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SUMMARY:Under general supervision, plans, and manages the operations, maintenance, construction, and repair activities of the Water Distribution/Wastewater Collection (W/WW) Field Operations group; assigns personnel and equipment, and evaluates quality of work performed; assures compliance with City and regulatory agencies' policies, procedures, and standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:--Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manages the Field Operations staff and activities to repair and maintain W/WW infrastructure, and collection and distribution systems; assures work is performed in compliance with City policies and procedures, and state and federal quality and safety standards.
• Plans, organizes, coordinates, and manages repair and maintenance projects.
• Plans and manages resource allocations; assures efficient operations and cost-effective practices; manages the collection, analysis, and reporting of operational and financial data; analyzes current conditions and future needs, and forecasts budget and resource requirements.
• Monitors and manages operations, and assures that jobsites and program activities are in compliance with all laws, regulations, policies, and safety standards; investigates accidents and equipment failures.
• Evaluates division equipment, and develops plans for maintenance, repairs, and replacement.
• Manages staff and evaluates performance; monitors operations and reviews the work of assigned staff to assure the efficient and timely accomplishment of assigned duties and responsibilities; trains staff and coordinates safety and skills training programs; works with employees to correct performance deficiencies.
• Meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve project schedules, and equipment and workload issues; provides assistance and training in technical issues and responsibilities.
• Manages administrative activities including scheduling, payroll, work orders, cost estimates, and activity reports; reviews reports and maintenance records; generates activity and compliance reports.
• Promotes and enforces safety rules and regulations.
• Must have and maintain a cell phone for City use to hold this position.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines: High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND six years of experience in overseeing public utilities operations, preferably with the City of Odessa. Two years' experience in a division level supervisory position required.

Knowledge of:

• State and federal regulations governing municipal utilities, and the treatment and transmission of W/WW; including United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA), and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) rules and standards.
• TCEQ quality regulations, inspection protocols, best practices, and compliance standards.
• Methods, practices, tools, and equipment used in repair and maintenance of W/WW infrastructure.
• OSHA safety rules and regulations, and safety standards in public construction sites.
• City geography, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks, and City facility l cations.

Skill in:

• Developing plans for utilizing assigned resources, materials, methods, and equipment.
• Supervising and leading staff, and delegating tasks and authority.
• Managing budgets and resources.
• Identifying and resolving safety and mechanical problems.
• Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
• Interpreting and applying technical standards and procedures, federal and state rules and regulations, and City policies and procedures.
• Developing and implementing procedures for cost effective management of allocated resources.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers.
• Effective verbal and written communication.

License and certification requirements:A Texas Driver's License is required. Class B Water and Wastewater licenses from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) are required.

Physical demands and working environment: Work is performed in a standard office environment, and at City facilities and work sites. City approved safety shoes and equipment are required and must be used as prescribed by departmental policy.

Other:Must be able to work after hours, weekends, and holidays, (scheduled and unscheduled). Must be able to respond to after hour emergencies within a reasonable time period. Must be able to work rotating call duty and rotating shift.

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