Public Works - Water System Supervisor FT

Washington City•Washington, UT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of field supervisory and "unrestricted" journey level skilled duties related to the construction, installation, maintenance and repair of city water distribution systems, including lines and connections, wells, springs, hydrants, pump stations, etc. This role works under general supervision and provides supervision to Water System Operator(s) IV, III, II and I while in training or on a project-by-project basis.

Requirements

Graduation from high school.
Two (2) years of specialized training and the completion of level "IV" Water Distribution Operator Certification.
Eight (8) years' experience in construction, maintenance or repair of water distribution systems.
Considerable knowledge of operating basic manual and power tools.
Considerable knowledge of standard practices, methods, materials, and tools necessary for pipeline construction and repair activities.
Considerable knowledge of pipe fitting procedures, pipe classifications, and types.
Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of trench work construction and pipeline maintenance work.
Considerable knowledge of hazards common to heavy equipment operation.
Considerable knowledge of drain system construction methods.
Considerable knowledge of water supply and distribution systems.
Considerable knowledge of construction requirements for water distribution and pumping systems.
Considerable knowledge of hazards associated with water treatment chemicals.
Considerable knowledge of sewer line chemical cleaning procedures and associated hazards.
Considerable knowledge of state or federal regulations governing installation and maintenance of water systems.
Considerable knowledge of water quality laws.
Considerable knowledge of interpersonal communication skills.
Working knowledge of principles of supervision and worker motivation.
Ability to operate heavy equipment of various kinds under varying conditions.
Ability to make minor repairs on assigned vehicles.
Ability to perform heavy physical labor.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, elected officials, local agencies, and the general public.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work from blueprints.
Ability to tolerate weather extremes in the work environment.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations in reading and using various meters, gauges, and related devices.
Must possess a class IV Water System Operator certification within 6 months of hire.
Must be a certified flagger.
Must possess a valid commercial driver's license.
Must be able to lift 50-75 pounds.
Must be willing to work on-call duty and 24-hour standby.

Responsibilities

Performs as project foreman, receiving daily work assignments and delegating tasks to the crew.
Oversees work quality and ensures timely completion of assigned projects.
Makes recommendations affecting employment status, including retention, advancement, discipline, and discharge.
Determines needed materials and equipment for projects.
Coordinates efforts with other department divisions and makes field decisions to remedy problems and emergencies.
Directs cleaning of reservoirs and manages interactions with the public.
Conducts field training to enhance crew efficiency and effectiveness.
Supervises department personnel, implements department policy and rules, and informs personnel of new procedures and policy changes.
Assists in the development of the department budget and purchases supplies, chemicals, and materials.
Monitors division expenditures.
Performs inspection of City waterworks, including mains, storage reservoirs, and water meters.
Runs flow, pressure, and related tests of the system and works closely with the Superintendent on new line extensions.
Responds to emergency calls twenty-four hours a day, determining necessary personnel and materials, and maintaining daily records of work performed.
Operates various types of heavy equipment such as six or ten wheel transport trucks, backhoe, rollers, and trenching equipment.
Performs installation or repair of water service connections, water lines, valves, and meters.
Repairs or replaces fire hydrants and water meters.
Repairs water mains, cleans and maintains storage tanks, and cleans reservoirs.
Connects and disconnects service, searches out shut-off valves and water line leaks.
Assists in the placement of pipe and water regulators.
Removes, disassembles, cleans, or replaces defective parts of regulators and adjusts pilot valves.
Installs new water lines using backhoe, pipe threader, tapping machine, welder, pipe cutting saw, and pipe and cable locator.
Tears out and repairs curb, gutter, and street in locating and uncovering broken lines.
Builds meter boxes and extensions to raise or lower existing boxes.
Operates a variety of hand tools and small power equipment such as jackhammers, rollers, compressors, packing machines, tampers, and tapping machines.
Cleans tools and equipment to assure proper working order.
Maintains pump houses and repairs water/booster pumps.
Removes and disassembles pumps, cleans and replaces defective parts, greases bearings, adjusts packing, and reinstalls in pump housing.
Reads residential and commercial water meters for billing purposes.
Performs field and shop repairs on water meters, including removal, disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, and testing.
Sets blue stake markers.
Coordinates "blue stake" projects to assist contractors and property owners.
Participates in work zone safety procedures, flags oncoming vehicles, and sets up warning signs and signalization equipment.
Monitors division supplies and conducts inventory of parts and equipment.
Performs other duties as required.