Water Distribution Supervisor

1.Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates and evaluates all activities and programs of the department.

2.Establishes and implements standard operating procedures for distribution.

3.Insures that distribution operations are in compliance with established procedures and standards, and federal, state and local laws and administrative regulations.

4.Insures that distribution systems are operated and maintained in a safe and efficient manner; implements safety programs; insures that operators are trained on new equipment and facilities.

5.Implements preventative maintenance programs; insures that preventative maintenance programs are followed.

6.Supervises and evaluates departmental personnel; prepares work schedules, approves assignments, training and time-off.

7.Attends training programs as required; insures employees participate in programs for obtaining certification.

8.Assists with budget preparation; monitors departmental budget.

9.Develops specifications for new equipment; insures preparation of cost estimates for projects and purchases; responsible for special projects in department including facilities construction and repair, installation of new equipment and implementation of improvements in department

10.Prepares or insures the preparation and maintenance of required records and reports.

11.Insures that samples are collected, laboratory analyses are completed, adjustments are made as necessary, samples are forwarded as required on a timely basis, and accurate records and reports are prepared and maintained; insures calibration of equipment.

12.Orders chemicals, materials, supplies and spare parts.

13.Insures maintenance and cleanliness of distribution system and grounds.

14.Coordinates distribution system operation with other departments as required.

15.Serves as liaison with regulatory agencies and contractors; works with consultants, including engineers and chemists in developing specifications.

16.Attends meetings as representative of the organization when directed.

17.Attends staff meetings; reports on departmental activities. 1

8.Attends to consumer complaints or other problems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

1.Graduation from high school or equivalent supplemented by work experience and education acceptable by the Kentucky Department of Natural Resources and Environment Protection Cabinet to possess and maintain Class III-D distribution certification.

2.Mechanical, electrical, plumbing training preferred. Experience in these areas is required.

3.Training or experience in personnel management preferred. : :

1.Extensive knowledge of distribution system operations.

2.Extensive knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.

3.Extensive knowledge of functions, servicing and maintenance requirements of mechanical and electrical equipment and machinery.

4.Extensive knowledge of safety requirements.

5.Knowledge of mechanics, electrical, chemistry, physics, mathematics and engineering.

6.Knowledge of computers, spreadsheets and applicable software programs.

7.Knowledge of distribution system operation theory.

8.Knowledge of personnel management.

1.Skills in dealing with subordinates and coworkers.

2.Skills in dealing with consumers and the general public while performing required duties.

1.Ability to supervise distribution operations in compliance with federal and state regulations and company policies and procedures.

2.Ability to detect mechanical flaws and make repairs to distribution system and equipment.

3.Ability to implement and insure compliance with preventative maintenance program.

4.Ability to supervise employees assigned to department; ability to evaluate employee performance.

5.Ability to conduct orientation and training programs for new employees.

6.Ability to prepare and maintain, and insure the preparation and maintenance of required records and reports.

7.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, officers, employees, and the general public.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

Instructions are very general; must use own judgement most of the time.

Must frequently refine existing work methods and develop new techniques, concepts, or programs within established limits or policies.

Required to report to utility management, Board, and regulatory agencies.

Assignments frequently involve decisions based on a wide knowledge of many factors where applications of advanced or technical concepts are required.

1.Vehicle, hand-held computer, pipe wrench, hand pump, tube, small hand tools, safety equipment, radio, water valve wrench, valve key and meter box wrench.

2.Power tools, plumbing tools and electrical repair tools and equipment.

3.Personal computers including spreadsheets and word-processing.

Work may be performed outdoors for extended periods of time during all weather conditions; requires sitting at desk with intermittent standing, kneeling, stooping and walking; lifting objects weighing more than 100 pounds is an accepted requirement of the job; exposed to high places, confined spaces, and must use stairs and ladders; must operate vehicle regardless of weather conditions.

Public and internal contacts, including supervisors and employees from other departments, requiring tact and diplomacy are requirements of the job

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Must possess and maintain Class III-D Distribution certification issued by Kentucky Division of Water before entering the class.

Must be able to respond to calls in emergency situations at all hours.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental insurance

- Flexible spending account

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Retirement plan

- Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

- Campbellsville, KY 42718 (Required)

Work Location: In person