Salary : $107,123.55 - $150,733.60 AnnuallyLocation : Sacramento, CAJob Type: Full-Time CareerJob Number: 001841-25-DOU-WDepartment: UtilitiesDivision: Water DistributionOpening Date: 01/14/2025Closing Date: Continuous THE POSITIONTHIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLEDApplication cut-off dates are Monthly: 1/31/25, 2/28/25, 3/31/25, 4/30/25, 5/31/25, 6/30/25, 7/31/25, 8/31/25, 9/30/25, 10/31/25, 11/30/25, 12/31/25THIS POSITION IS FOR THE WATER DIVISION.With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice.The Utilities Operations and Maintenance Superintendent ( Water Production Superintendent ) drives training programs, monitors various projects, maintains records, provides technical expertise, and responds to emergencies. The Water Production team also supports the Storm, Sanitary and Combined Sewer systems with alarm monitoring and operational support during the winter season. Coordination with internal and external groups and asset reliability are key areas of focus.Under limited direction the Utilities Operations and Maintenance Superintendent plans, coordinates, supervises, and reviews activities relating to the operations and maintenance of one or more of following the City systems:
- Drinking water production and treatment
- Drinking water distribution
- Drinking water quality, regulatory compliance, and research & development
- Stormwater drainage and flood control
- Wastewater collection including the combined sewer system
- System electrical, instrumentation and SCADA
- System maintenance and CIPs
This position also monitors projects, maintains records, provides technical expertise, and responds to problems and emergencies. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThis management-level classification is populated with multiple incumbents. Each Utilities Operations and Maintenance Superintendent manages an operational section within a Division in the Department of Utilities. This classification is distinguished from the higher-level classification, Utilities Operations and Maintenance Manager, in that the Utilities Operations & Maintenance Manager has overall administrative oversight for all sections within a Division and assumes responsibility for the department in the absence of the Director. This classification is distinguished from the next lower classification of the line supervisors in each section in that the latter classification is responsible for planning and supervising the work of crews or skilled and semi-skilled personnel. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISEDLimited direction is provided by the Utilities Operations and Maintenance Manager. Responsibilities include direct and indirect supervision of subordinate supervisors and administrative, professional, technical, and clerical personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDepending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Plans, schedules, assigns, and supervises daily activities directly and through subordinate supervisors.
- Coordinates work with contractors, other utilities, and other City departments, divisions, and sections the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater facilities, sewer and drainage stations, water distribution systems, sewage collection systems, and flood control and storm drainage systems.
- Reviews project plans and drawings, consults with engineers, contractors, other utilities, and City staff regarding projects and project problems; provides technical advice and assistance; and evaluates work and makes change recommendations based on observation and operational problems.
- Consults with developers and contractors to ensure that City standards are met; ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local rules and regulations to provide critical safeguards against system contamination.
- Responds to emergencies such as hazard spills, floods, the failure of one or more treatment processes, loss of electrical power, or telemetry failure; and maintains a variety of records and information on the occurrences.
- Participates in and provides technical expertise and support to the development and implementation of capital improvement and a variety of other projects; and maintains records of work accomplished and prepares reports.
- Develops, implements, and monitors safe operating procedures and safety programs in the construction, maintenance and operation of the water and wastewater production and treatment facilities and distribution, drainage and sewer systems; inspects work and directs use of the most efficient methods.
- Prepares and administers budget for assigned section; prepares, reviews, and modifies specifications for specialized equipment and contractual repair services; reviews and approves all orders for necessary maintenance supplies and equipment; and recommends the purchase of major items and items routinely used.
- Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in this classification.
QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of:
- Principles and techniques, methods, tools, supplies, materials, and equipment including machine work applicable to heavy industry used in the of maintenance, construction, repair, and replacement of the City's water systems and treatment facilities.
- Practices, procedures, and operating principles of water and/or wastewater treatment and assurance for water quality.
- Principles and practices of supervision, training, performance evaluation, and work scheduling.
- Principles and practices of organization, administration, and budgeting.
- Occupational hazards, standard safety precautions, applicable labor laws, OSHA and EPA regulations, applicable California Code of Regulations (i.e., 8, 17, 22, 23) Water Resources rules and other laws and regulations pertaining to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.
- Basic principles and practices of engineering and construction including plumbing, electrical, carpentry and painting.
- Quality control measures used for construction projects and environmental issues.
- Chemical, physical, and bacteriological properties of water.
