What are the responsibilities and job description for the PW Construction Supervisor position at City of Boise?
Are you a skilled leader looking for a hands-on role in infrastructure management? We're seeking a dedicated supervisor to lead a team responsible for the operation, construction, maintenance, and repair of critical systems, including wastewater collection, geothermal, drainage conveyance, pressurized irrigation, and flood control facilities. In this role, you'll ensure projects are completed to high standards, assist with bid development for equipment and materials, and work with the independence to make a real impact. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.
City employees enjoy a top-notch zero-premium healthcare option for you and your family. Plus, a retirement plan that provides a lifetime annuity, investment matching, a cash-incentive wellness program, public employee student loan forgiveness, paid parental leave, and more. We’re famous for unparalleled benefits—come see why everyone’s talking!Performs the full range of duties (with appropriate managerial review), including hiring, evaluating, promoting and assigning duties; corrects inappropriate actions or behavior through communication and coaching; initiates discipline or termination as needed; and oversees employees or a group. Performs the tasks of subordinate employees, as needed.
Provides training regarding work methods, procedures, utilizing specialized tools and equipment and all related safety aspects. Responds to complaints from the general public regarding Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSO), status of work projects and related questions.
Ensures projects are completed and compliant with all specifications in a safe and efficient manner by scheduling duties, performing on-site inspections and assigning staff. Plans work assignments based on budget constraints, equipment needed, system backup availability and customer usage. Provides oversight to contractors performing duties as assigned.
Assists with the preparation and review of bid specifications for the purchase of large equipment, mechanical and electrical equipment and related components. Reviews and makes recommendations on the acceptance of bids for equipment. Inspects orders for conformance with specifications.
Ensures tools, equipment, cables and special machinery are maintained in good operating condition. Oversees installation of flow meters and repairs on manholes. Reviews Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) inspection results and prepares outside contractor rehabilitation projects or specifications for in-house construction work.
Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Knowledge of:;
Ability to:
Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.
Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training
6 years of experience working within the public works industry working with construction, maintenance and repair of wastewater collection, geothermal heating and pressurized irrigation systems.
2 years of experience in a supervisory or lead position involving operations, maintenance and repair of sewage pump stations, hydraulic and electric pumps, motors and related components, as well as inspection, maintenance, repair, installation and testing of electronic equipment, including experience with remote radio control and telemetry circuits.
Licensing And Other Requirements
Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:
City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
Driving Record Check
Drug Free Workplace: In accordance with the City of Boise Drug Free Workplace Regulation, this position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post - Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to hire. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test.
Persons in this position must have a CDL that can handle a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 or more pounds.The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 100 pounds. Also, the employee is always pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds, frequently pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds, occasionally pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds and rarely pushing/pulling up to 101 pounds. The noise level is always moderate, frequently loud and occasionally very loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, runn, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.
Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, in wet and humid conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards, work in/at heights and confined spaces. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to infectious bacteria, bodily fluids and chemicals. Employees work outdoors in adverse weather; uneven, icy or unpaved surface conditions in parking lots, roadways, construction projects, storage yards, etc., slipping hazards, waterways, traffic, insects and animals, sewage, potentially infectious wastes, methane, hydrogen sulfide and other possible toxic gases and substances, scalding hot geothermal water (175 degrees) under pressure.
This position works: a rotating on-call schedule.
City employees enjoy a top-notch zero-premium healthcare option for you and your family. Plus, a retirement plan that provides a lifetime annuity, investment matching, a cash-incentive wellness program, public employee student loan forgiveness, paid parental leave, and more. We’re famous for unparalleled benefits—come see why everyone’s talking!Performs the full range of duties (with appropriate managerial review), including hiring, evaluating, promoting and assigning duties; corrects inappropriate actions or behavior through communication and coaching; initiates discipline or termination as needed; and oversees employees or a group. Performs the tasks of subordinate employees, as needed.
Provides training regarding work methods, procedures, utilizing specialized tools and equipment and all related safety aspects. Responds to complaints from the general public regarding Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSO), status of work projects and related questions.
Ensures projects are completed and compliant with all specifications in a safe and efficient manner by scheduling duties, performing on-site inspections and assigning staff. Plans work assignments based on budget constraints, equipment needed, system backup availability and customer usage. Provides oversight to contractors performing duties as assigned.
Assists with the preparation and review of bid specifications for the purchase of large equipment, mechanical and electrical equipment and related components. Reviews and makes recommendations on the acceptance of bids for equipment. Inspects orders for conformance with specifications.
Ensures tools, equipment, cables and special machinery are maintained in good operating condition. Oversees installation of flow meters and repairs on manholes. Reviews Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) inspection results and prepares outside contractor rehabilitation projects or specifications for in-house construction work.
Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training
- High school diploma or equivalent and
- 3 years of directly related experience in the operation, construction and maintenance of wastewater collection system infrastructure, equipment and facilities, with experience in a lead position, or
- an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Knowledge of:;
- wastewater collection, geothermal heating, pressurized irrigation and drainage conveyance systems;
- flood control operation, construction, repair and maintenance programs;
- inspection, construction, maintenance and repair activities of wastewater collection systems;
- construction equipment, layout, grading and excavation;
- blueprint reading and schematics interpretation;
- principles and practices of employee supervision, training and performance evaluation;
- occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the assigned area of work;
- record keeping and reporting; basic budget practices and project management; and
- computer usage including related software.
Ability to:
- manage work and projects effectively;
- repair machinery and equipment;
- research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures and techniques;
- supervise, train and evaluate subordinate employees;
- safely operate equipment and tools;
- read, interpret and apply a wide variety of technical information;
- communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and
- perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.
Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.
Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training
6 years of experience working within the public works industry working with construction, maintenance and repair of wastewater collection, geothermal heating and pressurized irrigation systems.
2 years of experience in a supervisory or lead position involving operations, maintenance and repair of sewage pump stations, hydraulic and electric pumps, motors and related components, as well as inspection, maintenance, repair, installation and testing of electronic equipment, including experience with remote radio control and telemetry circuits.
Licensing And Other Requirements
Valid state-issued class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Idaho Wastewater Collection Operator class II license.
Ability to obtain the following within six months of employment:; Idaho Wastewater Collection Operator class III license; Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.
First Aid and CPR Certifications.
Flagger certification.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:
City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
Driving Record Check
Drug Free Workplace: In accordance with the City of Boise Drug Free Workplace Regulation, this position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post - Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to hire. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test.
Persons in this position must have a CDL that can handle a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 or more pounds.The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 100 pounds. Also, the employee is always pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds, frequently pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds, occasionally pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds and rarely pushing/pulling up to 101 pounds. The noise level is always moderate, frequently loud and occasionally very loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, runn, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.
Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, in wet and humid conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards, work in/at heights and confined spaces. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to infectious bacteria, bodily fluids and chemicals. Employees work outdoors in adverse weather; uneven, icy or unpaved surface conditions in parking lots, roadways, construction projects, storage yards, etc., slipping hazards, waterways, traffic, insects and animals, sewage, potentially infectious wastes, methane, hydrogen sulfide and other possible toxic gases and substances, scalding hot geothermal water (175 degrees) under pressure.
This position works: a rotating on-call schedule.
Salary : $37 - $43
