UTILITIES WATER SUPERINTENDENT - WATER OPERATIONS & SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE

The Position

The City of Riverside, Public Utilities Department (RPU) is accepting applications for the position of UTILITIES WATER SUPERINTENDENT to fill one (1) vacancy in the Water Division. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

For positions indicating a salary range from 1N - 2X, the top 15% of the pay range cannot be offered upon hire or upon an employee promotion.

Under general direction, the Utilities Water Superintendent is to plan, coordinate, supervise and review the activities involved in either the construction, operation or maintenance and repair of water system facilities. The Utilities Water Superintendent is to provide technical staff assistance and to do related work as required.

Work Performed

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Evaluate methods used by assigned staff to ensure safety, including utilizing proper guards, protective devices and proper equipment are used as applicable.
• Ensure staff utilize proper PPE while performing work in and around utility facilities, and equipment.
• Ensure staff utilize the asset management system to track time and materials.
• Select, supervise, train and evaluate subordinates.
• Participates in the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) to ensure safe work practices and guidelines for various safety programs; takes a key role in the development and creation of operations/maintenance SOP's and monitors compliance.
• Assist in budget preparation and administration.
  
  

In addition to the above duties, when assigned to Water Operations/Systems Maintenance, duties may include, but are not limited to :

• Oversee the maintenance of water facilities including but not limited to mechanical, electrical and instrumentation.
• Oversee the work of various staff in the maintenance, testing, repair, construction and installation of water production, distribution, chlorination, and treatment equipment such as rotating mechanical equipment, wells, pumps and related piping, motors, electrical systems, various structures and facilities, chlorine generation systems, compressors, electrical generators, variable frequency drives, automated valves and actuators, and all other auxiliary equipment and related activities.
• Oversee the deployment, maintenance, upkeep and security of the Water Division's SCADA system and its components, including: SCADA software and hardware, communication systems, PLC/RTUs and various sensing equipment.
• Ensure that the logic and controls developed by the Chief Water Operator, Water Quality Manager and Water Operations Manager are incorporated into the SCADA system.
• Ensure that all access to the SCADA system and its components complies with the City of Riverside's Security Policies.
• Coordinate with the Department One SCADA team.
• Participate in development and implementation of functional requirements, specifications, purchase and commissioning of highly complex computer-based systems for monitoring and control of water and/or electric facilities.
• Direct and participate in development and implementation of all data-base modifications in computer directed control systems for station equipment additions, modifications and/or deletions for current system operation.
• Supervise, train and evaluate personnel in the operation and maintenance of the SCADA system.
• Supervise computer maintenance staff for solid-state electronic computer and peripheral device support.
• Assist in analysis and remedy of major equipment failures, station service interruptions, and safety problems.
• Interface on a regular basis with engineering and operations divisions of the water system to assist in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities.
• Schedule equipment and facility preventative maintenance and/or new equipment installation.
• Develop and implement safety and training programs for computer systems operating policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Water Operations/Systems Maintenance:

Education:

• High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).

Experience:

• Five (5) years of experience with an emphasis in programming, operation and maintenance of computer systems, supervisory control, data acquisition, and communication systems, or five years of experience in the maintenance of municipal water system facilities, including one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience.

Necessary Special Requirement

• Possession of an appropriate, valid Class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License
• Possession of a Grade D3 Water Distribution Operator Certificate
• Possession of a Grade T2 Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the California Division of Drinking Water
• Required to obtain 40 Hour Hazwoper Certification within 1 year of employment

Highly Desirable Qualifications:

• Supervisory experience in municipal water operations, including mechanical, electrical, and/or instrumentation systems.
• Experience participating in or supporting preventive maintenance programs and operations and maintenance activities, including new equipment installations, startup, and commissioning for major water facilities.
• Experience managing, supporting, or overseeing water system maintenance and/or automated control systems, including rotating equipment, pumps, electrical systems, instrumentation, and related process equipment.
• Knowledge of or exposure to SCADA and/or control systems, including familiarity with PLCs, RTUs, communications networks, and cybersecurity practices for critical infrastructure.

Selection Process

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

3) Resume and Letter of Interest

FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: ( Application Guide).

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/ physical examination .

NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:
An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.

Benefit Level II includes Senior Management, Management and Professional classifications (Exempt)

The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows:

• Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3-year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
  
• Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost. And is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
  
• Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,734 per month for HMO plans (family coverage).
  
• Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $85 per month.
  
• Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage.
  
• Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment equal to two times the annual salary rounded to the next highest $1,000 (up to $700k) plus AD&D. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employee and eligible dependents (up to $300k).
  
• Deferred Compensation - The City will contribute the following amounts per month, with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check:
  
  • Management and Professional Units: $150/month
  • Senior Management Unit: $175/month
  
  
  
• Leave Benefits - Includes vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits. Please refer to the Fringe Benefits and Salary Plan for specific details.
  
• Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation.
  
• Long Term Disability - The City offers optional enrollment in the Long-Term Disability Plan.
  
• LegalEase Plan - Optional legal services plan for employees and eligible dependents.
  
• Critical Illness Plan - Optional critical illness insurance plan for employees and eligible dependents.
  
• Vacation Accrual - 0-9 yrs. = 144 hrs., 10+ yrs. = 184 hrs.
  
• Administrative Leave -
  
  • Management and Professional Units: 64 hrs. per fiscal year.
  • Senior Management Unit: 80 hrs. per fiscal year.

For additional benefits information, please visit the following website: https://www.riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/benefits/about-1

For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status.

Closing Date/Time: 2/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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• City of Riverside

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