WATER CONVEYANCE SUPERVISOR

7B05

PAY RANGE: N19

(Collection)

(Distribution)

GENERAL DEFINITION

This is water distribution or waste and storm water collection systems repair, operations and maintenance work at the second supervisory level planning, assigning, recording, and monitoring performance through subordinate crew chiefs, the work of several field crews engaged in major maintenance and repair work for an assigned water or wastewater district or specialized city-wide function. A significant aspect of the work involves dealing with contractors, industry and utility representatives and the general public in order to work out solutions to problems encountered during the course of the work. Incumbents have final responsibility for the repair and maintenance of the water distribution system or the waste and storm water collection system in their assigned area. An employee in this class is required to work evenings, weekends and holidays. An employee in this class is required to use the latest technological tools provided to access computer applications for information pertaining to the work and to document work activities. Work is performed under the general direction of a Water Conveyance System Assistant Superintendent.

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)

Collection

Directs, through subordinate supervisors, the operations of a waste and storm water collection field district or specialized area; directs inspection of sewers and other sewer appurtenances to prevent flooding, sewer discharges or cave-ins; directs stream restoration projects throughout the entire city; directs the detection of illicit connections; plans corrective actions and assigns to crews; may supervise major and emergency jobs in the field such as a street cave-in, collapsed sewers, sanitary sewer overflows, and major flooding conditions.

Distribution

Directs, through subordinate supervisors, the operations of a water distribution field district or specialized area; directs inspection of water mains and other water distribution appurtenances to detect and locate water leakage; directs the performance of hydraulic monitoring and gauging activities involving the entire water distribution system; plans leak detection diagnostic projects and assigns to crews; may supervise major and emergency jobs in the field such as a street cave-in, large main breaks and multiple alarm fires; oversees major water shutdowns.

Both Specialties

Establishes work standards and reviews work performance to ensure proper productivity using all means available including the work order management system; plans work assignments to accommodate several variations in workload, special projects, ongoing programs and emergency priorities; assigns crews to accomplish work; keeps records of work complete, in progress and work projected for later scheduling; schedules routine and long range tasks as appropriate; authorizes changes or deviations from proposed methods to suit the work situation; confers with subordinate supervisors regarding work progress and tasks or authorized action that facilitates increased production in critical assignments, such as changing crew composition, and size, requesting support equipment, operators, new materials, tools or supplies; monitors performance measures and initiates process improvements to meet unit level goals and objectives.

Coordinates orientation of new employees to departmental policies and practices; plans, provides for, and arranges training in procedures and techniques; conducts safety meetings, providing safety instructions to field crews; coordinates the activities of a maintenance and repair training program; assists in defining maintenance and repair training needs and objectives; establishes the training schedule; implements the training program and coordinates the implementation with district supervisors; assists in the development of unit's computer-based record keeping systems; assists in planning, providing for, and/or training new employees in procedures and techniques; assists in establishing work standards and reviews work performance to insure proper productivity.

Works with administrative superior to prepare unit budget; prepares procurement documents and specifications and directs the conduct of tool inventory in a district or specialized area of responsibility; prepares and serves as reviewing officer for performance evaluations; conducts disciplinary hearings and meets union representatives; reviews and approves the scheduling procedures for the equipment pool in assigning tools and equipment to the districts and other city agencies; devises scheduling procedures to make the most effective use of pool equipment and staff; coordinates work for agencies outside of water operations and provides on-site direct supervision when required; evaluates equipment usage and recommends methods for more effective use of equipment; evaluates and recommends the purchase or use of new tools, equipment and techniques.

Visits field sites before major work projects are undertaken to determine probable extent of job and materials required; notifies concerned agencies of major shutdowns; advises superiors of probable complication which may require the cooperation of officials from public utilities or may involve the public.

Inspects properties damaged by water in the event of possible litigation against the department; prepares or directs the preparation of written activity and progress reports for administrative review; completes the required forms and records and routes them to the proper personnel.

Ensures compliance with Safe Drinking Water Act and Clean Water Act; coordinates response with Industrial Waste Unit and Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, and cooperates with them on environmental concerns; prepares written reports for management.

