Assistant Superintendent, Distribution & Collection

Essential Functions

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff;
• Develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control;
• Compiles and reviews timesheets;
• Approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate;
• Aids with or completes employee performance appraisals;
• Directs work;
• Acts as a liaison between employees and management;
• Trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures.

Organizes, Prioritizes, and Assigns Work

• Prioritizes and schedules work activities to meet objectives;
• Ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work;
• Makes inspections of completed work;
• Consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise;
• Provides progress and activity reports to management;
• Aids with the revision of procedure manuals as appropriate.

Utilizes Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

• Schedules planned maintenance, emergency repairs, and preventive upkeep;
• Updates maintenance program work practices, schedules, and related procedures in the CMMS.

Manages Database of Incoming and Completed Work Orders

• Analyzes work orders by size, urgency, skill set, location, complexity, and available manpower;
• Develops and maintains a queue of prioritized field-ready work orders;
• Prepares weekly and bi-weekly schedules based on available labor forecasts.

Creates Detailed Work Plans

• Describes scope of work, parts and materials to be used, defines number and type of crafts/skills needed, completion timeline, permits and clearances, etc.
• Researches and anticipates additional needs for the work plan, including but not limited to a job hazard assessment, safety plan, as-built drawings and other information necessary to safely, effectively and efficiently engage the work plan;
• Oversights material usage and costs.

Aids Operations Teams

• Issues work orders in a sequential flow to individual technicians or work teams;
• Distributes and communicates workflow processes documenting project plan, schedule, and execution.

Communicates with Stakeholders

• Communicates with internal and external stakeholders on project status, parameters, and problem resolution;
• Develops, documents, and maintains standard operating procedures associated with maintenance jobs.

Collaborates with Technical Personnel

• Collaborates with system administrators and technical personnel to ensure technology and databases support the department's work and infrastructure management needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required;
• Eight years of experience in constructions and maintenance of distribution and/or collection systems, with three years of supervisory experience;
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certification Required

• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia commercial driver’s license;
• Must obtain a Wastewater Collection System Operator or Water Distribution Operator license within one year of employment.