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Position Title:

Water System Maintenance Supervisor

Job Description:

Supervises water system maintenance crews who respond to Water Department emergencies and trouble calls. Diagnoses and makes system repairs; installs, tests, calibrates, repairs and replaces water meters; carries out preventive maintenance on valves, service lines, main lines, hydrants and meters; and performs buildings/grounds repair and upkeep. Reports to Water System Manager.

Position Salary Range:

$65,489 - $89,453

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

+ Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)

+ Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

+ Paid vacation and personal leave

+ Six to Twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment

+ Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

+ A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

+ Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

+ Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

Key Responsibilities:

+ Supervises field and/or shop crews who respond to emergency and routine water system trouble calls, including main, service, fire line and hydrant breaks, blown meters, broken valves, and water related road damage and sink holes. Repairs and replaces broken pipes, mains, valves and hydrants; and installs and replaces various types of commercial and residential water meters.

+ Instructs, trains and evaluates subordinates regarding operation and maintenance of tools and equipment, and observance of safety and other procedures.

+ Plans, prioritizes and monitors all maintenance work. Determines best means and methods for job. Recommends changes in operational procedures and system components. Provides expertise and trouble shoots.

+ Prepares records and reports. Requisitions equipment, supplies and materials. Assists with specifications. Assists in budget preparation and monitoring.

+ Coaches and counsels employees and conducts regular performance reviews. Resolves personnel issues including grievances, work assignments and disciplinary actions. Recommends hiring and firing. Is responsible to implement and oversee departmental safety program in the field.

+ Ensures that service histories are kept in computerized file, follow-up jobs are carried out in appropriate time frame, and crews are provided with proper equipment and training.

+ Responds to questions and complaints from customers and outside agencies. Trains employees on departmental policies and procedures and implements same. Coordinates work with other supervisors, divisions, departments, outside government agencies and customers.

+ Backs up other field or shop maintenance supervisors as necessary.

+ Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ High school graduation or GED equivalent and two years' post high school study in administration, hydrology, pipe fitting, plumbing or mechanical craft, plus five years' paid work experience in water system maintenance. Two years' supervisory or lead person experience also required. Education and experience may be substituted on a year for year basis, except for the supervisory requirement.

+ Ability to prioritize and assign work to subordinates; diagnose and resolve water system maintenance problems, write reports; keep records of labor and materials used, and communicate well with other supervisors, subordinates, representatives of other departments, government agencies and the general public under varying circumstances.

+ Possession of flagging certification and valid driver's license or driving privilege card.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

+ Normally light to moderate physical activity. May on occasion push, pull or lift medium to heavy weights. Difficult working conditions at times due to weather or emergency circumstances. Moderate exposure to disagreeable elements such as heat, cold, dampness, fumes, noise or grease.

+ Occasional exposure to hazards presented by closeness of heavy equipment operation, trenches and biological hazards. Frequent driving of assigned vehicle.

+ Constant exposure to stress as result of human behavior and the demands of the position.

+ Subject to emergency call on a 24‑hour, seven‑day‑week basis. Pulls 7-day/24 hour stand-by on a rotation basis.

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

$65,489 - $89,453

DEPARTMENT

Public Utilities

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40

Need help applying? Please call our Recruitment team at 801-535-6699 or email [email protected] .

BENEFITSFull-Time roles with Salt Lake City Corp are eligible for a generous, robust benefits package including:

+ Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)

+ HSA or Flex Account (HSA – City contributes $1,000 - $2,000 annually into account, no match required)

+ Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

+ City-paid retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

+ A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

+ Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

+ Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

+ Wellness clinic for employees and their families

Paid Time Off

+ 12 vacation days to start

+ 12 paid holidays & 1 personal holiday

+ Up to 80 hours of personal leave annually

+ 6 weeks of paid parental leave to all new parents

+ Additional time off credit possible for rehires or new hires coming from another public jurisdiction

VETERAN EMPLOYER:

Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.

ABOUT SALT LAKE CITY CORP

Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 200,000. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Our employees make a real difference with the work they do every day and are actively shaping our beautiful City's future.

We aspire to shape a better community and workplace, and as such, we are committed to pay equity. We are proud to have achieved gender pay equity as a leader in the Utah community by creating a workplace where there is equal opportunity for all.

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.