Salary : $91,365.87 - $111,055.57 AnnuallyLocation : Colton, CAJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: 24/25-00037Department: Public Works & Utility ServicesDivision: Water UtilityOpening Date: 12/23/2024Closing Date: 1/31/2025 11:59 PM PacificDefinitionDEFINITION:Under general direction, supervises, directs, and participates in the maintenance, repair, and activities of the Water Production Department including the operation and maintenance of valves, pumps, wells, booster stations, reservoirs, and related equipment; oversees regulatory water sampling and chlorination to ensure clean potable water for customers; prioritizes and schedules work; assists with budget preparation; prepares a variety of administrative and regulatory reports; provides complex staff assistance to management staff in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:The Water Production Supervisor is the supervisory level class in the series that exercises independent judgment on diverse and specialized water production maintenance and operations activities with accountability and ongoing decision-making responsibilities associated with the work. Incumbents are responsible for planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of staff and for providing technical support to management in a variety of areas. Performance of the work requires the use of independence, initiative, and discretion within established guidelines. Incumbents in this position may be required to work holidays, evenings, and weekends and be on-call for emergency situations/shifts as needed.SUPERVISION EXERCISED:Exercises direct supervision over lower level staff. Essential Functions EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Plan, organize, assign, supervise, and oversee the daily functions, operations, maintenance, staff, and activities of the City's water production including operations and maintenance of valves, pumps, wells, booster stations, reservoirs, and related equipment.
- Supervise, plan, organize, and develop evaluation plans, work processes, and system performance guidelines and objectives to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Assist with the preparation, administration, and monitoring of the division budget; determine funding needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; ensure compliance with budgeted funding; authorize payment of invoices; perform a variety of operational calculations to improve operations and reduce costs.
- Participate in the selection, train, motivate, and evaluate assigned personnel; work with employees to correct deficiencies; recommend and implement discipline and termination procedures.
- Develop and standardize procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; assess and monitor workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities and make recommendations for improvement.
- Monitor, test, evaluate, and develop operational treatment processes to ensure water treatment operations function efficiently and with minimal interruptions.
- Reviews, coordinates, and implements local, state, and federal laws and regulations associated with water treatment process operations to ensure compliance.
- Assist and coordinates plant process operations associated with plant Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Systems (SCADA).
- Supervise, inspect, and review the preparation of analytical data; monitor daily operational system processes for efficiency, cost effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.
- Supervise the maintenance of a solar power plant and an ion exchange treatment plant.
- Prepare, review, authorize, and submit a variety of operational reports, regulatory reports, recommendations, and correspondence.
- Provide, plan, and implement training of plant operation staff on new or revised operational methods, processes, and procedures; review the work of staff to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; provide technical advice and assistance to operations personnel when needed.
- Meet with managers, supervisors, and staff to update, inform, and advise regarding goals and objectives.
- Maintain files, databases, and records related to water treatment and production activities; prepares a variety of written reports, memoranda, and correspondence.
- Represent the City in meetings with members of other public and private organizations, contractors, and developers, to coordinate operational and regulatory compliance issues.
- Responds to emergency situations, as necessary.
- Ensure staff compliance with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
- Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:Education:A high school diploma or equivalent is required, supplemented by college level coursework in water science or a related field.ANDExperience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in water production, water treatment, water quality, or a related field.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License, and to be maintained throughout employment.
- Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board Grade II Water Treatment Operator Certificate is required. Possession of a valid Grade III Water Treatment Operator Certificate is desired.
- Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board Grade IV Water Distribution Operator Certificate is required.
- Possession of a County of San Bernardino Environmental Health Services Certified Backflow Prevention Device Tester is desired.
