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Job Description
Summary
This position is responsible for the overall supervision, operation, and maintenance of the Water/Wastewater department by performing the following duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Reports directly to the W/WW Superintendent as the supervisor of multiple crews performing duties related to the operation, maintenance, and repair of the public water/wastewater systems including but not limited to sewer repair, sewer cleaning, internal inspection, inflow & infiltration reduction, water distribution, water repair, and backflow/cross connection.
- Supervises all W/WW employees overseeing the completion of all assigned tasks as communicated. Assigns and dispatches crews as necessary for the completion of such tasks.
- Monitors budget expenditures.
- Prepares monthly purchasing card statements for submission.
- Works with contractors to setup large wastewater or water projects and oversee their completion as needed.
- Reviews work orders.
- Prepares state regulated and division reports as required.
- Resolves and addresses citizen complaints regarding water & wastewater operations.
- Responsible for the preparation and submission of biweekly payroll documentation for completion.
- Trains staff on all areas of W/WW operations including the proper use of equipment and tools, Safety Program policies and procedures, Personnel policies and procedures, as well as OSHA & TCEQ guidelines.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Directly supervises employees in the Water/Wastewater. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Education and/or Experience
One year certificate from college or technical school; or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid Class B (CDL) Driver’s License
TCEQ Customer Service Inspector Certification
TCEQ Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification
Class II Wastewater Collection Operator Certification
Class C Water Distribution Operator Certification
The City of Lancaster offer a complete benefits packeage to full-time employees which includes: health care; paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave, retirement, longevity, tuition reimbersemet and more.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Lancaster
Show moreHistorical Overview
The first settlement made in the Lancaster community was in September 1844 by Roderick Rawlins. Mr. Rawlins and other members of his party had secured "headrights" from the Republic of Texas. Read on...
Location
Located in the Southwest portion of Dallas County, the City of Lancaster is approximately 15 minutes south of Dallas and is well situated to access the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex, one of the largest and most diverse in the nation. Read on...
Lancaster offers the perfect blend of open farmland, rolling hills, creeks, and woodlands, with home prices ranging from $160,000 to $600,000. Our community features tree-shaded neighborhoods, an excellent public library, a Senior Life Center, and over 600 acres of parks, including a municipal golf course and the Lancaster Visitors Center and State Auxiliary Museum.
Ideally located for commuting within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Lancaster provides easy access to major highways and is close to DART light rail, Dallas Love Field, and DFW International Airport. The city also boasts a regional airport and an industrial park with rail access. Educational opportunities abound with nearby campuses of Dallas College, Cedar Valley College, and the University of North Texas at Dallas, while the Lancaster Independent School District (LISD), the first district-wide STEM district in Texas, offers award-winning education.
Lancaster features diverse shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities, including a 100-acre Community Park with a recreation center, indoor aquatic facility, fishing pier, and outdoor athletic facilities, as well as the Bear Creek Nature Preserve. With a vibrant mix of amenities and a strong sense of community, Lancaster is the ideal place to live, work, and play!
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