Wastewater Collection Supervisor

Position Title

Wastewater Collection Supervisor

Job Description

Reporting to the Wastewater Collections Manager, supervises wastewater collections maintenance crews in the maintenance and repairs of all sewer collections lines.

Typical Duties

• Supervises the operations and maintenance of the City's wastewater collections systems, including connections, inspections, investigations, maintenance and repairs of system pipes, and emergency standby pumping. Implements and coordinates CMOM program as outlined by EPA under the Sanitary Sewer Overflow regulation.
• Instructs, trains and evaluates subordinates regarding the operation and maintenance of collections system, tools and equipment, and observance of safety and other procedures.
• Assists in budget preparation and monitoring. Makes recommendations for the capital improvements program.
• Establishes and maintains cost effective work schedules for each work group through planning, prioritizing and monitoring all maintenance work. Determines best means and methods for job. Performs hands-on maintenance procedures and operates 10-wheel dump trucks, rubber tired backhoes, track hoes, high pressure cleaning trucks, and CCTV equipment.
• Helps maintain sewer cleaning and CCTV equipment including wiring repair of TV equipment, cameras and vans.
• Assists the Wastewater Collections Manager and Pre-treatment Compliance Coordinator in the Grease Control Program.
• Resolves personnel issues. Recommends employment actions, hiring and terminations.
• Prepares records and reports. Requisitions tools, supplies and materials. Assists with specifications.
• Coordinates work with various departments, agencies and customers.
• May fill in for Wastewater Collections Manager in his/her absence.
• Performs other duties as required.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent and five (5) years work experience in wastewater collections system maintenance. Two (2) years of water systems maintenance or general construction experience may be substituted for two (2) of the five (5) total years’ experience.
• Two (2) years of supervisory or lead experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of sewer collections maintenance, materials, techniques, equipment, and personnel management associated with sewer system operations and maintenance.
• Ability to read and understand maps, sewer main charts, and blueprints.
• Possession of Utah State Water Collections Operator Certification, Grade IV, or ability to obtain such certification within 12 months of date of hire.
• Possession of PACP and MACP certifications or ability to obtain certifications within 12 months of hire.
• Possession of a valid Utah State Class “A” CDL License.
• Possession of a Utah Pesticide Applicators License or ability to obtain within one (1) month.
• Ability to wear respiratory protection devices.
• Ability to pass ten year background check to obtain an airport SIDA badge.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with computers, data input and automated work management systems.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Moderate physical effort. Intermittent standing and uncomfortable working conditions due to dirty equipment, climatic conditions, noise, heat, dust and dampness.
• Intermittent stress as a result of human behavior and the demands of the position.
• May be required to work irregular hours and be subject to stand-by and call-back for emergencies.
  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE

$36 - $41

DEPARTMENT

Public Utilities

Full Time/Part Time

Full time

Scheduled Hours

40