Water Distribution Operations Leader

West Des Moines Water Works; West Des Moines (IA); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

West Des Moines Water Works is seeking a Water Distribution Manager to lead the Distribution Department, overseeing operations, maintenance, repairs, and improvements of the distribution system. The role includes budgeting, staff management, safety, and regulatory compliance, reporting to the Superintendent and General Manager.

The successful candidate will supervise staff, plan work, manage inventory and assets, coordinate construction activities, and respond to emergencies.

Formación

• Minimum qualifications not explicitly stated in the ad; candidates should have strong leadership and supervisory experience in water distribution operations.
• Experience directing maintenance, repair, and improvement of a distribution system and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsabilidades

• Establishes goals and objectives for the distribution department.
• Develops and implements distribution system practices meeting industry standards and regulations.
• Directly supervises Distribution Department employees and manages staffing, training, and evaluations.
• Schedules, assigns, and inspects water mains, valves, hydrants, and appurtenances work.
• Determines equipment and materials needed for distribution maintenance and procurement.
• Assesses asset condition and prioritizes maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement.
• Maintains accurate records including GIS and asset-management data.
• Responds to water service complaints and checks for leaks.
• Oversees contracts and ensures work meets specifications, safety, and schedule.
• Participates in annual budget development and monitors expenditures.
• Provides leadership during water distribution emergencies and coordinates response.
• Operates maintenance equipment as needed.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Operations planning

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Safety management

Asset management

Emergency response

Personnel management

Scheduling

Stakeholder coordination

Herramientas

GIS

Asset management software

Descripción del empleo

West Des Moines Water Works is seeking a Water Distribution Manager to lead the Distribution Department, overseeing operations, maintenance, repairs, and improvements of the distribution system. The role includes budgeting, staff management, safety, and regulatory compliance, reporting to the Superintendent and General Manager.

The successful candidate will supervise staff, plan work, manage inventory and assets, coordinate construction activities, and respond to emergencies.