We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our Public Works Department, Water Division team as a Water Supervisor. The ideal candidate will possess a background in potable and recycled water distribution operations, demonstrating proficiency through their experience and certifications.
The ideal candidate would hold a minimum of a Water Distribution D4 Certification and a Water Treatment T2 Certification issued by the State of California Division of Drinking Water. Beyond these credentials, they would bring extensive experience in water distribution pipeline construction, along with a proven track record in preventative maintenance of water distribution facilities and proficiency in managing pumps and municipal water wells.
Our ideal candidate would have familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), maintenance planning, and budgeting, adding strategic value to our operational efficiency. Experience in development work and adeptness in interpreting construction plans are highly desirable qualities, showcasing adaptability and forward-thinking capabilities.
Leadership is necessary in this role, and the ideal candidate would have demonstrated experience in leading and supervising staff, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration to achieve operational excellence. A detail-oriented mindset is important, including the ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time and ensure timely completion through follow-up.
Experience in managing contractors and vendors would be valuable in contributing to continuous operational partnerships. Overall, we are seeking a candidate who brings professionalism, expertise, and a commitment to excellence in water distribution operations. If you are ready to make a significant impact and contribute to our mission, we encourage you to apply.
This position supervises, assigns, reviews, and participates in the work of staff responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of water distribution systems; ensures work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures; and performs the more technical and complex water distribution and construction tasks. Oversees and participates in inspection, testing, installing and repairing water facilities. Performs maintenance planning and preventative maintenance management using computerized maintenance management systems, prepares work orders and prepares a variety of forms and reports. Assists in developing budgets and work schedules and annual work plans.
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Knowledge of:- Operations, services and activities of a municipal water distribution system maintenance and repair program.
- Principles of supervision and training.
- Principles, practices, chemicals, and operating and maintenance procedures related to the operation and maintenance of water distribution systems; preventative maintenance and emergency repair procedures; water pipeline repair and testing procedures; and municipal policies, practices and procedures; safety practices and procedures; and recycled water systems.
- Principles and practices of water pipeline construction and related facilities, operation of construction equipment and tools.
- Principles and practices of water pumping, motors, VFDs, motor control centers and related equipment.
- Methods and techniques of water sampling.
- Principles and practices of customer service.
- Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
- Principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting.
- Basic principles of municipal budget preparation and administration.
- Water treatment systems and techniques and associated materials and equipment.
- Advanced methods and procedures to correct water quality issues.
- Advanced methods of performing diagnostic troubleshooting services.
- Advanced methods and techniques of performing preventative maintenance.
- Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
- Basics of SCADA system operation and control.
- Mathematical principles.
- Principles and procedures of record keeping.
- Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
- Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers, software and tablets.
- Computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, GIS and CMMS.
- Municipal policies, practices and procedures.
- Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
Ability to:- Supervise, organize and review the work of staff.
- Coordinate and direct the operation, maintenance and repair of water distribution systems. Coordinate construction operations for water pipelines and related facilities, preventative maintenance and repairs and diagnose problems with water systems.
- Understand, interpret and apply departmental policies, standards and procedures as well as applicable federal, state and local policies, laws and regulations.
- Install, inspect, operate and test water systems and equipment, including pipes, valves, hydrants, meters, backflows, pumps, motors, wells, tanks, and related equipment.
- Understand the City’s water system, and related water systems.
- Understand the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
- Understand the operation of a recycled water system.
- Operate and maintain equipment and systems related to the maintenance, repair and alterations of water distribution facilities.
- Interpret, explain and enforce City and departmental policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with Federal, State and local rules, laws and regulations.
- Read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and technical manuals.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Respond tactfully, clearly, concisely and appropriately to inquiries from the public, City staff, or other agencies on sensitive issues in area of responsibility.
- Prepare reports and correspondence.
- Prepare preventative maintenance records for water facilities.
- Operate office equipment including computers, phones, software and tablets.
- Operate and enter information on databases, GIS and CMMS.
- Respond to emergency and afterhours callouts.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education/Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Experience: Seven (7) years of experience in a related field, including at least one year of lead supervisory experience. Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in the construction, repair and maintenance of water pipelines and related facilities.
License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California Class A driver’s license with tanker endorsement. Possession of a D4 Water Distribution Operator Certificate and T2 Water Treatment Certificate, issued by the State of California Division of Drinking Water.
