Utility Supervisor

The Utility Supervisor will assign, direct, and control the work activities of personnel performing equipment operations, technical skills and manual labor while controlling those tasks required to perform construction, maintenance and repair of the City’s water and wastewater system. The supervisor will communicate orally and in writing with various departments, other utilities, contractors, and citizens concerning job‑related tasks and assignments.

• Assigns, directs, and controls all work activities of equipment operators and skilled labor that perform work on the City’s water and wastewater systems. Inspects all work being performed by subordinates to ensure it is completed according to City and department standards and policies.
• Operates and instructs in the operation of all vehicles, equipment and machinery used in the construction, installation, maintenance and repair of the City’s water and wastewater system.
• Reviews plans and specifications of drawings to insure proper installation along with the director, assistant director, and engineers.
• Compiles information for the final “AS-BUILT” drawings of the City’s water and wastewater systems.
• Insures that all rules, regulations and policies of the City and department are followed.
• Observes and enforces all safety requirements involved in construction, maintenance and repair of the City’s water and wastewater systems, including but not limited to: confined spaces, trenches, equipment operation, machinery operation, vehicle operation, compressors and use of all pneumatic tools.
• Performs job performance evaluations on subordinates, setting goals, objectives and improvements needed in their specific job description.
• Enforces all rules and regulations and reports all violations as directed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
• Utilizes various line locate equipment to spot City water and sewer lines for outside contractors.
• Regular attendance at work and arrival on time.
• Performs all other job‑related duties as assigned or as become apparent.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and transport self from site to site.
• Ability to drive various types of equipment and vehicles to and from various worksites.
• Work in extreme temperatures; standing, walking, bending, kneeling, twisting, climbing, and lifting to maintain or repair the system.
• Work with chemicals, electrical, mechanical and traffic hazards.
• Work in confined spaces, trenches and in streets where extreme hazards exist while performing duties.
• Frequently perform heavy lifting and carrying of materials weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Exposure to dirt, dust, noises, fumes, odors, water and mud.
• Must be able to walk on slippery, loose, uneven, and sloped surfaces.

Education and Experience

Must have a High School diploma or equivalent. Associate degree in a related field is preferred. Five years supervisory experience is required.

• Operating and repairing various vehicles, equipment, and machinery.
• General office policies, procedures, and practices.
• Customer service principles, practices, and etiquette.
• Work safety policies, procedures, and practices.
• Conflict negotiation and management practices and methods.
• Supervisory principles and practices.

• Reading and comprehending written materials such as chemical labels, instruction/operation manuals and policies.
• Writing clear and concise correspondence, reports, and complete forms.
• Providing effective supervision, leadership, and direction to assigned staff.
• Interacting tactfully and professionally with City staff, outside agencies, and the public.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

• Class II Collection License and a Grade C Distribution license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) are required.
• Valid Class B commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsement required.
• Driving record that meets City guidelines.

Mid‑Senior Level

Full‑time

Other

Government Administration