ASSISTANT UTILITIES DIRECTOR

1. TASK & DUTIES LIST AND MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE FOR: UTILITIES ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

• PAY STATUS: EXEMPT

2. REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Graduation from a two-year college or university with a degree in environmental science, public health, public administration, or a closely related field; and three (3) years experience related to the construction, repair and maintenance of water distribution, wastewater collection or treatment systems including the operation of a water plant or any equivalent of related education and/or experience.

Licensing, Registration or Certification: Background check must be satisfactory.

Pre-employment screenings must be passed.

Must possess or be able to obtain at time of hire and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Experience Education and/or experience above or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in water distribution, wastewater collection and treatment systems.

Considerable knowledge of water and wastewater treatment plant operations and maintenance.

Considerable knowledge of water and sewer pipe installation, connection, and repair.

Ability to interpret specific chemical, mathematical and biological analyses.

Ability to guide, direct, evaluate and motivate employees.

Ability to organize and supervise the activities of various crews performing construction and maintenance work.

Skill in operating a personal computer including word processing, spreadsheet, and database.

Ability to operate a motor vehicle, phone, copy/fax machine, calculator, detection devices and mobile radio.

Ability to effectively meet and deal with the public, always being polite as a representative of the City.

Ability to communicate ideas effectively both orally and in writing, with people on all levels and to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, department heads, associates, consultants, governmental agency representatives and the public.

Physical: Body Positions: Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling.

Body Movements: Must use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls.

Must be able to meet any required physical standards.

Reach with hands and arms.

Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel and crouch.

Body Senses Sight, hearing, speech, and smell. Must be able to speak and hear. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental: Language Ability to read, speak and write English. Ability to effectively communicate and project a positive attitude. Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Must be able to handle problems in a calm, reasonable manner.

Supervision Exercised Exercises close supervision over assigned treatment plant operators, maintenance workers and equipment operators. May act as Utilities Director in the absence of Utilities Director.

Reasonable Accommodations Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

3. TASKS and DUTIES OF JOB:

General Definition: Performs a variety of skilled, technical, supervisory, and administrative work in the planning, construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of municipal water distribution and treatment systems and wastewater collection and treatment systems. Employee works under the general supervision and guidance of the Utilities Director. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works outdoors in all weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet in office settings and usually load in field settings. Employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electric shock. Field inspection in varying weather conditions may be hazardous. Greases, solvents and chemicals used in the operation of equipment and analytical laboratory work can be hazardous if improperly used.

1 Maintains the required confidentiality of all work. Personnel matters, legal suits and industrial trade secrets are confidential.

2 Operates and maintains the water distribution system, the wastewater collection system, treatment plants, plumbing station and lift stations to control flow and processing of water and wastewater, sludge, and effluent to meet state permit, NPDES, or other local, state, or Federal regulations.

3 Plans, schedules and implements construction, maintenance, and operation and construction activities designed to provide quality water distribution and wastewater collection and treatment services for the City; Oversees construction and maintenance work to determine acceptability and conformance to standards.

4 Supervises the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems for the water distribution and treatment system and the wastewater collection and treatment system.

5 Oversees the analysis of water, wastewater, and effluent samples to provide data for the efficient operation of the Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants.

6 Trains, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines employees performing the duties of maintenance, construction and repair of water distribution, wastewater collection and treatment facilities; approves/disapproves leave benefits; validates payroll.

7 Supervises the control and use of, and assumes responsibility for all materials, supplies and equipment used in the maintenance, construction and repair of water distribution and treatment systems, wastewater collection and treatment systems and other department facilities.

8 Inspects and supervises the repair of water quality equipment, sewer collection systems, pumping station, meters, and treatment plant systems at frequent intervals to ensure that all aspects of the system are functioning properly.

9 Requisitions and maintains needed supplies for the water and wastewater departments and maintains a variety of records relating to personnel, equipment, supplies, and water consumption and distribution reports.

10 Applies for and maintains the N.P.D. E. S permit and modification and sludge disposal permit; makes application and applies for annual West Virginia Laboratory Certification.

11 Oversees the sludge land application/disposal program.

12 Advises City officials in matters relating to department activities; provides information to various civic, educational, and public groups and individuals regarding water distributions, wastewater collection and treatment activities.

13 Supervises, instructs, and assists assigned crews in water distribution, wastewater collection and treatment activities. May act as Utilities Director in the absence of Utilities Director.

14 Ensures that all necessary materials, supplies and equipment are available by maintaining an inventory of parts and materials and obtaining necessary parts, tools and supplies for the storeroom.

15 Responds to complaints regarding water and wastewater system failures, leaks or other problems; evaluates situation, determines if liability lies with the City or the property owner; explains findings to property owners and notifies repair crew if necessary.

16 Contact residents and business owners in areas where water or sewer services will be interrupted and explains the nature of the interruption and when services will be restored.

17 Ensures the proper maintenance of equipment and tools by supervising and participating in cleaning and checking equipment and tools after use.

18 Oversees the safety of assigned maintenance workers and equipment operators by instructing individuals in proper safety procedures and monitoring work in progress.

19 Assists in motivating and evaluating personnel by acting as a liaison between crew members and other supervisors.

20 Inspects and assists in the control and use of supplies and equipment used in the maintenance, construction and repair of water distribution, wastewater collection and treatment systems and other department facilities to ensure that all equipment is in proper working order.

21 Prepares departmental budgets annually making recommendations in short- and long-term planning of capital improvement projects.

22 Assists in the design and installation of new water distribution lines, wastewater collection lines, pumps or related treatment plant systems and facilities.

23 Resolves billing problems regarding water and sewer bills, connection charges or repair charges with property owners, tenants or others using the water and sewer utilities.

24 Monitors pretreatment user to assure compliance with discharge requirements.

25 Enforces rules, regulation, policies, and procedures relating to the operation of the water and wastewater utility systems.

26 Any and all other duties assigned by the Utilities Director.

4. MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE:

1 Has a thorough understanding of job duties.

2 Shows an interest in job and City. Represents the City in a professional and ethical manner.

3 Communicates effectively with co-workers and supervisors. Maintains positive relationships with co-workers, City officials, the public and all contacts.

4 Accepts and adapts to change, Learns new things quickly.

5 Cares about quality-rarely makes errors, requires little direct supervision, able to work independently.

6 Has ability to multitask in changing situations, without undo stress or frustration.

7 Practices quality employee/customer service/phone manner/public engagement.

8 Accurate in duties as assigned.

9 Prepares required reports accurately and timely.

10 Strives to develop and maintain skills necessary to progress in the position. Seeks opportunities to grow and develop in the Utility Assistant Director position.

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Last updated on Aug 9, 2024