Full Job Description

Overview:
Under general direction, plans, assigns, organizes, supervises, and reviews the daily construction, operation, control, maintenance, and repair of the District’s water distribution and storage systems and infrastructure, wastewater collection and treatment systems and infrastructure, and District facilities; plans, prioritizes, and schedules capital improvement and maintenance projects; administers the District’s asset management program; provides responsible and complex administrative and operational assistance to the Operations Manager; and performs related work as required.

Duties:

• Supervises the work of assigned staff in the construction, operation, control, maintenance, and repair of water distribution and storage systems, wastewater collection and treatment systems and infrastructure, and District facilities; evaluates employee performance, counsels employees, and effectively recommends initial disciplinary action; assists in selection and promotion.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Monitors activities of assigned work unit; identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; provides recommendations concerning process changes; reviews with appropriate management staff; implements improvements.
• Trains staff in work and safety procedures and in the operation and use of equipment and supplies; implements procedures and standards; ensures that tools, equipment and vehicles are safely operated, maintained, and secured when not in use; schedules the service, repair, and replacement of tools and equipment.
• Determines and recommends equipment, materials, and staffing needs for assigned operations, maintenance, and repair projects and programs; procures equipment, materials, and /Operatools required to perform the work; participates in the annual budget preparation; prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justifications, as required.
• Inspects and verifies work in progress and completed work of assigned employees and contractors for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
• Supervises a variety of scheduled and emergency operations, maintenance, and repair activities of water distribution and storage systems, wastewater collection and treatment systems, and District facilities, including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System, pump stations, regulators, generators, wells, tanks, and other related facilities.
• Supervises water quality and sampling program; reviews results and reports; recommends system adjustments as necessary to ensure compliance with water quality standards.
• Oversees plan review for new construction and remodels by reviewing applicant’s plans for compliance with state codes and District standards.
• Supervises the inspection, installation, and repair of automated meter reading/infrastructure (AMR/AMI) water meters.
• Supervises the implementation of the District’s Sewer System Management Plan.
• Administers backflow and cross-connection inspection programs.
• Provides staff assistance to the Operations Manager by preparing and maintaining a variety of construction, maintenance, and repair reports, records, and files; ensures the proper documentation of activities.
• Assists operations and maintenance staff in emergency or relief situations.
• Ensures staff compliance with all District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills:

• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment review and evaluation, discipline, and the training of staff in work procedures.
• Principles and practices of water distribution, storage systems, wastewater collection, and treatment operations and maintenance program development and administration.
• Principles, practices, equipment, tools, and materials of water distribution, storage systems, wastewater collection, and treatment operations and maintenance.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Principles and practices of budget and capital improvement program development, administration, and accountability.
• Principles and practices of contract administration and evaluation.
• Occupational hazards and safety principles, practices, and procedures of water distribution, wastewater collection, and treatment systems and infrastructure, including related equipment and hazardous materials.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.

Education and Experience:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade and five years of increasingly responsible experience in maintenance, and repair of water and/or wastewater utilities infrastructure and related facilities, including two (3) years of supervisory experience.

Mandatory:

• Possession of a valid Grade III or higher:
• Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Drinking Water, OR
• Grade III Collections System Operator Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA).
• Achievement of both Grade III or higher Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Drinking Water or Grade III Collections System Operator Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) within twenty four months of appointment to the position.

Desired:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class A California Driver’s License.
• Possession of a valid Cross Connection Control Specialist Certificate issued by the California-Nevada Section America Water Works Association (AWWA).
• Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s.
• Possession of a Backflow Device Tester Certificate issued by the California-Nevada Section American Water Works Association (AWWA).

Physical Demands:

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to work in the field; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work, to work in confined spaces, around machines, to climb and descend ladders, to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment, and to operate a motor vehicle to visit various District and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards and to conduct field inspections of projects and work sites. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work in and inspect work sites. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 80 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.

Environmental Elements:

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to potentially hazardous physical substances. Employees also work in the field and are exposed to cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, loud noise levels, vibration, confining workspaces, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff, public and private representatives, and/or contractors in interpreting and enforcing District policies and procedures.

Working Conditions:

Required to be on-call and to work various shifts or emergencies during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

Join our team as an Operations Supervisor and play a key role in maintaining the essential services our community relies on, including water, wastewater, and parks.

Pay: $94,193.00 - $114,492.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

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Deadline: This position will remain open until filled.