UTILITY AREA SUPERINTENDENT

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License. Some positions may require a valid California Class A driver's license.

Possession of a valid California Grade D2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate.

Possession of a valid California Grade T2 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate within twelve (12) months from date of appointment.

Possession of a valid California Grade 2 Wastewater Treatment Operator Certificate within twelve (12) months from date of appointment.

Possession of a valid Wastewater Collection Certificate, California Grade T3 Water Treatment Operator Certificate and a Grade 3 Wastewater Treatment Operator Certificate is desirable.

Incumbent must maintain compliance with California mandated licensing and certification requirements for this position.

Education and Experience:

Five (5) years of full-time increasingly responsible experience in public utility construction and maintenance work, including at least three (3) years in a lead or supervisory capacity.

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university is preferred.

UTILITY AREA SUPERINTENDENT

Under general direction, plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and reviews the operation, maintenance, construction, and repair of water/wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, and lines; outlines work projects and schedules work assignments; develops and implements operations and maintenance procedures; oversees and coordinates compliance functions for assigned water/wastewater systems; evaluates and develops reports on laboratory tests; responsible for the management and supervision of a special districts administration (special districts) service area within Lake County; provides supervision, training, and work evaluation for assigned staff; assists the Deputy Special District Administrator with the general planning and management of water treatment and distribution facilities, sewage systems, and wastewater treatment plants; and performs related duties, as assigned.

This is a supervisory classification responsible for the oversight and supervision of a special district service area. Incumbents are responsible for water/wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, and lines operations, maintenance, and construction within a designated area of the county, as well as ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Incumbents are also responsible for providing general management and administrative assistance to the Deputy Special District Administrator.

Receives general direction from the Deputy Special District Administrator. Exercises direct or general supervision over technical, and project staff.

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

• Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, and evaluates the work of assigned staff.

• Recommends selection of staff; provides for training and development; conducts performance evaluations; and administers discipline, as required.
• Plans, organizes, directs, and supervises the operation, maintenance, inspection, and construction of water/wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, and lines within an assigned special districts service area; develops, recommends, and implements work processes, standards, and operating policies and practices.

• Ensures compliance of assigned wastewater systems with state-wide regulations for Statewide General Waste Discharge requirements, including Sanitary Sewer Management Plans; maintains environmental compliance within operational area.
• Conducts inspections of facilities and lines; determines extent and costs of repairs; reports and provides solutions for operational deficiencies.
• Schedules and prioritizes assigned service area workload and works with the Deputy Special District Administrator in projecting and assessing general maintenance and operation workloads.
• Assesses the types and kinds of equipment needed for construction and maintenance projects; assists with development of equipment specifications and bid requests.
• Assists in the development and preparation of the annual budget for special district operation, maintenance, and construction functions; monitors expenditures.
• Inspects projects for propercompletion and work quality standards.
• Oversees the maintenance and repair of equipment and vehicles; purchases materials and supplies.
• Coordinates service area responsibilities with other County departments and divisions, as well as outside agencies.
• Assists the Special District Administrator with the general planning and development of new facilities, systems, and equipment.
• Develops operational data and reports.
• Responds to citizen complaints, concerns, and questions regarding service area operations, as well as maintenance and construction projects.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• 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 leadership.

• Federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and environmental compliance requirements applicable to the operation, maintenance, construction, and repair of public utilities.
• Regulatory requirements related to Statewide General Waste Discharge requirements, including the completion of the Sanitary Sewer Management Plan.
• Provisions of the California Vehicle Code relating to the operation of medium and heavy equipment.
• Methods, tools, equipment, materials, and work practices involved in the operation, maintenance, construction, and repair of water/wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, and lines.
• Operation and routine maintenance of construction equipment including loaders, graders, trucks, rollers, and related equipment.
• Principles of budget preparation and monitoring.
• Hazardous material handling and safe work practices.
• Customer service principles and techniques.
• Written and oral communications skills.
• Computers and software programs (e.g., Microsoft software applications) to conduct research, assess information, and/or prepare documentation.
• Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction.

Abili Ability to:

• Select and supervise staff, provide training and development opportunities, ensure work is performed effectively, and evaluate performance in an objective and positive manner.
• Assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls for the department and assigned area(s) of responsibility.
• Oversee and direct the operation, maintenance, construction, and repair of public utilities within a designated service area of the county.
• Inspect public utilities and determine operational problems, requisite operational changes, and the extent of necessary repairs.
• Oversee and coordinate wastewater compliance functions, especially those related to the Statewide General Waste Discharge requirements and the Sanitary Sewer Management Plan.
• Read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Estimate time, materials, and equipment needed to perform construction and maintenance work.
• Develop and maintain operational, time, and equipment records.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Effectively represent special districts in contacts with the public.
• Regularly work well under pressure, meeting critical deadlines.
• Utilize a computer, relevant software applications, and/or other equipment as assigned to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License. Some positions may require a valid California Class A driver's license.

Possession of a valid California Grade D2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate.

Possession of a valid California Grade T2 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate within twelve (12) months from date of appointment.

Possession of a valid California Grade 2 Wastewater Treatment Operator Certificate within twelve (12) months from date of appointment.

Possession of a valid Wastewater Collection Certificate, California Grade T3 Water Treatment Operator Certificate and a Grade 3 Wastewater Treatment Operator Certificate is desirable.

Incumbent must maintain compliance with California mandated licensing and certification requirements for this position.

Education and Experience:

Five (5) years of full-time increasingly responsible experience in public utility construction and maintenance work, including at least three (3) years in a lead or supervisory capacity.

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university is preferred.

The County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Incumbents generally work outside of a typical office environment and may be exposed to extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation; underground, confined, or restricted workspaces.

Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.

Incumbents are subject to drug and/or alcohol testing and must comply with all applicable drug and alcohol policies, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations.

A successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a background check prior to the appointment. Depending upon the posi...