ORC Distribution Manager

This is a full-time benefited position.

Description of Work

This position is a member of the Public Services Department – Water/Sewer Division and reports directly to the Public Services Director/Deputy City Administrator. The Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) Utilities Manager serves as a leadsman over other utility workers and subcontractors in the distribution and sewer divisions– delegating and giving directions as needed performs a variety of labor-intensive duties related to the construction inspection maintenance and improvement of water distribution and sewer systems. This requires technical and supervisory skills as well as a safety sensitive position that requires special knowledge of water distribution and sewer systems and requires a valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL).

Essential Job Functions

• Write standard operating procedures (SOPs) for optimal system operation and update and keep plans and reports of system operational activities.
• Provide cross-training to other operators and encourage other operators to become certified or upgrade their water certifications and provide guidance on this process.
• Maintain centrally located; easily accessible system information record keeping as required by the state. Develop written operating (delegating) plans before allowing other operators to perform any system tasks or activities (include hands-on training). Provide annual briefing to the Deputy City Administrator (DCA).
• Report instances of non-compliance to the Deputy City Administrator and state as required.
• Provide capital improvements; future maintenance; asset management; and contingency plans and actively participate in the planning associated with the construction; operation; and maintenance of a water facility. Ensure all permits are obtained before the start of projects.
• Schedule inspections/sanitary surveys as directed by the Deputy City Administrator (or their designee) and attend these surveys.
• Supervise responsibility for the operation and day-to-day operation of the distribution system and ensure water quality. Take action as needed for sample results as reported to the DCA or designee.
• Supervise the operational activities and functions of other facility operators.
• Perform additional duties as enumerated in 100.11.2.
• Oversees; schedules; assigns; and supervises work and workers within Water distribution/Sewer Division; providing basic field training and input per state guidelines. Supports Snow Manager on Duty when assigned and plows snow; shovels sidewalks; and performs other winter hazard mitigation. Assigns team to clear the water plant grounds and other water plant related roadways to ensure proper access per state water requirements.
• Manages and coordinates projects with employees; co-workers; and contractors.
• Schedules; assigns; and supervises work and workers within water distribution/sewer divisions.
• Maintains an adequate supply of maintenance materials and supplies; requisitions; restocks; and ensures maintenance materials and supplies are stored in a safe and orderly manner.
• Supervises and performs heavy manual labor including digging; lifting; and breaking pavement under varying weather conditions while exposed to dampness; fumes; odors; dust; biological; electrical; and mechanical traffic hazards.
• Supervises and performs the Install; adjustments; and repairs manholes; manhole frames and covers; sewer clean-out boxes; valve box castings; curb stops; water meter boxes and meter setters; provides lead level expertise for challenging issues and inspects work of other staff and personnel.
• Supervises and makes main water line tap connections for extension of distribution system and makes water meter connections of various size and type; installs; repairs; and reads water meters.
• Oversees the daily locates on water mains; service lines; sewer mains; and water mains; takes water samples on city spring fed water locations and ensures appropriate submission for analysis.
• Oversees the Cuts and repairs several types of paving: cuts; fits; and lays water and sewer lines.
• Sets up and operates a confined space entry tripod and safety harness and associated data recording; performs atmospheric monitoring of a confined space and prepares confined space entry permits and files reports.
• Operates heavy machinery; hand tools; power equipment; and vehicles; including commercial vehicles; maintains city vehicles and equipment and ensures the appropriate maintenance and care of equipment by other personnel.
• Assists other public services departments with tasks; inspects materials and workmanship to ensure quality standards.
• Maintains city vehicles and equipment.
• Facilitates good communication with employees; co-workers; and supervisors and dealing directly with issues.
• Communicates information from supervisors and other City officials to co-workers and employees.
• Performs all other work as needed or assigned.

Education and Training

• Must have a high school diploma or possess a GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid Class B or higher commercial driver’s license (CDL).
• Must obtain Flagger Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Class 1 Wastewater Collection Certification within one year from the date of hire.
• Class 3 Water ORC Distribution Certification from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and maintain certification as required (Regulations 100.16.6; 100.16.7).
• Must have at least three (5) years’ experience in municipal potable water system and at least three (5) years’ experience in municipal sewer piping systems.
• Must maintain all required training per state mandates to keep Distribution 3 certification up to date.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Must be computer literate with Microsoft Office familiarity.
• Knowledge of and willingness to comply with all rules and regulations; including the Employee Handbook; OSHA Standards; and the Confined Space Program.
• Knowledge of safety rules and equipment; including identification of precautions for and emergency response to hazardous gases and vapors.
• Must have some understanding of general construction practices and be proficient with various hand tools.
• Must be able to comprehend oral and written instructions and communicate in English orally and in writing.
• Must be able to perform mathematical calculations with fractions; decimals; and percentages in the U.S. and metric systems.
• Ability to work evening; night; weekend; standby shifts; and perform occasional overtime.
• Ability to prioritize and be flexible with priority changes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors; co-workers; and the public.
• Must be able to complete work in a professional manner utilizing accepted standards and practices.
• Ability to perform tasks and assist coworkers with minimal supervision.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and to formulate work procedures within the limits of the position to accomplish assigned tasks.

Minimum Physical Requirements

* Ability to life 50 pounds with or without assistance.

* Exposure to various weather conditions; heat; cold; ice; wind.

* Bending; kneeling; climbing; sitting; standing for long periods of time.

* Office environment; sitting for long periods of time.

* Computer usage for long periods of time.

Disclaimer

Selected candidates are subject to post-offer pre-hire screenings to include but not limited to drug screen background check moto vehicle records check.