What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Pipe Repair Supervisor - Examination position at City of Cleveland?
Description
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENT # 2025-117 CS
APPROVED C.S.C. MEETING MINUTES 12/5/2025
WATER PIPE REPAIR SUPERVISOR (OPEN)
Filing Of Application
Application must be made electronically through the City of Cleveland’s website:
www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cleveland
THE ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PERIOD IS FROM 12:0 1A.M. ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2025 UNTIL 11:59 PM ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2025. NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER 11:59 PM ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2025.
SALARY: The prevailing salary for this position as established by Ordinance of the Council of the City of Cleveland is $32.07 - $34.05 per hour.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
EXPERIENCE EVALUATION: An experience evaluation consists of a quantitative evaluation of an Applicant’s academic training and experience pertinent to the classification for which an examination is taken, based on the statement of experience as recorded on the candidate’s application and on academic training based on required credentials.
Examples of Duties
DUTIES
Under general direction, supervises the installation, maintenance, and repair work in connection with the water service system. Performs related duties as required. TYPICAL TASKS: Supervises the laying, repairing, raising, and lowering of mains. Supervises the installation and repair of fire hydrants. Supervises the installation of valves, meters, air cocks, and drains. Supervises the operation of large valves. Supervises the making of electrolysis surveys. Supervises the testing of mains. Supervises the assigning of work to pipe repair and service connection crews. Checks pipe laying maps and records. Maintains records. Supervises the preparation of reports. Supervises individuals engaged in cutting and threading pipe. Takes water samples and performs other related duties.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or GED required. The equivalent of five years of full-time paid experience in water pipe repair, three of which must be in a supervisory capacity, required. Valid State of Ohio Driver's License required. Must be able to lift and carry 75 pounds. Must be computer literate and have a working knowledge of the water distribution system. Valid State of Ohio Class II Distribution License is preferred. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather.
Supplemental Information
NOTE: Minimum qualifications must be met as of the last day of the filing period unless otherwise stated.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
Veterans' preference will be awarded, when applicable, to eligible veterans in accordance with Civil Service Rules 4.40E, 4.40F and 4.40G.Proof of active service or a DD Form 214, must be presented to the Commission at the time of filing application for the examination in which credit is sought in order to qualify for veterans' credit. If the applicant has received an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions that applicant shall receive an additional five (5) points added to their raw score on the examination; or ten (10) points are added to their raw score on the examination if applicant’s supporting documentation indicates more than fifteen percent (15%) service connected disability.
NOTE: Only DD Form 214 (long form) or an official armed service document indicating typeofdischargeorseparationandthedatesofactiveservicewillbeacceptedasproof of active service.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin/ancestry, military status, disability, age and religion.
The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.
The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENT # 2025-117 CS
APPROVED C.S.C. MEETING MINUTES 12/5/2025
WATER PIPE REPAIR SUPERVISOR (OPEN)
Filing Of Application
Application must be made electronically through the City of Cleveland’s website:
www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cleveland
THE ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PERIOD IS FROM 12:0 1A.M. ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2025 UNTIL 11:59 PM ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2025. NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER 11:59 PM ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2025.
SALARY: The prevailing salary for this position as established by Ordinance of the Council of the City of Cleveland is $32.07 - $34.05 per hour.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
EXPERIENCE EVALUATION: An experience evaluation consists of a quantitative evaluation of an Applicant’s academic training and experience pertinent to the classification for which an examination is taken, based on the statement of experience as recorded on the candidate’s application and on academic training based on required credentials.
Examples of Duties
DUTIES
Under general direction, supervises the installation, maintenance, and repair work in connection with the water service system. Performs related duties as required. TYPICAL TASKS: Supervises the laying, repairing, raising, and lowering of mains. Supervises the installation and repair of fire hydrants. Supervises the installation of valves, meters, air cocks, and drains. Supervises the operation of large valves. Supervises the making of electrolysis surveys. Supervises the testing of mains. Supervises the assigning of work to pipe repair and service connection crews. Checks pipe laying maps and records. Maintains records. Supervises the preparation of reports. Supervises individuals engaged in cutting and threading pipe. Takes water samples and performs other related duties.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or GED required. The equivalent of five years of full-time paid experience in water pipe repair, three of which must be in a supervisory capacity, required. Valid State of Ohio Driver's License required. Must be able to lift and carry 75 pounds. Must be computer literate and have a working knowledge of the water distribution system. Valid State of Ohio Class II Distribution License is preferred. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather.
Supplemental Information
NOTE: Minimum qualifications must be met as of the last day of the filing period unless otherwise stated.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
Veterans' preference will be awarded, when applicable, to eligible veterans in accordance with Civil Service Rules 4.40E, 4.40F and 4.40G.Proof of active service or a DD Form 214, must be presented to the Commission at the time of filing application for the examination in which credit is sought in order to qualify for veterans' credit. If the applicant has received an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions that applicant shall receive an additional five (5) points added to their raw score on the examination; or ten (10) points are added to their raw score on the examination if applicant’s supporting documentation indicates more than fifteen percent (15%) service connected disability.
NOTE: Only DD Form 214 (long form) or an official armed service document indicating typeofdischargeorseparationandthedatesofactiveservicewillbeacceptedasproof of active service.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin/ancestry, military status, disability, age and religion.
The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.
The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.
Salary : $32 - $34