Performs related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

· the principles and techniques of planning and organization for field operations

· the occupational hazards and site safety precautions and standards governing field operations

· the principles and practices of site management and traffic control

· practices governing the operation of distribution or collector systems and their component parts for the specialty

· supervisory methods and techniques

· information technology utilized in the water industry, including, but not limited to entering, extracting and communicating information, tracking progress and results, work backlog, close outs, and preparation of work reports

· pertinent regulations and legislation relating to the specialty

· sheathing, shoring, and work site safety standards and practices

· the methods, materials, equipment, tools and standards used in the installation, repair, operations, maintenance, and restoration of water mains, waterways, sewers, storm water conduits and appurtenances for the specialty

· leak detection and hydraulic monitoring and gauging methods and techniques as applied to water distribution systems for the Distribution specialty

· the standards and practices used in shut downs and control of transmission water mains and associated operations ensuring infrastructure integrity for the Distribution specialty

· Confined space entry standards and practices for the Collections specialty

· High velocity jetting and high volume vacuuming standards and practices for the Collections specialty

· Video inspection and sewer assessment standards and practices for the

Collection specialty

ABILITY TO:

· direct and coordinate the activities of two or more field crews engaged in the installation, maintenance and repair of water mains and water main equipment or waste and storm water collection systems

· evaluate the effectiveness of maintenance and repair methods and equipment

· usage and make recommendations for improvement

· read and interpret plates, plats and plans appropriate to underground infrastructure if required by work assignment

· draw rough plans needed to explain assignments

· communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, with associates, employees and union representatives and the general public

· establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public

utilize computer hardware and software relating to work

· prepare and maintain time, activity and material usage reports

· present detailed technical information both orally and in writing

· closely inspect work in excavations, bridges, and other hazardous locations

· learn the procurement practices, procedures and policies of the City

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: (The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Applications submitted by candidates for this class will be reviewed based on training and experience requirements as approved on 03/20.)

EDUCATION:

Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.

AND

Distribution Specialty

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Six years of experience in the installation, repair, operation, restoration or maintenance of water distribution mains and equipment.

AND

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:

Three years as a Water Distribution Crew Chief or an Emergency Water Distribution Crew Chief directing the activities of one or more moderately sized field crews engaged in the repair and maintenance of water distribution mains and equipment.

Collection Specialty

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Six years of experience as a member of a crew engaged in the construction, repair, cleaning, operations, restoration or maintenance of sewers, interceptor chambers, or storm water collector systems or waterways.

AND

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:

Three years as a Sewer Maintenance Crew Chief or Excavation Crew Chief supervising several small crews engaged in the various aspects of sewer maintenance and repair program;

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Three years’ experience as an Inlet Cleaning Supervisor directing, through subordinate supervisors, field forces engaged in cleaning storm water inlets.

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Three years’ experience as an Interceptor Services Supervisor directing, through subordinate supervisors, field activities of crews engaged in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of interceptor chambers.

Collection Specialty

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Six years of experience performing utility field investigations.

AND

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:

Three years’ experience as a Field Representative Supervisor supervising the work of a group of field employees engaged in investigating complaints pertaining to water and sewer services.

Both Specialties

Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Human Resources.

Classes that typically meet the experience listed above are:

Collection Specialty:

· Sewer Maintenance Crew Chief 1 (7B24)

· Inlet Cleaning Supervisor (7B34)

· Excavation Crew Chief (7B31)

· Field Representative Supervisor (6F12)

· Interceptor Services Supervisor (7B43)

Distribution Specialty:

· Water Distribution Crew Chief (7B03)

· Emergency Water Distribution Crew Chief (7B13)

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to appointment and during tenure of employment as a Water Conveyance Supervisor.

Possession of Pennsylvania Boating Safety Education Certificate during tenure of employment as a Water Conveyance Supervisor (Collection specialty) if required by job assignment.

Class Established - 1/53

Spec. Revision: CSC - 4/04; Ad Board - 8/04

CSC - 2/09; Ad. Board - 3/09

CSC - 5/10; Ad. Board - 7/10

Spec. Revision: CSC – 3/14; Ad. Board – 3/14

Latest Spec. Revision: CSC – 02/20; Ad. Board – 03/20