WASTEWATER FIELD SUPERVISOR

Salary : $32.47 - $43.26 Hourly

Location : ROCKWALL, TX

Job Type : FULL TIME BENEFIT ELIGIBLE

Job Number : WW FIELD SUPERVISOR 12 / 5

Department : WASTE WATER

Division : WASTE WATER

Opening Date : 12 / 05 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

Under the general direction of the Water / Wastewater Manager, provides comprehensive administration for the wastewater maintenance functions for the City. Employees in this class have thorough knowledge of principles of wastewater collection, and are capable of participating in all facets of work under charge. Position is responsible for successfully managing the wastewater operations, all associated personnel, the financial responsibilities inherent in the work, and the equipment, materials, and supplies utilized by the division.

Examples of Essential Functions

• Directs personnel functions and activities of the division, i.e., selection, assignment, scheduling, interviewing, hiring, discipline.

Administers the daily wastewater operations, and ensures adherence to City and regulatory practices in all division activities.

Responds to customer concerns and inquiries concerning all aspects of wastewater operations.

Specifies and reviews planning for system improvements and development activities, and for future needs relating to the collection of wastewater.

Records and authorizes system repairs, equipment maintenance and repair, and vehicle maintenance and repair.

Maintains division equipment, materials, and supplies inventory, to include ordering and development of specifications where applicable.

Confers with local, state, and federal agencies on regulations and requirements for the division.

Monitors and evaluates infiltration in the wastewater system, and records and monitors performance of all systems.

Interprets, updates, and maintains utility plans, and develops summarizations of all work in progress.

Responds to emergencies, and assists personnel under charge in all facets of tasks performed as needed.

Prepares and files regulatory reports, ensuring reporting deadlines are adhered to and division activities comply with established rules and regulations.

Ensures the proper instruction and training of personnel under charge in methods and procedures, proper use of equipment, preventive maintenance, and system maintenance and repair.

Enter data in department's work order and asset management software system and utilize mobile data technology.

Evaluates the performance of personnel under charge.

Maintains current knowledge of trends and developments in the field, and facilitates application of such as appropriate.

Required to report for work punctually, work all scheduled hours, and any required overtime as deemed necessary. Must maintain a physical condition and standards necessary for the proper performance of duties, with or without accommodation.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Note : The examples of essential functions as listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.)

Education and Experience

Must possess a State of Texas Class A CDL driver license with a tanker endorsement or obtain within twelve (12) months of employment.

Must possess or obtain, within 24 months of employment, a State of Texas TCEQ Class III Wastewater Collection Operator License and Class C Water Distribution License.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Thorough knowledge of the materials, methods and equipment utilized in the operation, construction, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater distribution and collections systems.

Thorough knowledge of principles of effective administration, to include planning, evaluating, directing, and supervising.

Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of inventory control and management.

Considerable knowledge of record and report maintenance principles and practices.

Considerable knowledge of short and long-range planning principles and techniques.

Ability to develop, organizes, and supervises the work of water and wastewater operations and maintenance personnel.

Ability to develop equipment and system specifications.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, the City's management team, and the general public.

Ability to establish short and long-term operational goals and priorities.

Physical Requirements :

Tasks involve frequent walking, standing; some lifting and carrying of moderate weight (12-20 pounds); and / or the operation of vehicles, office, shop, or hand tools in which manipulative skills and hand-eye coordination are important ingredients of safe and / or productive operations.

Tasks involve the regular, and at times sustained, performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, working in confined spaces, and lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 pounds) items and occasionally very heavy (100 pounds or over) items.

Tasks involve the frequent use of coordination and manipulative skills in performing a variety of tasks with the full range of hand and power tools and shop equipment; or the skilled and complex operation of heavy equipment calling for adherence to exacting standards of depth, grade, dimensions, and contours.

Environmental Requirements :

Tasks may require exposure to elements that can cause illness (e.g., pathogenic substances, virus, and parasites) and exposure to high voltage electricity. ?

Sensory Requirements :

Tasks require oral communication ability.

HIPAA Compliance Statement

All employees who have access to health information whose confidentiality is protected by the HIPAA Privacy Rule must have an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy Rule that corresponds to their job responsibilities. Employees who violate the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule will be subject to discipline, up to and including termination.

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ARE ELIGIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING :

Merit Increases / Pay for Performance

Non Sworn civilian employees are eligible for a 4% merit increase annually and after reaching the max of the pay scale, are eligible to receive a 4% lump sum each year on their anniversary date.

Sworn officers are eligible for a 5% increase annually and after reaching the max of the pay scale, are eligible to receive a 5% lump sum each year on their anniversary date.

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Medical, Dental and Vision is available for purchase for full time employees. Coverage goes into effect on the 31st day.

Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage

Basic Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of one time the annual salary up to a maximum of $50,000 for each benefit. Additional Life and AD&D may be purchased up to 2 x annual pay.

Holidays

Employees receive 11 paid holidays per year

Vacation

Years of Service HRs Accrued Monthly

0 - 1 Year 6.67

1 - 4 Years 10.00

5 - 9 Years 11.67

10 Years 13.34

Sick Leave

Employees earn 80 hours of sick leave per year. There is no maximum accruals for sick leave.

Retirement

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)-2 : 1 match.

A required 7% of gross earnings are deducted each pay period and deposited into the member's account. Upon retirement, the City will deposit it's portion of the matching funds at 14%.

The City also participates in Social Security.

Deferred Compensation

The City of Rockwall offers an optional deferred compensation 457 plan in which employees can contribute a portion of their salary, before taxes, to a retirement account.

Longevity

After completing one year of continuous service, employees will receive $5 / month for Longevity Pay. This benefit is usually paid out each December.

Supplemental Benefits

The City of Rockwall also offers optional programs that include Short and Long Term Disability through AFLAC.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Participation in Flexible Spending Accounts through pre-tax payroll deduction for Health and Dependent Care expenses is also available for full time employees.

Wellness Program

The City of Rockwall administers a wellness program for full-time employees which provides an incentive for obtaining a wellness exam each year. Wellness exams are paid at 100% by the City.

Workers Compensation

All employees are covered by workers compensation for injuries sustained in the line of duty.

Bilingual Certification Pay

Eligible for up to $600 annually for bi-lingual pay

Education Pay

Some positions are eligible for Education Pay up to $900 annually

Bachelors - $1,400 / yr

Masters - $2,000 / yr

Certification Pay

2nd Certification - $600 / yr

3rd Certification - $900 / yr

Do you have a High school diploma or GED? (required)

Do you have a State of Texas TCEQ Class II Wastewater Collection Operator License? (required)

Must have six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in the field, to include experience in the administrative aspects of the work. Do you meet this requirement?

Must have three (3) years experience of which shall be in a supervisory capacity, such as Crew Leader; or and equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Do you meet this requirement?

Do you possess a State of Texas Class A CDL driver license with a tanker endorsement? (required)

If answered no to the above question, are you able to obtain within twelve (12) months of employment?

Do you possess a State of Texas TCEQ Class III Wastewater Collection Operator License? (required)

If answered no to the above question, are you able to obtain within 24 months of employment?

Do you possess a Class C Water Distribution License? (required)

If answered no to the above question, are you able to obtain within 24 months of employment?

Required Question

Salary : $300 - $50,000