of Public Works on project progress, assisting with departmental projects, developing bid specifications as directed, and completing required reports and paperwork.
Operate dump trucks and other large equipment, transport materials to and from work sites, and operate other equipment as required.
Install and maintain the potable water system; remove and replace distribution components as needed, determine whether they can be repaired or must be replaced, and ensure they operate properly.
Attend training and other professional development as needed or required.
Perform similar duties for other City departments as assigned and other duties as directed.
May fulfill some responsibilities of the Director of Public Works in the Director’s absence.