Utility Superintendent

The Village of Somers is a local government entity serving residents of the Village and Town of Somers. Village operations are headquartered at the Village of Somers Hall, located at 7511 12th Street in Kenosha, WI, United States. The organization is committed to providing reliable public services, maintaining essential infrastructure, and supporting the wellbeing and safety of the community. Team members work collaboratively in a professional environment that values accountability, public service, and long-term stewardship of local resources.

About the role

The Public Works Utility Superintendent is a full-time, non-represented management position responsible for assisting the Public Works Superintendent in the overall administration and operation of the Village’s water, wastewater, stormwater, and related Public Works functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Public Works Superintendent in overall administration and operation of Village’s water, wastewater, stormwater, and related Public Works functions.
• Provide operational and staff oversight.
• Coordinate regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate utility budgeting and financial planning.
• Coordinate capital improvement planning.
• Coordinate infrastructure and asset management.
• Coordinate project management.
• Coordinate development review.
• Coordinate GIS activities.
• Provide technical coordination with engineers, consultants, contractors, and other agencies.
• Exercise independent judgment within established authority.
• Support safe, reliable, and efficient operation of municipal utility systems.
• Help develop annual and long-term utility budgets and capital plans.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and operating standards.
• Maintain and improve the Village’s utility infrastructure and preserve its long-term value.
• Receive directions from the Public Works Superintendent.
• Provide direct, advisory, or indirect supervision and coordination of Public Works employees, consultants, and contractors.
• Work collaboratively with Public Works staff, Village engineers, other departments, and external agencies to support effective delivery of municipal utility services and Public Works programs.

Requirements

• Maintain State of Wisconsin DNR Municipal Waterworks Operator Certification, class Distribution Grade 1.
• Possession of a valid Class “B” CDL driver’s license with combination endorsement.
• Confined Space Entry training and certification desired pre‑employment or ability to obtain post‑employment.
• Excavations Safety/Competent Person Certification desired, pre‑employment or ability to maintain post‑employment.
• First Aid and CPR training and certifications.
• Annual Bloodborne Pathogen Certification.
• Annual Lockout / Tagout Training.
• Personal Protective Equipment Training.
• WIS DOT WISLR Certification desired, pre‑employment or ability to maintain post‑employment.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree required.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Civil or Environmental preferred or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3‑5 years’ increasingly responsible experience in water/wastewater operations, including at least 1 year of supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of mechanical equipment of a sanitary sewer system and SCADA control system.
• Understanding of water and wastewater field operations, budgeting, and management activities.
• General knowledge of utility locating procedures; oversee and participate in daily responsibilities of locating operations.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply federal, state, and local rules and regulations as they apply to sanitary sewer and water systems; ability to read, understand and process routine and complex information provided in written form.
• Provide good customer service and communicate courteously and responsively; provide effective and efficient service to