ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT OF WATER DISTRIBUTION

Code: 00736 Local Competitive

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Assists the Superintendent in overseeing the maintenance and repair operations of a water distribution system; does related work as required.

Examples of work

• Assists in overseeing the maintenance and repair operations of a water distribution system and the installation of new services.
• Assigns staff and equipment as necessary.
• Checks progress of work and inspects finished work.
• Resolves problems encountered by work crews.
• Follows established emergency procedures when necessary.
• Ensures that regulators maintain proper water pressure.
• Cooperates with fire department to maintain water. pressure at scene of fire. Makes fire flow tests for insurance companies.
• Enters any changes in distribution system on system map.
• Manipulates valves in system to divert with flow as required in emergencies.
• Plans, organizes, and assigns work of the organizational unit and evaluates employee performance and conduct, enabling the effective recommendation of the hiring, firing, promoting, and disciplining of subordinates.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Experience

Three years of supervisory experience in work involving the maintenance and repair of a water distribution system, including water mains and pipes.

<b>KNOWLEGE AND ABILITIES</b>

Knowledge of the problems and approved procedures involved in maintaining a municipal water distribution system.

Knowledge of the maintenance and repair of water mains, pipes, meters, hydrants and pumps.

Knowledge of the methods used to assign and instruct staff involved in the operation of a water distribution system.

Knowledge of the methods used in obtaining supplies and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of the water distribution system.

Knowledge of the methods and procedures used in the Inspection of water mains and pipes to discover any leaks and to note any need for repairs.

Ability to analyze water distribution maintenance and repair problems, organize assigned work and develop effective work methods and programs.

Ability to give suitable assignments and instructions to subordinates and supervise their work.

Ability to work harmoniously with associates, subordinates, and others concerned with water distribution system maintenance and repair work.

Ability to conduct needed inspections and, when necessary, take proper corrective action.

Ability to obtain, store, safeguard and supervise the use of needed equipment, materials, and supplies.

Ability to prepare clear, accurate, sound, and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.

Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.

Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.