Water Distribution Foreman

Summary:
The foreman for the Water Distribution crew is responsible for supervising a crew of workers involved in the installation, maintenance, and repair of a water distribution system, including tasks like locating leaks, replacing pipes, managing valve operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and overseeing daily operations to maintain consistent water pressure and quality across a designated area; they typically plan work schedules, assign tasks, and ensure proper documentation of repairs and maintenance activities

What you’ll do:

• Manages and participates in installation, repair and maintenance of underground water mains and other associated components including hydrants, meters, water mains, water service lines, valves and pumps
• Manages, participates in and trains employees in the operation of appropriate motor and other equipment including back hoes, trucks, drills, tapping machines, and locating devices
• Assists in the coordination and inspection of work performed by contractors
• Coordinates and participates in the preventative maintenance, service and repair activities of the water distribution vehicles and equipment
• Manages the testing for and repair of leaks in mains and services
• Supervises and participates in the taking of routine water samples for water quality testing
• Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, safety guidelines, schedules and work specifications
• Uses electronic equipment to verify location of underground utility facilities prior to excavation work being performed, and performs fire flow tests
• Assigns, schedules and verifies completed work involved in the repair and maintenance of a water distribution system
• May assist in the preparation of the departmental budget; Maintains accurate records and prepares reports, such as status reports, diagrams, field logs and requisitions
• Assists in designing new water system projects
• Calculates proper ratio of chlorine to water based on formula’s specific to water chlorination
• Responds to customer’s inquiries and complaints regarding water service

What you bring:

• 5 years of experience in utility inspection, maintenance, or a related field
• Comprehensive knowledge of utility infrastructure, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
• Proven experience in operations management and leadership within a utility or municipal setting
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with contractors, staff, and community members
• Proficiency in record-keeping and reporting software, with attention to accuracy and detail
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions in a variety of field and office environments
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to safety protocols
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands and arms
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crawl
• Work in outdoor weather conditions, including extreme heat or cold, and near moving mechanical parts
• Must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds

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