Water Systems Superintendent

Water Superintendent

The purpose of this classification is to perform specialized technical, administrative and managerial work functions associated with the production, treatment, distribution, quality and analysis of water within the City of Albany's water distribution system and to ensure the continuous production and delivery of potable water that meets or exceeds all pertinent local, State and Federal guidelines, rules, regulations and laws.

• Assumes responsibility for all Water Department operations and activities. Serves as the "Operator in Responsible Charge" for the City of Albany's water system as defined by and pursuant to Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia 750 – 3 - .01 and 750 – 3 - .02.
• Ensures adequate supply and quality of water within the water distribution system that complies with all local, State and Federal guidelines, rules, regulations and laws.
• Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of water production, treatment, distribution, quality and testing methods and procedures.
• Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures.
• Recommends, proposes and implements changes as needed.
• Oversees and participates in developing project plans for system improvements and upgrades on existing facilities to minimize system disruptions.
• Directly supervises personnel in the treatment and testing of water.
• Prepares and submits monthly, quarterly and yearly reports in accordance with regulatory agency requirements including Consumer Confidence Reports.
• Designs and develops RFPs and/or bids for projects to ensure proper maintenance, pressure, production and supply of water.
• Directs the daily operation and activities of the Water Treatment Plant, Water Microbiological Laboratory, water supply wells and elevated water storage tanks.
• Manages or oversees Water Department Operations work activities to include production, treatment and distribution as well as field and laboratory testing and analysis to ensure compliance.
• Monitors and develops laboratory procedures and quality control programs used in the production of water.
• Assists in calculating chemical feed rates and in training operators in routine lab tests and procedures.
• Advices operators of needed chemical doses and necessary adjustments to treatment mixtures and equipment to meet treatment requirements.
• Calibrates and standardizes laboratory test equipment and instruments; operates and inspects laboratory equipment to determine proper operation, maintenance and repair needs; keeps laboratory up-to-date on new methods and equipment.
• Oversees supervisors to direct and evaluate assigned staff; processes employee concerns and problems, directs work, counsels and disciplines, approves timesheets and completes employee performance appraisals; conducts interviews; monitors and conducts training of new employees.
• Develops departmental budget while monitoring expenditures.
• Monitors safety issues relating to water production, treatment, testing and distribution; directs and implements precautionary work techniques and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of work crews and the public.
• Maintains Risk Management Program (RMP) in compliance with EPA/EPD 40 CFR part 68.
• Monitors the production and quality of water produced from wells; performs well and tank inspections to ensure optimum performance and proper maintenance.
• Reviews department documentation of testing results and laboratory activities; completes state and federal reports for well operations, water quality issues and water sampling; maintains file system of department records.
• Responds to complaints and questions related to water quality issues; conducts water quality reviews; initiates necessary corrective action.
• Investigates and resolves reported incidents of problems within the distribution system including water quality issues and system maintenance.
• Periodically attends re-certification classes, seminars and training courses as required.
• Ensures that general repair and maintenance on vehicles, equipment and parts are performed; may inspect equipment for proper operations; approves repairs and/or replacement of electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Maintains inventory of department supplies, tools, chemicals and equipment; approves requests for new or replacement materials; contacts vendors concerning well equipment and supplies.
• Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data in computer database; verifies accuracy of entered data; makes corrections as appropriate.
• Establishes procedures; processes a variety of documentation associated with departmental operations within designated time frames; distributes documentation or maintains records as appropriate.
• Oversees the tracking of various administrative and statistical data pertaining to departmental operations; reviews chemical usage data and water quality data; performs research as needed; makes applicable calculations; analyzes data and identifies trends; prepares or…