Field Supervisor II

About the role

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, seeks a Supervisor for the Central Western Division. This position oversees utility workers, facility operators, and contractors, ensuring operational excellence, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise team including utility workers, facility operators, and contractors
• Interview, hire, set high performance standards, and manage performance in accordance with HR policies
• Create an energized work environment, fostering trust and engagement
• Develop and coach staff while addressing performance issues
• Manage operations, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of remote well sites and wastewater systems
• Oversee day-to-day operations including scheduling and tracking work activities
• Work closely with other operational groups to share resources
• Manage distribution system and service departments for both in-house and contracted work
• Ensure all activities comply with company and regulatory agency standards
• Manage operations budget and assist engineering department with capital budget
• Prepare and monitor expense budgets, provide explanations of variances
• Work with engineering and senior management on capital project funding and completion
• Maintain databases supporting operations, including compliance-related activities
• Partner with engineering department to ensure construction projects meet company specifications
• Build and maintain partnerships with area public utilities, municipalities, and fire departments
• Represent company in meetings with township, county, and regulatory agencies
• Stay informed about regulations affecting the utility and operations
• Identify regulatory changes and make recommendations
• Perform other related activities as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, construction management, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years' experience and knowledge in construction, budget administration
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years in a supervisory role
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years in a water or wastewater utility system
• Required NC water Class, B-Well and Wastewater Class II within 24 months of hire
• Valid U.S. driver’s license

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Working knowledge of main replacement practices and procedures
• Working knowledge of excavation and work zone safety
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Team player with multi-tasking ability

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• May be subject to extreme temperatures, noise, wet and/or humid conditions, mechanical, electrical, gas exposure hazards, fumes, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• See, hear, talk, perform tasks requiring manual dexterity
• Travel to work sites up to 50% of work time

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. For family member considerations and referral guidelines, please contact (1-877-271-9012).