Water Superintendent

City of Troy•Troy, MO

8d•$36 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Manages and oversees the maintenance of water department and cemetery operations, completion of complex projects, and work on capital projects. This role involves developing and managing the departmental budget, supervising departmental personnel, performing administrative duties related to departmental functions, maintaining water system components, overseeing City Cemetery operations, participating in public relations and education, and overseeing the City's safety programs. The position may also occasionally serve as an equipment operator or perform duties for other City departments as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least five years of progressively responsible water or wastewater construction or maintenance experience.
At least three years of supervisory experience.
Valid Class B commercial driver's license with airbrakes certification.
Ability to obtain a class C Missouri Water Operator's license.
Ability to obtain a class C Wastewater Operator's license.
Ability to obtain a DS3 license.
Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices, and procedures.
Knowledge of project management practices and procedures.
Knowledge of City's purchasing policies and procedures.
Knowledge of inventory management principles and methods.
Knowledge of proper maintenance, repair, and use of heavy equipment (aerial bucket lift truck, tandem axle dump truck, skid loader).
Knowledge of minor mechanical repairs on trucks and machinery.
Knowledge of proper installation, maintenance, and repair of water and wastewater systems.
Knowledge of proper storage and use of various chemicals.
Knowledge of lift station operations and maintenance.
Knowledge of basic civil engineering for determining and digging grades.
Knowledge of basic environmental standards for water, sewer, and wastewater treatment systems.
Knowledge of the layout of city streets.
Knowledge of turf management principles and practices.
Knowledge of basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and concrete techniques.
Knowledge of maintenance methods of grounds, buildings, and equipment.
Knowledge of basic equipment maintenance and repair.
Knowledge of basic civil engineering principles.
Knowledge of proper materials and equipment.
Knowledge of Federal and state statutes concerning the work of the department.
Mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication as well as algebraic and geometric functions.
Knowledge of general functions and operations of municipal government.
Ability to apply supervisory techniques to practical situations.
Ability to manage a departmental budget.
Ability to develop bid specifications.
Ability to effectively negotiate contracts and other agreements.
Ability to effectively manage personnel, equipment, and supplies to maximize departmental efficiency.
Ability to read and interpret engineering grades.
Ability to use various types of heavy equipment (aerial bucket lift truck, tandem axle dump truck, skid loader).
Ability to complete required testing on water pressure, flow, and static pressure for fire hydrants.
Ability to accurately locate buried water lines.
Ability to install, maintain, and repair water and sewer system components.
Ability to follow procedures to maintain vehicles and equipment.
Ability to use various types of equipment (weedeaters, blowers, tractors).
Ability to examine a repair or maintenance issue and determine an effective solution.
Ability to use common sense.
Ability to pay attention to detail.
Ability to complete detailed work accurately.
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of people.
Ability to meet specified deadlines.
Ability to prioritize daily workflow.
Ability to work as a team member with other employees.
Ability to communicate effectively with others, both oral and written.
Ability to work autonomously when necessary.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions.
Ability to deal with others in a professional manner.
Ability to maintain professional composure in heated situations.
Ability to develop, implement, and follow departmental and City policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Some college or vocational training in civil engineering or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develops and manages the departmental budget, including proposing line items, tracking expenditures, and preparing for the annual budget.
Supervises all employees, establishing scheduling practices, assigning tasks, completing performance evaluations, tracking leave time, overseeing discipline, and assuring professional development.
Performs administrative duties, including maintaining inventories, purchasing supplies, advising the City Administrator on project progress, developing bid specifications, and completing required reports and paperwork.
Maintains water system components, including well houses, equipment, facility cleanliness, proper pressure and chemical balance, water tower levels, troubleshooting malfunctions, and refilling necessary chemicals.
Installs and maintains the potable water system, checking and maintaining components, removing and replacing them when needed, and ensuring proper operation.
Oversees City Cemetery operations, including selling plots, maintaining records, marking plots, meeting with families, and assuring proper maintenance.
Participates in public relations and education by communicating with stakeholders, attending meetings, and providing technical assistance on water and wastewater issues.
Oversees the City's safety programs (excluding the Police Department), including preparing agendas, distributing minutes, scheduling training, maintaining safety files, and completing annual safety evaluations.
May occasionally serve as an equipment operator or perform duties for other City departments as assigned.
Performs other duties as directed.