Summary
Supervises the Water/Wastewater crew by performing the following duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervises 1-4 individuals on the water/wastewater crew out in the field to ensure all work tasks and objectives are completed as planned and required.
- Performs work in the operation and maintenance of the water/wastewater collections and distribution with a high level of responsibility.
- Has a working knowledge of the City of Lancaster's water/wastewater system.
- Logs work orders, water bypasses, leaks, and main breaks.
- Oversees and assists in the installation, maintenance, repair, or replacement of water/wastewater mains or services.
- Resolves customer complaints due to water leaks or sewage stoppages.
- Trains employees in the proper operation, maintenance, installation, and repair of the water and wastewater systems.
- Helps locate water and sewer lines for other utilities.
- Enters confined spaces using gas measuring systems.
- Performs some administrative work in connection with processing records on pumpage, inventory control, and daily records.
- Works in collaboration with Foreman, keeping the Foreman informed as various work tasks and situations arise.
- Available for 24 hours per day, 7 days a week unscheduled, on call status pending a water/waste water response situation.
- Assigned as primary on-call responder once per month as scheduled.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Directly supervises employees in the Water/Wastewater. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid Class B (CDL) Drivers License
Class C Water License
Class II Wastewater Collection License
Confined Space Attendant Certification