Water Distribution​/Waste-Water Collection Supervisor

Coordinates and supervises employees performing water distribution and sewer collection maintenance and repair activities, including construction of new water and sewer lines; repairs of system leaks; and water meter installation, reading and repair. Troubleshoots water distribution and sewer collection problems, such as leaks and blockages. Isolates problem areas and determines needed repairs.

Under limited supervision, supervises employees performing a variety of skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled water/wastewater line maintenance and construction work. Performs a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled operations and maintenance functions related to potable water distribution piping, pressure reducing valves, fire hydrants, water shutoff valves, booster pumps, potable water delivery meters, gravity sanitary sewers, wastewater pump stations, and wastewater pressure lines.

Non-exempt FLSA. Primary and secondary job responsibilities will be decided by the Utility Manager. Primary responsibilities will be in Water Distributions area and Secondary responsibilities will be in Wastewater Collection area.
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services.
• Performs on-site inspections of line construction and repairs, inspects water and sewer taps along with system construction performed by contractors in new developments, marks utilities for other construction operations, may work in confined spaces, and is responsible for maintenance of assigned vehicle.
• Performs duties of employees supervised as needed.
• Sometimes performs duties in adverse weather and under hazardous traffic conditions.
• Performs a variety of public relations functions including providing service information to contractors, plumbers, and property owners, and responding to customer complaints and service needs.
• Maintains records of maintenance operations, Notifies GIS tech for map updates for system construction and modifications.
• Maintains inventory of materials and equipment and oversees maintenance of equipment and grounds.
• Primary designation of job responsibilities will be decided by the Utility Manager, and those primary responsibilities will be either Wastewater Collection or Water Distribution area. The supervisor will need to be able to function in both areas as a supervisor to cover big projects, vacations, sick, or other leaves.
• Supervises the Water Distribution and WW Collections areas in the department such as but not limited to supervision of employees, troubleshooting of water and collection problems, and using specialized sewer cameras.
• Recommends to Utility Manager the hiring, firing, and disciplinary action of employees, evaluates subordinates, and may make recommendations during the preparation of department budget; may handle department purchasing projects or procedures.

• Attends all regular meetings of the Village Council; attends special meetings of the Village Council, departments, or administration at which attendance may be required.
• Assists in the training of the Village personnel in utilities systems and techniques.
• Performs complex research and prepares associated reports on water and sewer issues impacting the Village of Ruidoso to the Utility Director and Management.
• Addresses citizen complaints and resolves problems.
• Ensures that staff are properly trained to perform essential job functions and to work safely, which includes guiding and developing employees and overseeing safety issues.
• Responsible for a maintenance program for assigned vehicles and special equipment for the water distribution/sewer collection division; ensures equipment is operational and properly maintained.
• Completes personal timesheet accurately and timely enters time in Employee Self Service software daily/weekly and ensures time is reported based on actual time worked.
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