What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Locator Supervisor position at City of Tucson?
Posting Close Date
Applicants must submit their completed application by 02-28-2025 at 11 : 59 p.m. MST
ABOUT THIS JOB
Position Specific Summary
The Water Operations Supervisor position in the City of Tucson’s Water Department supervises timely and accurate location of underground water facilities to prevent damage and maintain compliance with regulatory deadlines for the Line Location division. This position monitors, prioritizes, and distributes work , ensuring all tasks are completed within the two-working-day deadline and coordinates with internal departments to support facility location requests, and trains and evaluates personnel and provides daily direction and instruction.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Water Program Superintendent. This position exercises supervision over Water Infrastructure Utility Locators.
Duties and Responsibilities
Monitors and locates underground facilities using AZ811 map database. Distributes work to perform maintenance and prevent damage to underground facilities in order to meet regulatory requirements. Interprets and translates locations of assets.
Tracks and prioritizes ticket assignments via AZ811 for timely completion. Maintains and updates database to reflect Water asset data.
Interprets and translates as built documentation to accurately reflect field locations of assets. Coordinates with Water departments, internal and external customers to assist in asset location requests.
Investigates facility damage incidents to determine fault. Analyzes and locates field data, and initiates corrective actions to prevent future damage. Provides training to address faulty work practices contributing to facility damage.
Documents and records facility damage incidents via Infor / Hexagon, Utilisphere, and field reports.
Implements and oversees new projects, such as the GPS asset location initiative and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) operations. Operates Trimble GPS units and ArcGIS mapping products to record and guide asset location.
Supervises and coordinates the daily work of assigned staff by determining priorities, monitoring levels of resources, establishing timelines, assigning work, monitoring progress, recommending changes and providing suggestions. Participates in the recruitment, hiring, and training of employees. Makes recommendations on employee discipline and other personnel issues. Assists with establishing performance expectations, goals, and metrics for field employees. Conducts regular performance evaluations, provides feedback, and recognizes outstanding performance. Enforces and implements safety policies. Monitors employee leave, training, special projects, and standby needs to ensure proper staffing levels.
Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
Working Conditions
Night, weekend, and on-call availability may be required
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
6 months post high school
Experience
Four (4) years of directly related experience
Equivalency
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
License / Certifications
Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License - Arizona Department of Transportation - Motor Vehicle Division
Preferred Qualifications
Underground utility construction
Application and Special Instructions
As part of this online application process, all applicants are required to submit an up to date resume. Cover letters are optional, but encouraged.
Applications received that do not contain a resume will be considered incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process.
Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Water Distribution Grade 1 Certification is required AT THE TIME OF HIRE.
Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Water Distribution Grade 2 Certification is required within 12 months of hire.
Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Water Treatment Grade 1 Certification is required within 12 months of hire.
POSITION DETAILS
Job Profile
J4029 - Water Operations Supervisor
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Compensation Grade
G107
Hourly Range
26.57 - 45.84 USD
The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education / training, key skills, and internal equity.
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Position Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Department
Water Utility
Department Link
Background Check : This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
ABOUT US
Benefits : The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at
Citizenship : The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). .
The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at or 520-791-2619.
Recruiter Name
Munerra Acosta
Recruiter Email
For general Human Resources questions please contact 520-791-4241.
Salary : $27 - $46
