Water Department ROINC​/Foreman

Overview

City of Wilmington

Job Description – Water Crew Foreman ROINC

Job Title:

Water Crew Foreman ROINC

Department:
Water

Reports To:

Public Works Director

Employment Status:
Bargaining Unit – AFSCME General Unit

Pay Rate per Hour: $47.12 per hour plus annual pay raises as negotiated per AFSCME Contract. This position does qualify for overtime pay.

Hours:

7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Hours may change to meet operational needs, including call-backs and shift changes, as outlined in the AFSCME Bargaining Agreement.

The Water Crew Foreman ROINC serves as the lead operator and supervisor for the City’s water treatment and distribution systems. This position functions as the Responsible Operator in Charge (ROINC), ensuring all operations are compliant with IEPA regulations and all testing, reporting, and maintenance activities are completed in a timely and accurate manner. The Foreman oversees all personnel within the Water Department and serves as the direct liaison to the Public Works Director.

The following duties are essential. Other responsibilities may be assigned:

• Operations & Compliance
• Operate all aspects of the Water Treatment Plant and Pumping Stations
• Maintain water quality in accordance with IEPA/EPA regulatory standards
• Adjust chemical feed rates to ensure safe, compliant drinking water
• Conduct and record all required sampling and testing
• Maintain logs and submit accurate and timely regulatory reports to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA)
• Ensure that all IEPA-required water samples are collected, documented, and submitted in full compliance with applicable regulatory timelines and protocols
• Monitor system performance and make operational adjustments as needed
• Utilize SCADA, PLCs, VFDs, and automated systems to manage treatment and distribution
• Ensure full compliance with backflow prevention programs and all City ordinances related to water and sewer services

• Supervision & Personnel Management
• Manage and direct all water department personnel, including plant operators, distribution crew, and meter technicians
• Assign, delegate, and oversee completion of all work tasks and projects
• Provide leadership, training, and mentorship to department staff
• Assist in performance evaluations, recommend training, and support hiring efforts
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure adherence to OSHA and city safety standards
• Maintain work schedules, crew rotations, and coverage for call-outs or emergencies
• Serve as point-of-contact for operational issues and communicate them directly to the Public Works Director
• Prepare and submit annual operational and capital improvement budgets for the water department to the Public Works Director for review and consideration

• Infrastructure Maintenance & Repairs
• Oversee all repair, maintenance, and inspection work on water plant systems and distribution infrastructure
• Manage valve exercising, hydrant flushing, water main and service line repairs
• Coordinate installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of water meters and remote metering systems
• Maintain accurate inventory of tools, equipment, chemicals, and spare parts
• Develop and monitor capital improvement plans, system modifications, and construction projects

• Emergency & After-Hours Response
• Respond to emergency water issues such as main breaks, plant failures, and boil orders
• Maintain readiness for after-hours call-outs and provide leadership during critical and emergency response efforts

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory or management experience in water, wastewater, or public works operations
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
• Strong knowledge of IEPA regulations, water quality standards, and system operations
• Proficient in troubleshooting and maintaining water treatment processes, distribution systems, and metering equipment

• Valid Illinois Driver’s License (CDL preferred)
• Valid Class A In-Training IEPA Water Treatment Certificate/License required (Class A preferred)
• If the selected candidate does not already…