Water Distribution Supervisor

Water Distribution Supervisor

01 Nov 2024
California, Ventura county, 93001 Ventura county USA

Water Distribution Supervisor

The City of Ventura Water Department is looking for a Water Distribution Supervisor to join the team. We are seeking candidates who enjoy leading a team and are ready to take a primary role in supervising a work crew in a complex, D5 water system environment.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Water Distribution Manager, the Water Distribution Supervisor commands a team of 4 Leads and 12 Water Distribution Operators in troubleshooting and maintaining the water distribution system including pipelines, valves, fire hydrants, meters, and other associated equipment. This Supervisor performs at a high level of technical expertise, establishing procedures and monitoring preventative and corrective maintenance, inspecting progress of work, conducting staff technique and technology training, reviews and responds to citizen inquiries and assumes the role of Chief Operator of distribution facilities in the absence of the Water Distribution Manager.

The City of Ventura currently relies on 100% local water sources - the Ventura River, Lake Casitas, and local groundwater wells, as well as, providing reclaimed water from the Ventura Water Reclamation Facility to two municipal golf courses, the Ventura Marina area, and private customers for landscape irrigation. The Water Distribution Supervisor is responsible for overall distribution operations, maintenance of the water distribution system to ensure compliance with the California Department of Water Resources Division of Drinking Water, Environmental Management and City Operating Policies and Procedures, utilizing applicable American Water Works standards, the City’s Risk Management Plan, NPDES (National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System) and DDW (Division of Drinking Water) regulations.

Who You Are

If you the desire to join a dedicated team committed to the production of high-quality water in an environment that changes from day to day, this position may be for you! If through education, training and/or experience you can:

demonstrate expertise of State Water Resources Control Board Drinking Water rules and regulations, State Title 17 and 22 Code of Regulations

lay out work in an organized and well-planned manner, communicating clear directions,

lead a team to sustain coordinated efforts recognizing each contributors’ strengths,

demonstrate sound judgement while handling multiple high impact issues simultaneously,

familiarity with Lucidity to determine the priority of work to be performed using Lucity AMMS,

familiarity with SCADA software systems,

tactfully interface with other City employees and consultants in resolving issues,

respond on a callback basis as needed, living within a 30-minute response time

….then you are an ideal candidate for this position.

The City of Ventura offers the ability to grow your water distribution skills as a you supervise and lead an exemplary, group of employees. Join our team as we align our workforce to better serve our community together – they’re counting on us!

Currently, there is one full-time position available that the City is looking to fill immediately. This recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies.

MORE INFORMATION

For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City’s Career Page at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs or by clicking here Water Distribution Supervisor.

Position Qualifications

A combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to completion of high school and three years of experience in the construction, repair, and maintenance of water pipelines and related facilities comparable to a California State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Drinking Water D4 system, including at least one year of experience as a lead worker or supervisor which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Experience in a D5 water system is desirable.

License: Possession of a valid California Class C driver’ license is required.

Certificates: Possession of a Grade IV Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Drinking Water at time of hire.

A Grade V Water Distribution Operator Certification is required with 12 months.

A Grade II Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Drinking Water is highly desirable.

Salary and Benefits

The City offers a total compensation package that includes both a generous salary plus excellent benefit!

Salary: $101,925.82 - $136,581.74 Annually

Benefits: Refer to the benefits tab on the job posting for specific information on City benefits.

How to Apply

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire now!

The filing deadline is Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.

Go to www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs and Apply! EEO/ADA

salary plus 6 Medical options, CalPERS Retirement, Dental, Vision, FSA, 457

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