Water Utility Supervisor Cross Control and Contractor Services

Aurora Water is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the drinking water sanitary sewer and storm drainage systems treatment of drinking water and non-potable reclaimed wastewater for irrigation billing and collection public outreach and water conservation acquisition and development of future water rights major capital projects programs and quality control for regulatory compliance and public health.

TheWater Utility Supervisorcoordinates supervises and directs the work activities of personnel in the cross control and contractor services sections of the Operations Division of the Water Department.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the functions of cross control and contractor services (backflow line testing etc.)

• Coordinates with contractors on City projects and resolves complex problems and conflicts arising during the course of the work

• Reviews work of subordinates and work crews

• Resolves citizen complaints in person and in writing

• Develops operational priorities goals and objectives

• Prepares and conducts training programs

• Develops implements and enforces safety programs

• Supervises assigned employees

• Prepares and maintains detailed records and reports

• Prepares and monitors program budget

• Interacts with contractors coworkers subordinates and the general public to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships

• Represents the department at meetings and on committees

• Communicates with vendors and distributors to negotiate and procure operational supplies

• Makes recommendations to the superintendent regarding selection hiring training evaluating and disciplining of assigned employees; and performs additional duties as assigned

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

An equivalent combination of education training and experience that demonstrates required knowledge skills and abilities may be considered.

Education:

• Associate Degree in a related field. An equivalent combination of education training and experience that demonstrates required knowledge skills and abilities may be considered.

Experience:

• At least 3-5 years progressively responsible experience in maintenance repair or construction in a large utility including experience in material and equipment procurement and maintenance utilizing a computer-based program and project tracking database system.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Lead work/supervisory experience preferred but not .

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of principles operating procedures equipment and materials used in water/wastewater utilities; methods and procedures of utility maintenance; ability to use common computer programs for records management and reports.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and supervisory skills

• Skill in the use of personal computers including Windows-based applications.

• Skill in checking information for accuracy and completeness and correcting errors

Abilities:

• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens.

• Coordinate work with other agencies and city departments.

• Read and interpret plans and specifications.

• Prepare reports and cost estimates.

• Supervise and schedule assignments for several work groups.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Colorado Class I Water Distribution and a Collection System Class I Certificate or ability to obtain within a specific time period as directed by departmental policies.

• Colorado drivers license in good standing.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Personnel:

When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands:

• Medium work that involves moving no more than 50 pounds with or without assistance at a time.

• Walking and standing to oversee projects.

• Some pushing pulling bending stooping/crouching and climbing to inspect work sites.

• Speech and hearing for communications with employees and citizens.

• Prolonged sitting at computer work stations.

• Hand/eye coordination to operate computer testing equipment.

• Hand/foot coordination for operation of vehicle to travel to remote sites.

• Vision to read manuals test instruments and other written materials.

Work Environment:

• Works both indoors and outdoors with some exposure to varying types of weather dust and noise.

Equipment Used:

• Uses standard office equipment including personal computer and common office software such as Microsoft 365 SharePoint backflow prevention software and Mobile Tablet Applications.

• Operate motor vehicle

• This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle cell phone tools etc.) during their employment.