Construction Supervisor - Water Distribution

Job Title

Utilities – Water Distribution

Utilities/Field, Phenix City, AL

$22.27 - $30.13 Hourly

Full-Time Permanent

Under direction inspects vehicle and equipment to ensure proper operating condition, performs minor repairs and services, cleans and maintains as needed; operates equipment to include trencher, mole, tapping machines, crane and dump truck to perform installations and repairs; uses handhold equipment to include trencher, mole, tapping machines, crane and dump truck to perform installations and repairs; uses handhold equipment to perform various tasks;

locates and identifies utility lines before digging or installing new equipment; collects water samples and forwards to laboratory for testing; supervises and coordinates work crews, issues work assignments, trains crew and oversees installation and repairs; resolves minor work related problems and performs additional tasks in support of the department as needed or upon request.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statement of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required, assigned and expected aside from those set forth below to address operational needs and changing operational practices.

• Visually inspects crane truck, dump truck, service truck, tapping machines and mole to ensure proper operating condition.

• Performs minor maintenance on vehicles and equipment to include checking oil water and fluid levels, adds additional fluids if needed.

• Visually inspects tires to ensure no wear or damaged areas are visible; using air pressure gauge tests to ensure tires are properly inflated.

• Visually inspects tapping machines for cracks and damage; replaces rubber rings when necessary.

• Visually inspects mole to ensure sufficient amounts of fluids are present and air hoses are free of cracks and leaks.

• Inspects on board safety equipment to include signaling equipment and lights, fire extinguisher and reflectors.

• Performs minor lubrication services and advises mechanic of scheduled maintenance.

• Reports major equipment malfunctions to shop mechanic for repair.

• Performs minor repairs to include replacing blown lights, bulbs, and fuses.

• Uses pressure hose to clean exterior of vehicle, equipment and tools to remove mud, dirt, and debris; may use steam cleaner if necessary.

• Attends daily briefing to receive instructions on work assignments or special projects.

• Gathers tools, equipment, and supplies needed for repairs or installation and transports to worksite. Performs residential and commercial installation and repairs.

• Operates trencher to dig trenches for installation of water lines.

• Operates mole to dig holes for lines under streets or other areas where trenching is difficult.

• Connects pipes and seals with glands pack.

• Uses tapping machines to connect service lines to main water line.

• Operates air ratchets to secure nuts and bolts to meet pipe specifications.

• Operates crane truck to maneuver large pipes used in installations and set fire hydrants or water valves. Operates hand held packer to compress dirt after installations or repair.

• Drives dump truck to transport and dispose excess dirt and debris from worksite.

• Receives instruction on work assignments from superintendent before leaving work site.

• Contacts dispatcher to request line locates before beginning work.

• Using test tubes collects water samples and inserts chlorine tablet to determine source of the supply. Uses m-scope to determine area of leak.

• Acquires pure sample of water by heating end of pipe to kill bacteria before collecting samples.

• Repairs or replaces worn, broken or damaged water meters or parts if needed.

• Makes follow-up inspection to ensure installation and repairs meet required specifications.

Education & Experience Guidelines Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be:

Education/Training Have high school education, GED or demonstrated level of proficiency

Experience Previous supervisory experience

Licenses or Certifications Required Must possess a Valid Driver's License

• Water design and operations including installations.

• Organization and operational procedures of water division of Utilities Department.

• Various tools and equipment including tamps, air hammers and pipe saws.

• Utility safety rules and procedures.

• Policies, rules and regulations of the City of Phenix City.

• Read in order to comprehend operator manuals, directives, gauges and indicators.

• Write in order to prepare reports, work orders and similar non-complex documents.

• Verbally communicate in order to converse with supervisor and co-workers on work-related issues.

• Count, add, and subtract whole numbers.

• Safely and efficiently operate…