Utilities Supervisor

We are currently recruiting for qualified applicants for a Utilities Supervisor. Come and see why the City of Golden is the place you want to be!

Why work at the City of Golden? 
Being a Golden employee is more than just a job, it's a lifestyle. Golden is a vibrant outdoor community making it a great place to live, work and play. 

• Location, location, location– Work near great restaurants and shops, hit the trails, and enjoy the outdoor scenery of Clear Creek and the foothills. Convenient commuting from all directions.

• Paid time off– Paid vacation starts at 16 days (that's over 3 weeks!), plus 12 days of sick time and 12 paid holidays each year.

• Great benefits– The City matches up to 8% of your retirement contributions, plus offers a full-spectrum of benefits and perks, including tuition reimbursement (check it out)!

Directs utilities crew in routine maintenance and repair of city's water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Assists Utilities Superintendent with administrative duties as required.

• Mentors and trains utility staff on the proper repair, maintenance, and operation of the city’s distribution and collection system.
• Supports Public Works inspector and Building department with water & sewer service line replacement inspections, development, and capital improvement projects as needed.
• Oversees and directs repair and maintenance of utility services including water mains, hydrants, valves, meters, pump stations, tanks, reservoirs, sewer mains, manholes, lift station, and other appurtenances.  
• Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff involved in water or wastewater line maintenance, repair and construction, as well as meter installation and maintenance.
• Leads crews on assigned projects from start to completion. Tasks include water breaks, sewer backups, hydrant and blow-off installations, tank cleaning, head gate maintenance, and pump station maintenance.
• Inspects the work of crews while in progress; provides recommendations, advice and assistance to increase efficiency.
• Directs and monitors preventative maintenance programs, including sewer jetting and rodding, valve exercising, tank cleaning, fire hydrant flushing and testing, and meter reading.
• Evaluates, recommends, and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives to assigned activities or responsibilities; recommends improvements and modifications to existing maintenance programs; prepares various reports on operations and activities. Establishes schedules and methods for the construction, maintenance, and repair of water and wastewater lines and water meters; implements policies and procedures.
• Responds to customer complaints and inquires; contacts affected businesses/residents when services are interrupted.
• Assists Utility Superintendent with administrative duties including use of asset management software to assign, track and report work and maintenance activities.
• Uses human resources software to maintain employee time, attendance and history.  
• Makes routine material and supply purchases. Maintains accurate maps and records on all work.
• Assists in budget preparation and administration; prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations.
• Participates in regular safety training sessions and follows all safety guidelines set forth by the city, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), following safe work practices, reporting any safety concerns, completing accident reports and near misses, and participating in safety audits and inspections.
• Must be able to act as Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) for the City of Golden Water Distribution Wastewater Collection System. Completes all other required city trainings.
• Maintains required certifications and endorsements.  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly oversees and supports Utilities Maintenance Technicians. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws in superintendent's absence. Responsibilities include interviewing, coaching and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.High school diploma/GED required; minimum five years related utilities experience including two years of increasing supervisory experience. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Must exhibit strong leadership and communication skills. General proficiency with PCs and Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and use of Internet. CarteGraph OMS software experience a plus.


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.   Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

• Ability to give clear and concise verbal direction to fellow employees and contractors.

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, & decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to apply basic concepts of algebra and geometry. Ability to manage and understand budgets.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid CDL A or B, with air brake and tanker endorsements.

• Current CPWP-S certification from the American Public Works Association or able to obtain within 24 months of hire.

• Current State of Colorado Water Distribution System Level IV & Wastewater Collection System Level IV certifications required, or ability to acquire within 12 months of hire date.  Traffic Control training and certification is required.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

Knowledge of the types and level of maintenance and repair activities generally performed in a water and wastewater distribution and collection systems. Ability to interpret and work from sketches, penciled layouts, and blueprints.  Ability to prepare plans for minor projects. Ability to work independently.

MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED
Motorized vehicles and equipment including dump truck, pick-up and utilities tucks, combination jett/vac vehicle, backhoes, loaders, locating equipment, tampers, compressors, hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, valve keys, mobile phones, computers/iPads and radios, pipe cutters, TV/video equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move more than 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.  The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and vibration.  The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Fair frequent hazardous exposure around high voltage, high speed pumping equipment and heavy traffic; must be able to ascend or descend vertical ladders and steps; must be able to hear alarms in emergency; frequent exposure to video display terminal.

Salary : $74,568 - $89,482