Water Distribution Supervisor

General Purpose of Position

This position is responsible for scheduling, maintenance and construction activities, as well as working in the field as a member of the crew within the Public Works Department. May be requested to fulfill some responsibilities of Director of Public Works in his or her absence.

• Assists with the daily supervision of all employees, the establishment of scheduling practices and assigning appropriate tasks
• Provides on-site supervision of Public Works crew as directed
• Answers field questions from Public Works crew and the public
• Ensures proper work zone signage is in place on job site
• Ensures Public Works crews utilize proper safety equipment and procedures on project sites
• Assists with directing Snow and Ice Removal Operations.

• Maintains adequate inventories of supplies and equipment as directed
• Purchasing supplies following City policies and procedures
• Advises Director of Public Works regarding progress of projects and assigned jobs
• Assists and works with the Director of Public Works on departmental projects
• Assists with the development of bid specifications for equipment and/or projects as directed
• Completes all reports and paperwork as required

• Transports materials to and from the work site
• Operates other equipment as required

• Removes and Replaces distribution components as needed.
• Determines if distribution components can be repaired or must be replaced.
• Ensures distribution components are operating properly.

• Attend training and other professional development as needed or required

The person in this position must have a high school diploma or its equivalent; some college or vocational training in civil engineering or a related field is encouraged. At least five (5) years of progressive responsibility in Water construction and maintenance experience is strongly recommended, with a min of three (3) years of supervisory experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

The person in this position must have a valid Missouri CDL Class B with airbrakes and tanker endorsement or be able to obtain. Must be able to obtain a Missouri DS3 license. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol test and random drug and alcohol testing. Must be able to complete confined space training, competent person training/certification, vactor truck training, CCTV equipment training, backhoe training.

• Apply supervisory principles, practices and procedures
• Project management practices and procedures
• City's purchasing policies and procedures
• Inventory management principles and methods
• Proper maintenance, repair and use of heavy equipment, including aerial bucket lift truck, tandem axle dump truck and skid loader
• Minor mechanical repairs on the truck and other machinery
• Proper installation, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater systems
• Proper storage and use of various chemicals
• Layout of city streets
• Basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical and concrete techniques
• Maintenance methods of grounds, buildings and equipment
• Basic equipment maintenance and repair
• Basic civil engineering principles
• Proper materials and equipment
• Federal and state statutes concerning the work of the department
• Basic mathematical skills.
• General functions and operations of municipal government
• City and Department policies and procedures

• Apply supervisory techniques to practical situations
• Manage a departmental budget
• Develop bid specifications
• Ability to use a personal computer, MS Office software, internet, and other departmental programs
• Effectively managing personnel, equipment and supplies to maximize departmental efficiency
• Use various types of heavy equipment, including single axle dump truck and skid loader
• Examine a repair or maintenance issue and determine an effective solution
• Use common sense
• Pay attention to detail
• Complete detailed work accurately
• Work effectively with a wide range of people
• Meet specified deadlines
• Prioritize daily workflow
• Work as a team member with other employees
• Communicate effectively with others, both oral and written
• Work autonomously when necessary
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions
• Deal with others in a professional manner
• Maintain professional composure in heated situations
• Develop, implement and follow departmental and City policies and procedures
• Effectively communicate with the public in a professional manner