Description

Essential Functions 

    Monitors water distribution, Kansas One-Call utility locates program and utility cut field operations for safety, efficiency and accuracy. 

• Maintains records of all water distribution, utility locates and utility cut activities.
• Monitors the Kansas One-Call utility locate program for safety, efficiency and accuracy. Maintains the Damage Investigation Reporting Tool (D.I.R.T.) program.
• Evaluates subordinates in a fair and accurate manner.
• Maintains the proper operation of the utility cut program for the department.
• Oversees subordinates responsible for the repair of water leaks, water main breaks, and fire hydrants. Provides training for new water distribution and utility locating personnel.
• Assists with citizen inquiries in the field and by telephone.
• Operates all departmental equipment and vehicles, such as, backhoe/loader, skid steer, trencher, dump truck and trailer, one ton truck, compact excavator, two-way radio, pipe-tapping machine, hand tools, computer, pressure gauges and other related equipment.
• Ensures proper inventory of supplies and maintenance materials.
• Maintains all PRV’s in the distribution system.
• Oversees Valve exercise, hydrant and valve replacement, water main replacement, and utility cut programs.
• Performs administrative duties, budgeting and record keeping.
  Assists supervisors and other departmental personnel in other projects for the benefit of the City and/or the department..

    Supervises and manages division employees.

• Leads and manages staff with clear and consistent communications.
• Provides supervision and oversight of applicable staff.
• Ensures employees supervised demonstrate productivity, competence, and high morale, as well as utilize employees’ skills and abilities.
• Conducts performance planning and evaluations for employees in a timely manner, to include development of goals, objectives, and deadlines.
• Resolves routine personnel issues or problems.
• Administers City of Manhattan Policies and Procedures in a consistent manner.
• Provides recommendations on hiring, termination, promotion, and discipline, as required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Boot, Clothing and Vehicle Allowances, if applicable.
• City issued Cell Phone, if applicable.
• Retirement/Pension - City employees are required by statute to contribute to the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS). Voluntary retirement contributions are offered with Nationwide, Mission Square, and Empower KPERS 457.
• Medical, Dental, Vision - The City offers an excellent benefits package that includes wellness, medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits.
• Paid Holidays – 10.5 paid holidays per year plus one additional floating holiday.
• Paid Vacation - 12 to 26 days per year based on years of service.
• Paid Sick Leave - 12 days per year.
• Paid Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks of paid leave.
• Education Reimbursement, Professional Development. Certifications/Licensure - The City will reimburse up to $8,000 per calendar year for tuition and fees.
• Professional Development funds are based on department budget. Certification/licensure may be reimbursed by the City.
• Other Benefits - Long-term disability, employer paid group life insurance, basic life insurance, employee assistance program and an array of voluntary benefit options.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience 

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Water Distribution Maintenance Crew Leader with the City of Manhattan or five (5) years of employment in the utility maintenance field in a comparable position with two (2) years of supervisory experience.  
• Must currently hold a Class 1 Water Distribution Operator Certification from the Association of Boards of Certification with the ability to obtain a Class 2 Certification within eighteen (18) months of employment. 
• Three to five (3-5) years of equipment operating experience.
• Valid Class A commercial driver’s license with airbrakes.