Overtime-Eligible Water Utilities Lead Field Ops

City-of-Bellevue; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with overtime

Excellent benefits (medical, dental, 3

Retirement plans

Paid time off (holidays, personal time

Clothing and boot allowance

Training, CDL support

Job summary

The City of Bellevue is seeking a Water Utilities Program Lead Worker to guide a small field crew and oversee critical water maintenance programs. You will help keep drinking water safe and reliable for Bellevue residents, leading daily field work and coordinating repairs on hydrants, valves, mains, meters, and connections.

You will train teammates, document work with mobile devices, and respond to emergencies while maintaining safety and quality in all activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience in drinking water infrastructure.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, including leading small crews, mentoring, decision-making under pressure, and safe, productive work.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and motivate crew while ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Coordinate repairs on hydrants, valves, mains, meters, and service connections.
• Support preventive and corrective maintenance programs, including system flushing.
• Work with contractors, inspectors, and Water Quality staff on shutdowns and field issues.
• Use mobile technology to document, track, and report work.
• Operate equipment such as dump trucks, backhoes, and hydro excavators.
• Respond to emergencies like water main breaks or weather events.
• Communicate effectively with the public, supervisors, and other city staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning & Organizing

Documentation

Mentoring

Decision Making

Safety Compliance

Team Leadership

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Field Reporting Tools

Maps & Drawings

Mobile Devices (iPad/iPhone)

Hydraulic & Water System Maps

Job description

The City of Bellevue is seeking a Water Utilities Program Lead Worker to guide a small field crew and oversee critical water maintenance programs. You will help keep drinking water safe and reliable for Bellevue residents, leading daily field work and coordinating repairs on hydrants, valves, mains, meters, and connections.

You will train teammates, document work with mobile devices, and respond to emergencies while maintaining safety and quality in all activities.