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Utilities Supervisor City of Ridgefield, WA Updated: 8/2021 CITY OF RIDGEFIELD, WA JOB DESCRIPTION UTILITIES SUPERVISOR Department: Public Works Pay Grade: 204 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt GENERAL PURPOSE Performs routine duties normally involving physical labor for the maintenance of City sanitary sewer collection and treatment systems, and potable water supply, storage and distribution systems and skilled work in construction, maintenance, and related service activities. Assists in the development and implementation of operation and maintenance programs for the Utility Division. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Works under the general supervision of the Public Works Director, who assigns major tasks and duties. Supervises Utility Maintenance Worker I through III, the WWTPO, and field crew personnel and coordinates and schedules the work of others. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Essential duties are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned. • Schedules daily activities of personnel and equipment within the Utility Division. • Assures timely ordering and receipt of supplies and services to complete scheduled tasks. • Provides necessary leadership to complete divisional responsibilities. • Maintains accurate records and produces assigned reports. • Supervises subordinate staff and resolves conflicts. • Assures maintenance on assigned equipment is completed and corresponding records are kept. • Assures necessary training of subordinates. • Conducts labor and equipment estimates for projects. • Orders construction/maintenance materials for installation of new and repair of existing City owned utilities and ensures adequate levels of chemicals are maintained for proper system operation. • Keeps Public Works Director and/or designee informed of daily progress of all activities. • Assists in compiling and monitoring of the annual budget. • Performs and trains subordinates in the operation and maintenance of the water supply, storage, and distribution systems, including water wells, chlorination facility, conveyance/distribution lines, pumping stations, and storage facilities. Utilities Supervisor Page 2 of 4 City of Ridgefield, WA Updated: 8/2021 • Ensures water system is operated in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. • Understands and manipulates equipment associated with Scada/remote operation of water production, storage, and distribution management. • Performs and trains subordinates in the operation and maintenance of the sanitary sewer collection and treatment systems, including conveyance lines, manholes, lift stations, and the wastewater treatment facility. • Ensures wastewater treatment facility is operated in accordance with the current National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. • Evaluates and recommends system improvements. • Generates action items from routine system inspections and assigns to subordinate staff for completion. • Oversees and coordinates all water service connections and repairs to ensure protection of the potable water system. • Oversees and coordinates underground location of water and sewer lines for contractors, utilities, and citizens. • Implements a preventative maintenance program that includes valve exercising, flushing, pump maintenance, etc. • Facilitates compliance with DOH chemical and bacterial testing requirements. • Reports all spills and other reportable irregularities, malfunctions, or errors to the applicable regulatory agency as required by law. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D. • Experience: Seven years’ experience in the operation and maintenance of water or wastewater systems. • Certifications/Licenses: Valid Washington State driver’s license with a driving record free from serious or frequent violations. Required to obtain and maintain a valid Washington State Commercial Driver’s License (Class B) with Tanker and Air Brake Endorsements within six (6) months of employment. Washington State Wastewater Collection System Operator certification required within six (6) months of employment. Washington State Water Distribution Manager, Class III certification, minimum. Required to obtain and maintain Backflow Assembly Testing and/or Washington State Cross-Connection Control Specialist certification within six (6) months of employment. Required to obtain and maintain a Washington State Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator, Class II certification within one (1) year of employment. Required to obtain and maintain an Industrial First Aid/CPR Card and a Flagging and Traffic Control Card within six (6) months of employment. Required to obtain Blood Borne Pathogens, Defensive Driving, Confined Space, Fall Protection, Fire Extinguisher and Evacuation, and Trenching and Shoring training within one (1) year of employment. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Utilities Supervisor Page 3 of 4 City of Ridgefield, WA Updated: 8/2021 • Methods, materials, practices, procedures, and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of public works facilities. • Safety procedures and regulations. • Operation of public works systems. Skill in: • Supervising field crew personnel and coordinating, scheduling, and working with others. Ability to: • Communicate, read, write, and understand written instructions in English. • Work within established guidelines, policies, and procedures. • Maintain regular and punctual attendance. • Operate a computer and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. • Perform strenuous physical work. • Learn and progress through self-study and on-the-job training for advancement to higher positions. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, contractors, and the general public. • Communicate respectfully and tactfully with customers (internal and external). • Use or repair small, medium, and heavy equipment and machinery. All employees are expected to work in a manner consistent with the City of Ridgefield’s Team Philosophy; specifically: work and act as a team player in all interactions with other city employees; provide a high level of customer service at all times; project and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of work; develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members and others; and consistently provide quality service. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed primarily outdoors. Work may likely expose the employee to inclement weather and safety hazards such as falling objects, heavy equipment, power tools, noise and vibration, dust and dirt, fumes and odors, and uneven or rough terrain. Frequent travel between sites is required, which exposes the employee to the hazards associated with travel by vehicle. PHYSICAL DEMANDS • The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. • Must possess the visual ability to see clearly at close (less than 20 inches) and far (20 feet or more) distances, identify and distinguish colors, observe an area that can be seen up and down or the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point, judge distances and spatial relationships, and adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus. • Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: standing, walking, sitting, using hands and fingers to handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, hearing, and smelling. Utilities Supervisor Page 4 of 4 City of Ridgefield, WA Updated: 8/2021 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. As every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may reasonably be considered incidental in the performing of their duties as though they were included in this job description.