Assistant Field Operations Manager – Water & Sewer Operations

Description Position Description

The Assistant Field Operations Manager – Water/Sewer supports the planning, coordination, and execution of municipal water and sewer field operations. This role assists with regulatory compliance, field inspections, construction oversight, staff coordination, and day‑to‑day operational support to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable standards and regulations.

• Assist with oversight of water and sewer system field activities, including inspections, testing, sampling, and emergency repairs.
• Support compliance with EGLE requirements and applicable municipal, state, and industry standards.
• Assist in identifying leaks, service issues, and construction deficiencies; support corrective actions.
• Help coordinate traffic control, safety measures, and emergency response activities as needed.
• Maintain accurate field logs, reports, and documentation.
• Support daily field scheduling, route assignments, and work prioritization.
• Assist with contractor coordination, material verification, and change request reviews.

• Assist with cost tracking, progress reporting, and schedule updates.
• Support proposal development, cost estimates, and documentation.
• Assist with invoicing support and coordination with finance as needed.

• Provide leadership and direction to the team, including accountability for the growth and development of talent in the organization.
• Allocate workload within the project team, ensuring all team members are fully utilized.
• Act as a mentor to team members within the department and throughout the organization.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Active Michigan S1 or S2 Water Operator License (or ability to obtain).
• Minimum ten (10) years’ experience as an Operator in Charge or equivalent experience with water works systems.
• Working knowledge of water distribution systems, sanitary sewers, construction practices, and safety standards.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to respond to after‑hours emergencies as needed.

• Assist with enforcing safety policies and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Provide guidance and on‑the‑job support to field staff and inspectors.
• Coordinate with internal departments, contractors, and municipal representatives.
• Combination of office and field work; frequent exposure to outdoor conditions and construction environments.
• May require after‑hours and emergency response support.
• Ability to perform physical tasks associated with field inspections and site work.