FIELD SUPERVISOR

Essential Job Functions

• Responds to public inquiries and investigates complaints associated with wastewater collection and water distribution systems.
• Reads, removes, replaces, sets or shuts off meters.
• Installs and repairs pipes, conduits, meters, hydrants and fittings.
• Locates sewer and water services.
• Covers and inspects the installation of individual sewer connections under limited supervision; ensures services lines are free of defects and obstacles.
• Inspects sewer lines with camera equipment to determine the cause of sewer backups, low drain issues or any other breakages; inspects main line; inspects grease traps.
• Performs wash-out sewer services.
• Trains new system operators in department; oversees and inspects their field work.
• Supervises assigned crew members. Supervisory duties include instructing, assigning, reviewing, and planning work of others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; selecting new employees; acting on employee problems; recommending employee discipline; and recommending discharge as appropriate.
• Reviews the work of crew members for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; and offers advice and assistance as needed.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, complaints, and requests for assistance from customers and the general public regarding areas of responsibility.
• Presents and submits detailed work records and reports; completes time sheets.
• Attends training as required to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• May be on 24-hour on-call status as assigned; may be required to work during emergency conditions as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least four (4) years of experience of related work experience.
• A valid South Carolina driver’s license.
• A “D” Water Distribution License.
• A “D” Wastewater Collection License.