Water distribution supervisor
Location
Redlands, CA | United States
Job description
Description
Under direction, plans, coordinates, and directs the operation and repairs of the potable and non-potable distribution system; supervises distribution crews; participates in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water utility systems; coordinates the work of staff involved in the maintenance and repair of water utility systems; assists with additional utilities projects; provides staff support to the Municipal Utilities and Engineering Department managerial staff. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.
Examples of Duties
Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Plans, organizes, supervises, integrates and evaluates the work of assigned staff;
- Develops, implements and monitors work plans to achieve goals and objectives;
- Contributes to the development of and monitors performance against the annual department budget;
- Assists with developing, implementing and evaluating plans, work processes, systems and procedures to achieve annual goals, objectives and work standards;
- Establishes performance standards and personal development targets;
- Regularly monitors performance and provides coaching for performance improvement and development;
- Subject to management concurrence: takes disciplinary action, and addresses performance deficiencies, in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding and Rules and Regulations;
- Provides day-to-day leadership and works with staff to ensure a high performance, customer service-oriented work environment that supports achieving the Department's and City's mission, strategic plan, objectives and values;
- Participates in the preparation of the Division's annual operating and capital outlay budget requests;
- Monitors expenditures against goals and objectives;
- Recommends budgetary changes to meet changing conditions;
- Prepares special and recurring reports,spreadsheets, charts, graphs and memos;
- Develops recommendations to improve the operation of the departments water production, treatment, storage, transmission and distribution systems and facilities;
- Coordinates division activities with other divisions, departments and agencies;
- Ensures compliance of unit work to pertinent codes, regulations and guidelines;
- Provides technical assistance to staff;
- Confers with and advises the Water Distribution Superintendent and other Utilities managerial staff regarding water transmission and distribution needs and requirements;
- Researches and monitors technical developments in techniques, equipment, supplies and material used in transmission and distribution of potable and non potable water;
- Inspects operations and projects to ensure conformance with standards and specifications;
- Ensures the Departments safety program and goals are implemented and carried out in the Water Distribution Section;
- Develops and proposes safety requirements to be carried out in the Department;
- Reviews design plans and specifications for water system facilities to ensure conformance with operations and maintenance needs;
- Serves as the Water Distribution Superintendent in his/her absence; and
- Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Experience:
- Five years of responsible experience in water distribution system maintenance, construction, and operation, including two years of supervisory or leadership experience.
Education:
- Equivalent to a high school diploma, supplemented by specialized training in construction/maintenance technology.
- Some college level coursework in a related field.
Licenses and Certificates:
- Possession of a Water Distribution Operator Grade D4 Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board.
- Possession of a Water Treatment Operator Grade T2 Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board.
- Possess and maintain valid California driver's license.
Special Requirements:
Essential functions and duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:
- Ability to work in a standard office environment; ability to travel to different sites and locations;
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, and lift up to 100 lbs.;
- Exposure to heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining work space, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, and traffic hazards;
- Ability to distinguish color and wear protective apparel;
Supplemental Information
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS
Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the minimum qualifications of the position. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skills, training, and experience for the position.
Employment application must be completed and submitted online. Applicants must list current and past work experience. Do not indicate “See Resume”.
Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees must be submitted online with your application. Applicants are responsible for attaching proof of education, certification, and/or license to each position for which they apply.
The following documents are required for this position:
1. Water Distribution Operator Grade D4 or higher Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board
2. Water Treatment Operator Grade T2 or higher Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board
3. College transcripts verifying coursework in a related field
An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. This evaluation must be submitted by the application deadline.
Failure to provide all required documents will result in elimination from the selection process.
Please note, the City of Redlands’ preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which may include a drug/alcohol screening depending upon job classification). The City of Redlands utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Julie Maher, [email protected]
Benefits associated with this position include:
- Medical Insurance – City pays between $750 and $1950 p/mo for employees and eligible dependents depending upon level of coverage;
- Dental Insurance – City pays monthly premium for employees and eligible dependents; 2 plans
- Vision Reimbursement – up to $300 per year
- State Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance - $25,000
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment - $25,000
- The City participates in Social Security
- Vacation Leave – 80 hours accrued in first year
- Sick Leave – 96 hours annually
- 14 Paid Holidays plus 4 Floating Holidays
- Longevity Pay
- Credit Union
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program - $2000 per fiscal year
- Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) – 2% @ 55 for employees who are considered a " classic " member of Cal PERS or a current member of another California public retirement system who is hired on or after January 1, 2013.
- Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) – 2% @ 62 for an employee who becomes a " new " member of Cal PERS for the first time on or after January 1, 2013 and who was not a member of another California public retirement system prior to that date; employee contributes half of the contribution rate.
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