Utility Maintenance Supervisor- wastewater lines

Utility Maintenance Supervisor

We are hiring a Utility Maintenance Supervisor for our wastewater lines crew. This job takes hard work and grit. If you know, you know. This supervisor will support a small team of about 10 people that focus on inspections of new wastewater installs, sewer main washing, grease trap inspections, and root control. You would be fortunate to have a team comprised on seasoned professionals along side new folks making a career change who need coaching and mentoring to grow into this profession.

As a supervisor we expect you to lead by example.

Under general direction, plans, directs, and inspects the repair and maintenance of the raw water supply facilities, water treatment facilities, pump stations, storage systems and facilities, water distribution systems and facilities, wastewater collection systems and facilities, and water meter shop and facilities.

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

• Evaluates operational effectiveness; recommends improvements; prepares preventive maintenance reports on operations and activities.
• Sets schedules, prioritizes work, and directly supervises maintenance crews. Develops and implements preventive maintenance schedules. Supervises maintenance crews in emergency repairs.
• Implements division goals and objectives; reviews and submits weekly and monthly schedules and progress reports.
• Develops budgets and maintains records of operations and maintenance of activities.
• Participates in budget preparation and administration. Prepares costs estimates and submits justification reports for budget requests.
• Monitors and controls expenditures. Reviews plans and specifications for new and replacement equipment and facilities.
• Supervises and directs the activities of assigned staff; makes recommendations regarding hiring, discipline, termination or advancement of employees. Schedules employees, assigns work, and monitors progress; guides, trains and develops employees in the accomplishment of their duties and professional growth; evaluates performance. Promotes effective communications.
• Develops and implements routine maintenance functions.
• Develops record systems and maintains records of maintenance, inventory, repairs and construction projects.
• Reviews or prepares plans and specifications for contract work and inspects work performed for compliance to standards.
• Supervises and ensures compliance with City Code, State statutes, and Federal regulations.
• Aids the Division Manager in the preparation of budget forecasts and justification for staffing, materials, and equipment requirements; approves and tracks purchases of material and equipment; monitors and maintains inventory.
• Attends technical and staff meetings on behalf of the division.
• Responds appropriately to inquiries, concerns or complaints from the public.
• Maintains an effective working relationship with other stakeholders and provides a high level of customer service.
• Promotes staff development by providing technical training.
• Maintains a clean, safe working environment. Models, trains, and ensures adherence to safe work methods.
• Responds to emergencies and performs after-hours work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

In addition to previous

Essential Functions:

• Schedules and supervises water main flushing, water break repairs, fire hydrant maintenance and valve exercising.
• Schedules and supervises the Drought Program when required.
• May operate heavy equipment when necessary or on a fill-in basis;…