Utilities Foreman - Wastewater Collection

City of Palm Bay; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The City of Palm Bay is seeking a Utilities Supervisor to oversee the installation, maintenance, and repair of the water distribution and wastewater collection system. You will lead a team, set priorities, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance on all field operations.

Qualifications include five years of direct wastewater collections experience, CDL with tank endorsement, and required certifications; knowledge of CMMS and field equipment is essential; this role may require on-call duties,

Qualifications

• Five years of direct experience with wastewater collections systems.
• Two years of operational decision-making in wastewater collection.
• Valid Florida Class A CDL with tank endorsement and clean driving record.
• Certifications in Trenching and Shoring and Confined Space.
• FWPCOA Wastewater Collection System Operator Technician Level I Certification or CSUS Level I within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Supervise personnel, assign work, monitor safety and performance.
• Enter and review data in CMMS; issue public notices for boil water, testing, etc.
• Operate light and heavy equipment as needed.
• May work on weekends/holidays and participate in on-call rotations.
• Develop and enforce division policies, budgets, and safety compliance.

Skills

Hand tools

Blueprint reading

CMMS data entry

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Minimum Training & Experience

May be eligible for sign-on bonus up to $2,500. High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. Coursework in wastewater technologies preferred. Must have five (5) years of direct experience with wastewater collections systems. Two (2) years of experience in operational decision making in Wastewater Collection systems. Must possess a valid Florida Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tank endorsement and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record.

Special Requirements

Certifications in Trenching and Shoring and Confined Space required. Must possess a Florida Department of Transportation Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic Certification, an OSHA 30 certification and an Excavator Operator Training Certification.

When assigned to Wastewater Collections:

Must possess a valid Florida Water & Pollution Control Operators Association (FWPCOA) Wastewater Collection System Operator Technician Level I Certification*. Completion of all of the following California State University Sacramento (CSUS) courses will also be accepted:

• Operation and Maintenance of Wastewater Collection Systems, Volume 1, 90-hour course
• Operation and Maintenance of Wastewater Collection Systems, Volume 2, 64-hour course
• Collection Systems: Methods for Evaluating and Improving Performance, 30-hour course
• For internal candidates: A Level II Certification or equivalent CSUS courses will be accepted upon hire with the requirement to obtain the Level I Certification or equivalent CSUS courses within twelve (12) months of hire.

Licenses/Certifications must be kept current while in this classification.

Must be able to use hand tools, read simple blueprints and schematics. Must have knowledge of computer systems and the ability to utilize technology such as tablets and desktop computers to complete various trainings and tasks as assigned. Hands‑on experience with operating and maintaining light and heavy equipment preferred.

NOTE:

Out of State candidates applying for reciprocity of the required license may be considered for this position.

EMERGENCY DECLARATION STATUS

Code 1: Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and/or declared emergency. On an incident‑by‑incident basis, the employee's Department Head will make the determination as to who will be required to work.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Under general supervision, performs limited administrative and supervisory work directly overseeing the installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of the City’s water distribution/ wastewater collection system and related facilities. Work includes all duties performed by those they oversee, as a hands‑on leader. Work includes determining priorities, scheduling, and assigning personnel to various job sites; determining the nature and extent of maintenance and repair work to be performed and procuring needed maintenance supplies and materials. Work requires employee to wear and use personal protection equipment including hearing, eye, foot, hand, head, fall, and respiratory protection. Reports to assigned Utilities Supervisor.

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES

Essential Job Function

Supervises, assigns and performs Utilities activities such as: locating, inspecting, repairing, installing and maintaining water and sewer mains, service lines and utility related appurtenances like, fire hydrants, water meters, valves, pumps, air release/vacuum valves, lift stations, wells and sanity sewer manholes.

Ensures the restoration of utility easements and public right of way, which includes but is not limited to cleaning, repairing, and replacing sidewalks, curbs, driveways, and landscaping.

Develops, establishes and ensures adherence to policies, procedures and standards, and instructs and advises subordinates, as necessary, resolving problems as non‑routine situations arise.

Inspects work areas prior to beginning work and ensures safety of work sites and practices.

Assigns work orders to subordinates; ensures jobs are completed and recorded appropriately.

Actively enters and reviews data in the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Assigns the issuance of public notices like precautionary boil water, smoke testing, planned service interruption doorhangers.

Flushes fire hydrants, obtains pressure readings, and collects water and/or wastewater samples for various analyses, as needed.

Submits locate ticket requests to Sunshine 811.

Makes recommendations for routine personnel matters affecting direct subordinates, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring training, assigning, scheduling, granting leave, appraising and disciplining, etc., submitting such records and reports as required by Department and City management.

Prepares and maintains various activities records and reports; submits reports to superiors as requested or as otherwise deemed appropriate; projects personnel and cost estimates to assist in Department budget proposal preparation. Utilizes and maintains computer programs and data bases.

Ensures that all health and safety policies are adhered to protect employees and the public.

Reviews project plans and specifications to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances and recommends amendments or alterations to achieve compliance as necessary. Confers with City staff to ensure compliance of all site work prior to issuance of certificate of occupancy.

Responds to questions and complaints from the public related to division activities and explains City of Palm Bay Utility policies; consults with staff to resolve technical, operational or personnel problems; troubleshoots complex technical problems, develops alternative solutions and makes recommendations for action.

Assists in the development and implementation of division goals, objectives and policies.

Monitors and maintains schedules for equipment and related appurtenances; oversees performance of maintenance and repair work as scheduled or otherwise necessary.

Determines the need for mobilizing equipment.

Operates and maintains light and heavy equipment as needed.

May be assigned to shift work. May be required to work weekends and holidays.

Must participate in the rotational on-call to respond to emergencies after normal working hours and on weekends.

Additional Job Functions

Performs other related work as required.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.

This position is General Non-Exempt and is covered under Personnel Policies and the Administrative Code.

Health Insurance

Health care plan options include HDHP, OAPIN and OAP through Cigna.

Dental Insurance

Dental coverage is offered in three plans that include DHMO & PPO High/Low plans.

Vision Insurance

Vision coverage includes an annual eye exam, frames and lenses or contact lenses in lieu of eyeglasses.

Life Insurance

The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with life insurance in the amount of one time their annual base salary at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of $250,000.

Dependent/Spouse Life Insurance

The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with dependent/spouse life insurance in the amount of $5,000 per dependent at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost.

Short Term Disability

Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's annual base salary during a short-term disability period not to exceed 26 weeks.

Long Term Disability

Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's salary at time of disability after a 180 consecutive day waiting period.

Defined Contribution Retirement Plan

City contributes a base of 3%. Employees may contribute up to 6% and the City will match the employees contribution.

Holidays

11 holidays and 1 birthday holiday and 1 floating holiday.

Paid Leave

Accrue 96 hours of vacation and sick leave per year. Accrued vacation hours increase after 10 years of service.