What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Superintendent position at City of Virginia Beach?
Job Duties:
The Department of Public Utilities provides quality water and sanitary sewer services to Virginia Beach residents.
Become a part of our dedicated workforce who provide these essential services. We are currently hiring for an Assistant Utility Superintendent position within our Water Distribution team.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PUBLIC UTILITIES, OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE: This is an on-site work assignment. Remote work/work from home is not offered for this position. Must be available to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, standby and overtime when required to meet operational needs. Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City's operational status. This position may require incumbents to wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, or other safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee’s supervisor based on position assigned. NOTE: Possession of and maintaining a valid VA or NC Commercial Drivers License, Class A (CDL-A) with tanker endorsement is a requirement of this position and is non-negotiable.
Responsibilities of the Utility Superintendent in the Water Distribution bureau include, but are not limited to:
- Provides supervision of one Utility Mechanic Supervisor to operate and maintain the functions of water line maintenance and repairs, fire hydrant maintenance and repairs, detector check assembly and installation, isolation valve maintenance and repairs, and additional tasks associated with the maintenance and repairs of associated infrastructure.
- Perform supervisory functions, such as scheduling and prioritizing work assignments; conduct performance appraisals, approve leave, monitor overtime, take disciplinary actions, and make promotion recommendations.
- Assist the Water Distribution Superintendent when needed
- Prepare reports and maintain accurate records of work to include labor, materials, equipment, and etc.
- Uses an electronic device for implementation of the work order management system and daily tracking of crews work
- Review/utilize blueprints and computerized mapping (GIS) related to utility infrastructure information
- Assist in maintenance and troubleshooting as required
- Ensures that subordinate supervisory employees are following all state, city, and departmental guidelines, policies and procedures in hiring, promotions, disciplinary actions, etc.
- Ensures that bureau employees are up to date on all safety training, and enforces procedures to alleviate occupational hazards and comply with all City, State (VOSH) and Federal (OSHA) requirements
- Ensures members receive the appropriate training to efficiently perform their work
- Resolves citizen inquires in a courteous and timely manner
- Address requests from the Engineering and Business Divisions in Public Utilities
- Attend requisite coordination meeting as required
- Coordinate with outside agencies, vendors, departments and divisions
- Recommends and implements process improvements
- Responds to emergencies on a 24/7 basis which may include rotating nights, weekends, and/or holidays to ensure adequate resources, supervision, guidance and timely correction of problems; rotates standby as an Alpha I employee
- Establishment of traffic control, ensure excavation safety, to maintaining safe working environments.
- Other tasks/duties as assigned
- NOTE: Possession of a Class A CDL with Air Brake and Tank Endorsement is a requirement of employment and is non-negotiable. Class A CDL holders are provided a yearly $4,000 stipend ($153.85 per pay period - every two weeks) added to your salary.
The City of Virginia Beach complies with all federal mandates related to positions requiring a Commercial Drivers License (CDL). The City will verify that all employees and prospective employees are registered in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. For more information on this program and how to register as a CDL driver, please use this link: https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/
The City offers a generous benefits package such as health, dental and life insurance, retirement, and savings plans. Other key benefits include:
- Maternity/paternity and parental leave (after 1 year of service)
- Leave donation program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional Development
In addition to the listed minimum requirements, the ideal candidate for this position will have experience in areas listed in the PREFERENCES section of this ad.
Official City Job Description:
https://virginia-beach-departments-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/city/job-descriptions-pay-plans/Assistant-Superintendent-01250.pdf
Working Conditions:
https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/B.001804.1.pdf
Minimum Requirements:
MINIMUMS: High school or GED plus five (5) years experience, one of which must be in a supervisory capacity, in fields providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities and associated with such positions as Utility Mechanic Supervisor or Project Foreman; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must have, or obtain, a current and valid Virginia or North Carolina drivers license in accordance with Virginia or North Carolina DMV drivers license eligibility requirements.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays and be available to work overtime when required to meet operational needs. Pre-employment physical required. A Commercial drivers license may be required.
Additional Requirements:
DMV Transcript: Required
CDL: Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required
Attachments Required: None
Preferences:
- Prior proven success in a management/supervisory role
- Experience with regulatory standards and requirements of a municipal water distribution system
- Experience in repair and maintenance of water systems
- Experience in planning and organizing work projects
- Experience with computerized work order management system and mapping system
- Experience in utility marking standards, laws and excavation requirements
- Experience with safe working practices, such as traffic control procedures and rules, equipment operation, and construction and repair
- Experience with heavy equipment operation
Special Instructions:
- Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting.
- Your responses to any "Supplemental Questions", if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you provide on your application and/or resume; or otherwise demonstrated during the hiring process.
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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.
Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.
Salary : $4,000
