Water Distribution/Waste-Water Collection Supervisor Job at New Mexico Municipal

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Job Description

Coordinates and supervises employees performing water distribution and sewer collection maintenance and repair activities, including construction of new water and sewer lines; repairs of system leaks; and water meter installation, reading and repair. Troubleshoots water distribution and sewer collection problems, such as leaks and blockages. Isolates problem areas and determines needed repairs.

Under limited supervision, supervises employees performing a variety of skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled water/wastewater line maintenance and construction work. Performs a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled operations and maintenance functions related to potable water distribution piping, pressure reducing valves, fire hydrants, water shutoff valves, booster pumps, potable water delivery meters, gravity sanitary sewers, wastewater pump stations, and wastewater pressure lines. Non-exempt FLSA. Primary and secondary job responsibilities will be decided by the Utility Manager. Primary responsibilities will be in Water Distributions area and Secondary responsibilities will be in Wastewater Collection area.

Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services.
• Performs on-site inspections of line construction and repairs, inspects water and sewer taps along with system construction performed by contractors in new developments, marks utilities for other construction operations, may work in confined spaces, and responsible for maintenance of assigned vehicle.
• Performs duties of employees supervised as needed.
• Sometimes performs duties in adverse weather and under hazardous traffic conditions.
• Performs a variety of public relations functions including providing service information to contractors, plumbers, and property owners, and responding to customer complaints and service needs.
• Maintains records of maintenance operations, notifies GIS tech for map updates for system construction and modifications.
• Maintains inventory of materials and equipment and oversees maintenance of equipment and grounds.
• Primary designation of job responsibilities will be decided by the Utility Manager and those primary responsibilities will be either Wastewater Collection or Water Distribution area and the supervisor will need to be able to function in both areas as a supervisor to cover big projects, vacations, sick, or other leaves.
• Supervises the Water Distribution and WW Collections areas in the department such as but not limited to supervision of employees, troubleshooting of water and collection problems and using specialized sewer cameras.
• Recommends to Utility Manager the hiring, firing, and disciplinary action of employees, evaluates subordinates, and may make recommendations during the preparation of department budget; may handle department purchasing projects or procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

High school education or equivalent required. Three years water distribution/sewer collection experience required including three years of supervisory experience required.

Must be able to pass criminal history checks and must be willing to take and pass a drug/alcohol test and comply with agency "Drug Free" Policy.

License and/or Certifications

New Mexico Water Distribution II certification or Water Systems II certification required. Additional preferred certification would be Wastewater Collection then a New Mexico Wastewater Collection Level II certification or Wastewater Systems II certification preferred.

Must possess and maintain valid Class B New Mexico motor vehicle operator's permit of appropriate classification and endorsement as required. Must agree to maintain a satisfactory MVR and minimum requirement of insurability as required by law. MVR background checks will be conducted by the Village.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: the Ruidoso Municipal Code pertaining to water and wastewater; Water/Wastewater Department policies and procedures; Village of Ruidoso purchasing and personnel rules and regulations; safety policies and practices for working in the public right-of-way; the theory and principles of water/wastewater transmission/collection systems; the practices and techniques of water/wastewater underground transmission and service line installation, maintenance, and repair; safety standards and industry guidelines/regulations for use of the tools, equipment, and materials used in the installation, maintenance and repair of underground transmission and collection lines, including pump stations and lift stations; the basic principles of employee training and supervision; the principles, methods, materials and tools employed in the repair and maintenance of pumps, motors, generators and related equipment; confined space entry; plumbing and principles.

Skill in: supervising the day-to-day operations of a water/wastewater distribution/collection system; reading blue prints and utility system maps; understanding and interpreting complex statutes, ordinances, regulations, standards, and guidelines; establishing and monitoring safety guidelines and procedures; supervising and training employees; communicating in person, in writing, and by telephone and using two way radio; in supervising and performing day-to-day water treatment plant processes, tests, and procedures; communication and organizational skills.

Ability to: balance a variety of duties, prioritize, and meet deadlines; personal computer operations within a Windows Microsoft environment, including Word, Excel, and Outlook; to make fair and concise decisions; communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with employees, consultants, other governmental agency representatives, Village officials and the general public; understand complex statutes, regulations, guidelines, and procedures; supervise and train employees; establish and maintain routine working relationships with citizens, contractors, and employees.