Job Details

Wastewater Collection Supervisor

Under direction inspects vehicle and equipment to ensure proper operating condition, performs minor repairs and services, cleans and maintains as needed; operates equipment to include trencher, mole, tapping machines, crane and dump truck to perform installations and repairs; uses handhold equipment to include trencher, mole, tapping machines, crane and dump truck to perform installations and repairs; uses handhold equipment to perform various tasks; locates and identifies utility lines before digging or installing new equipment; collects water samples and forwards to laboratory for testing; supervises and coordinates work crews, issues work assignments, trains crew and oversees installation and repairs; resolves minor work related problems and performs additional tasks in support of the department as needed or upon request.

Qualifications Required

Knowledge of sewer design and operations including installations. Knowledge of organization and operational procedures of wastewater division of Utilities Department. Knowledge of various tools and equipment including tamps, air hammers and pipe saws. Knowledge of utility safety rules and procedures. Knowledge of policies, rules and regulations of the City of Phenix City. Reading skills to comprehend operator manuals, directives, gauges and indicators. Writing skills to prepare reports, work orders and similar non-complex documents. Verbal communication skills to converse with supervisor and co-workers on work-related issues. Math skills to count, add, and subtract whole numbers. Skill to safely and efficiently operate jackhammer to access water lines. Skill to operate chain saw to cut low hanging limb or other debris from right-of-ways. Skill to operate gas powered pipe saw to cut pipe used in water line repairs. Ability to work under general supervision and complete assigned tasks. Ability to exercise judgment particularly in tasks involving safety of self and others or efficiency of operations. Ability to follow instructions and efficiently complete tasks. Ability to work as a member of a team.

Physical Qualifications Required

Must be dexterous enough to use hands and fingers to grasp and manipulate tools and pipes; must be agile enough to climb in and out of truck to load and/or unload necessary equipment; must be able to work on uneven terrain in traffic areas; must possess adequate upper and lower body strength to maintain control while operating tamping machines and/or other equipment while on uneven terrain; must hear well enough to receive communications over a two-way radio (hearing aid acceptable); must speak clearly and loudly enough to be heard and understood in person and/or over two-way radio; must see well enough to safely operate equipment; must be able to assist in lifting equipment up to 250 pounds; must be able to withstand exposure to the elements to include extreme heat and/or cold.

Credentials & Experience

High School education or GED. Must have valid driver's license. Meet appropriate certification requirements.

Documents Required

• High School Diploma / GED

• Valid Driver's License

Be willing to comply with City of Phenix City policies and work rules. Be willing to work during non-duty hours, holidays and weekends when necessary to achieve goals. Be willing to wear required safety equipment and adhere to appropriate safety procedures.