This position is responsible for supervising the operations and maintenance of the water distribution system.

• Oversees the installation, maintenance and repair of water mains, services, and other system components; coordinates daily work priorities
• Establishes schedules and methods the installation, maintenance, repair and monitoring of the water distribution system.
• Responds to customer complaints regarding water quality and pressure; coordinates mitigation and repair activities.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of parts, supplies, tools, and equipment to safely and efficiently perform work tasks in the water distribution system.
• Recommends and assists in the implementation of department goals and objectives.
• Participates in the selection of staff; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; disciplines personnel.
• Participates in budget preparations; monitors and controls expenditures.
• Reviews work order to ensure the accuracy of data and the satisfactory completion of work.
• Coordinates work with outside contractors.
• Reviews employee leave requests.
• Responds to after-hours emergencies.
• Performs related duties.

• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of a water distribution system.
• Knowledge of the operation of a variety of job-related tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of related state and federal regulations.
• Knowledge of budget development and management principles.
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state law and city policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in management and supervision.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in prioritizing and planning.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with one to three years’ experience or service.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain an appropriate state-certified license for water or wastewater treatment or distribution as appropriate.