What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Distribution Supervisor position at City of Palm Bay, FL?
MINIMUM TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
For internal candidates: A Class II License will be accepted upon hire with the requirement to obtain the Class I License within twelve (12) months of hire.
Licenses/Certifications must be kept current while in this classification.
NOTE: Out of State candidates applying for reciprocity of the required license may be considered for this position.
EMERGENCY DECLARATION STATUS
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Supervises, assigns and directs activities of the City’s water distribution system operations.
Develops, establishes and ensures adherence to policies, goals, procedures and standards.
Effectively leads staff by communicating Departmental goals, divesting control and encouraging employee innovation through the implementation of reciprocated practices.
Administers and makes recommendations for routine personnel matters affecting direct subordinates, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, assigning, scheduling, granting leave, performance evaluations and discipline, etc., and submitting such records and reports as required per Department and City policies.
Establishes and monitors adherence to maintenance schedules for Department equipment; oversees performance of maintenance and repair work as scheduled or otherwise necessary.
Researches equipment and supply prices and prepares purchase specifications; purchase supplies and equipment as necessary to maintain adequate inventory for daily maintenance operations.
Prepares and maintains various activity records and reports; submits reports to management as requested or as otherwise deemed appropriate; projects personnel and cost estimates to assist in Department budget proposal preparation.
Reviews trade journals and other appropriate literature to enhance and maintain knowledge of trends and developments in the field of water distribution.
Prepares rough drawings, specifications and calculations for the rehabilitation and replacement of the water systems.
Determines equipment, labor, and material requirements to perform construction projects.
Utilizes computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), GIS and other related programs to manage workflows and data collection.
Responds to questions and complaints from the public related to division activities and explains City of Palm Bay Utility policies, as necessary.
Consults with staff to resolve technical, operational or personnel problems; troubleshoots complex technical problems, develops alternative solutions and makes recommendations for action.
May be assigned to shift work. May be required to work weekends and holidays. May be required to respond to after hour calls.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs other related work as required.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.
This position is General Non-Exempt and is covered under Personnel Policies and the Administrative Code.
Health Insurance: Health care plan options include HDHP, OAPIN and OAP through Cigna.
Dental Insurance: Dental coverage is offered in three plans that include DHMO & PPO High/Low plans.
Vision Insurance: Vision coverage includes an annual eye exam, frames and lenses or contact lenses in lieu of eyeglasses.
Life Insurance: The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with life insurance in the amount of one time their annual base salary at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of $250,000.
Dependent/Spouse Life Insurance: The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with dependent/spouse life insurance in the amount of $5,000 per dependent at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost.
Short Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's annual base salary during a short-term disability period not to exceed 26 weeks.
Long Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's salary at time of disability after a 180 consecutive day waiting period.
Defined Contribution Retirement Plan: City contributes a base of 3%. Employees may contribute up to 6% and the City will match the employees contribution.
Holidays: 10 holidays and 1 birthday holiday.
Paid Leave: Accrue 96 hours of vacation and sick leave per year. Accrued vacation hours increase after 10 years of service.
Salary : $2 - $3