Additional Requirements:Depending on the needs of the City, the incumbent of this classification may be required to maintain additional licenses or certificates and Continuing Education Units. The incumbent may be required to work outside the traditional work schedule. May be subject to call out/call back or stand-by scheduling. Additional Information Knowledge of:Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, discipline, and the training of staff in work procedures. Principles and practices of leadership. Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly. Basic principles and practices of budget administration and monitoring. Principles, practices, methods, and techniques used in monitoring, evaluating, planning, and implementing effective plant processes of wellhead treatment. Distribution and treatment plant processes including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems (SCADA), conventional water treatment, direct water treatment, blending, ion exchange, pressure zones, and related equipment functions. Principles and methods of operating pumps, valves, motors, engines, and electronic and computerized control systems, chemicals, and bacteriological and biological analyses associated with water treatment processes. Procedures and strategies for improving water distribution system performance and efficiency. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures to ensure operational compliance including the Safe Drinking Water Act, Environmental Protection Agency, California Environmental Protection Agency, American Water Works Association, and California State Water Resources Control Board. Occupational hazards and standard safety practices and regulations pertaining to the operation of a water treatment plant; safe driving principles and practices. Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations. Methods and techniques of preparing technical and administrative reports, and general business correspondence. City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.Ability to:Identify, develop, and implement goals, objectives, action plans, practices, policies, standard operating procedures, and work standards in collaboration with other department managers. Select and supervise staff, provide training and development opportunities, ensure work is performed effectively, and evaluate performance in an objective and positive manner. Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards relevant to work performed. Perform the most complex water production duties. Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. Assist with the preparation, administration, and monitoring of the budget; perform a variety of operational calculations to improve operations and reduce costs. Analyze water production maintenance processes and operational issues and problems, evaluate alternatives, and reach sound conclusions and recommendations for action and improvement. Perform mathematical calculations to ensure proper dosing, blending, chemical storage, and water system capacity is maintained to meet all state and federal regulations. Read and interpret analytical data. Monitor and maintain system processes at an optimal and cost-effective level. Read and interpret meters, gauges, schematic drawings, diagrams, and blueprints. Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials. Direct and adhere to proper safety practices and procedures. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Maintain accurate logs, records, and written records of work performed. Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments. Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Skill to:Operate a variety of heavy equipment on City streets. Effectively operate a motor vehicle on City streets. Operate computer and applicable software.Recruitment and Selection ProcessThe candidates with the most desired qualifications and that best meet the city's needs will be invited to participate in the Oral Board Interview process. Candidates successful in this process will have their names certified to an eligibility list. This list is valid for one (1) year.Disaster Service Worker Government Code Section 3100Positions designated in the Teamsters Local 1932 Mid-Manager Unit receive the following benefits:
- Employees in Mid-Manager Unit receive the following salary increases:
- 7/2024 receive a 1.5% salary increase
- Cafeteria amount for the purchase of medical, dental, and vision incurance is $1,625.00/mo effective August, 2024.
- Employees hired on or after May 1, 2018, shall have a maximum cap of $500 for cash in-lieu.
- Up to 80 hours per year of vacation accrued for 0 - 5 years of service
- Up to 96 hours of sick leave (8 hours accrued monthly)
- 12 paid holidays (per calendar year)
- 20 floating holiday hours (per fiscal year)
- California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) for Miscellaneous Members: Classic Members hired prior to 6/1/2012 benefit level is 2.7% @ 55 Classic Members hired after 6/1/2012 benefit level is 2.5% @ 55 PEPRA Members hired after 1/1/2013 benefit level is 2% @ 62
- CalPERS 4th Level 1959 Survivor Benefit
- City paid short term and long term disability insurance coverage
- City paid life insurance coverage in the amount of $50,000
- City does not participate in the Social Security System
- Tuition Reimbursement - up to $2,500 per fiscal year after passing probation.
- Six month probationary period.
01 Do you possess a valid California Class C driver's license or higher issued by the California State Department of Motor Vehicles?
02 Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?
03 Do you possess a current State of California Water Resources Control Board Grade II Water Treatment Operator Certificate?
04 Do you possess a current State of California Water Resources Control Board Grade IV Water Distribution Operator Certificate?
05 Do you possess any other certifications not specified above? If so please type which certifications you currently possess and please upload them with your application. 06 How many years of experience do you possess as a Water Operator?
- 4-5 years
- 5-6 years
- 6+ years
- none
07 Please describe in detail your responsibilities you have conducted as a Lead Operator. Required Question