Supervisor, Water and Sewer Systems

Serves as principal assistant to Zone Manager, Chief Supervisor or heads of major section or area within a unit. Assists in and implements approved work, training, and safety programs at the branch level of organization. Schedules and assigns work to subordinate employees or crews. Observes work in progress and directs or recommends corrective actions. Interviews job applicants. Recommends new hires, pay raises and other personnel actions. May prepare reports such as time records, work progress, and disposition of materials. Helps prepare budget estimates, assists in controlling the expenditure of approved funds. Demonstrates knowledge and use of computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and related documentation procedures. Initiates work orders. Regularly interfaces with customers, contractors and the public. Subject to be on call 24/7. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Maintains job safety standards (personal protection equipment, etc.); complies with City of Shreveport vehicle safety rules; trains new team members on safe work practices. Regularly attends required safety, job related and certification training classes as required.

1). High School Diploma or GED.

2). Valid State Vehicle Operator's License- Amiss and Lucas
Valid Commerical Level A Driver's license- Field Operations

3). Associates Degree or two year vocational degree from an accredited college in mechanical, electrical, or welding and three (3) years of experience in operations and/or maintenance or five (5) years of experience in managing activities and employees engaged in the installation, maintenance, or operations of water or sewerage facilities, including two years of which include administrative, management and supervisory experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Meter Shop assignment- Hold or be able to obtain Class 3 Water Distribution Certificates issued by the State of Louisiana, Dept. of Health and Hospitals within 3 years.

Normal Promotion Path from this Class:

Chief Supervisor or any higher class for which eligible and qualified.

Physical Requirements: Position requires moderate to extensive stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions, along with some combination of climbing and balancing. Position requires abilities to consistently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment: Work is performed outdoors and/or indoors with exposure to noise, dirt, grease, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, fumes, animals, insects, chemicals, treated/untreated sewer, treated/untreated water, inclement weather, machinery with moving parts requiring use of protective devices and computer screens.