- Standard methods for sampling and analyzing water.
- Linear algebra, chemistry, and microbiology.
- Underground construction practices and confined space entry guidelines.
Ability to:
- Develop, implement, plan, schedule, and direct construction, repair, maintenance, and research.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive preventive maintenance program.
- Understand and implement appropriate codes, laws, and regulations governing drinking water treatment, distribution, water quality, sewer, and storm drainage collection systems.
- Monitor and manage the progress of multiple projects simultaneously.
- Interpret and work from sketches, plans, diagrams, and blueprints.
- Train, supervise, evaluate, and discipline subordinate personnel.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Develop and write technical and non-technical reports.
- Use computers and various computer applications.
- Respond effectively to emergency situations.
- Develop and maintain a budget.
- Plan and monitor testing of water samples.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONExperience:Five years of increasingly responsible supervisory experience in the operation of a drinking water treatment plant or wastewater facility.-OR-Five years of increasingly responsible supervisory experience in the repair, construction, and maintenance of: water, sewer, or flood control and storm drainage systems. Education:A Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, engineering, or business administration, public administration, or a related field.Substitution:Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.PROOF OF EDUCATIONShould education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment.SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONSDriver License:Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certification:For assignments in Water Distribution: Possession of a Grade IV Water Distribution Operator certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board is required at the time of appointment.For Assignments in Water Treatment: Possession of a T5 Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board is required at the time of appointmentPROOF OF CERTIFICATIONProof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. THE SELECTION PROCEDUREPlease note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application for further consideration by the next posted cut-off date;
- Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.
- Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified:
- If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the Work Experience section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).
- If see resume is noted in the Work Experience section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the Work Experience section.
- Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
- Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment.
- Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment.
2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as part of the application process;
- Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted.
- Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed.
- A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire.
- Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process.
3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received will be forwarded to the hiring department for review until the position is filled. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:
- Please visit for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process.
- For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-###-####.
- Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at
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- Call the Human Resources Department at (916) ###-####
Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary.Pension Reform ActThe City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity EmployerThe City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.Additional InformationCivil Service Rules: Union Contracts: Salary Schedule: 01
APPLICATION: I understand my application must meet the minimum qualifications for consideration of employment with the City of Sacramento. The experience I list in the duties area of the Work Experience section of the employment application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum qualifications as stated on the job announcement. A resume, responses to the supplemental questions requiring a narrative response, employment history listed elsewhere in the application or attachments will not substitute for the information required in the Work Experience section of the employment application.
Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).Please refer to the City of Sacramento's Applicant Resources Page for Screening Instructions:
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PROOF OF EDUCATION: To qualify for this classification you may use education or experience as listed in the substitution option to provide required knowledge, skills, and abilities.I understand proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with my application and
will be required at the time of appointment if I am using education to qualify for this position.Please refer to the City of Sacramento's Proof of Education Requirements ( for information on accepted documentation.
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EDUCATION CONFIRMATION: If I am using education to qualify for this position, I attest I possess or will possess the following level of education in biology, chemistry, engineering, or business administration, public administration, or a related field by time of appointment if I am selected for this position
- No units from an accredited college or university
- Less than 30 semester or 45 quarter units from an accredited college or university
- 30 semester or 45 quarter units from an accredited college or university
- 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university
- Associates Degree
- 90 semester or 135 quarter units from an accredited college or university
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- Doctorate
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PROOF OF CERTIFICATION: I understand proof of certification, should be submitted with my application and
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CERTIFICATION CONFIRMATION: I attest I possess or will possess a T5 Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board by time of appointment if I am selected for this position.
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DRIVER'S LICENSE CONFIRMATION: I attest I possess or will possess a valid California Class Class C Driver's License by the time of appointment if I am selected for this position.
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SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE: The answers to the questions below will be reviewed by the hiring department along with the information provided in your employment application. Therefore, your answers must be consistent with your employment application information (especially in the Education and Work Experience sections), must be unambiguous, and must contain sufficient but concise detail and organization. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completing this Supplemental Questionnaire. Lack of clarity, incomplete or inconsistent information, and/or disorganized presentation may negatively affect the hiring department's review of your Supplemental Questionnaire.
I understand and agree to the above instructions. 08 Describe your supervisory experience and a challenge you have overcome since becoming a supervisor. 09 Discuss a few challenges you have had operating water system(s) and describe solutions implemented. 10 Describe any initiatives you have championed and how they have improved operations for your employer. Required Question
