Waunakee Utilities - Water and Sewer Manager

Waunakee; Waunakee (WI); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

WRS Pension

Paid time off

Job summary

Waunakee Utilities seeks an experienced Water & Sewer Manager to lead daily operations of the town’s water and wastewater systems. The role demands strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and a focus on safe, reliable service for a growing community.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years in utilities, a WDNR Distribution Certification (or ability to obtain within a year), and a clean driving record; CDL within six months is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• 5–10 years in related utility work with 3–5 years in a supervisory role.
• WDNR Distribution Certification or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Valid driver's license; CDL within 6 months and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of water and wastewater systems.
• Provide leadership to water and sewer staff and ensure safety and compliance.
• Plan long-term maintenance and capital improvements for utility assets.
• Collaborate with General Manager, regulators, engineers, developers, and the community.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Problem solving

Customer service mindset

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Waunakee Utilities - Water and Sewer Manager

Waunakee Utilities is a municipally owned utility serving the growing community of Waunakee, Wisconsin. We are committed to providing safe, reliable, efficient, and high-quality utility services while planning responsibly for the community's future.

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Water & Sewer Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the Utility's water and wastewater systems. This position offers an opportunity to play a key leadership role in a community experiencing growth and infrastructure investment.

Position Overview

The Water & Sewer Manager is responsible for the overall management, operation, maintenance, and long-term planning of Waunakee Utilities' water and wastewater systems. The position provides leadership to water and sewer operations staff and is responsible for ensuring that the Utility's facilities and infrastructure are operated safely, efficiently, reliably, and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements. This position will work closely with the General Manager, Utility Commission, employees, engineers, developers, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the community.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will combine technical utility knowledge, strong leadership abilities, problem solving skills, and a customer-service mindset.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent, required; an associate degree in related field is preferred.
• Experience: Five to ten years of related experience with three to five of those years holding a supervisory position.
• Certifications: Must possess a valid Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) Distribution Certification, or ability to obtain within one year of hiring.
• Driver’s License: Valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required, must obtain a commercial driver's license within six months of employment, and excellent driving record.

Compensation and Benefits

The Water & Sewer Manager is a full-time, exempt position offering a competitive hiring salary. Waunakee Utilities offers an excellent benefits package, including enrollment in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Pension, health insurance, and a robust time-off program.

Questions regarding this position should be directed to Caitlin Stene, General Manager, at [phone] or email . A 30-mile residency policy applies. Waunakee Utilities is an equal opportunity employer.