Job Description

Job Location: City of Wheeling - WHEELING, WV 26003Collection System Utility Foreman
Definition: Under general direction of the WPCD Collection Supervisor, oversees and participates in the collection system maintenance, CSO and Information/Technology Coordinators. Advises personnel involved in the maintenance and repair of wastewater collection systems.
Essential Functions: (Essential functions, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
Tasks:
Supervises a wide variety of equipment operation and maintenance repair work in the Collection Section. Receives general assignments from supervisor and disburses personnel to their assigned work areas. Schedules work that is needed to maintain a proper working Collection System. In concurrence with the supervisor, orders materials and equipment for projects as needed and maintains safe work areas. Must be knowledgeable of all current safety rules and regulations in compliance with City, State, and Federal guidelines in maintaining streets and rights-of-way. Inspects work sites before, during and after completion of work to ensure satisfactory completion.
Sets up all traffic patterns prior to scheduled jobs, ensuring safety at the work site. Ensures all safety signs and equipment for work force are current and in good repair. Maintains all line extension and work repairs of Collection System and assists with lift stations as needed. Assists with CSO and Information Technology in work areas. Be available to respond to all emergencies during and after work for areas within the Collection system. Communicates with other City departments to deal with problems within the Collection System. Confers with the administration when called upon to deal with Collection System problems. Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Other Characteristics:
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of combined sewer systems and collection system.
- Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in the repair and maintenance of combined sewer systems and collection systems.
- Knowledge of the techniques used in estimating time and materials for assigned projects.
- Knowledge of occupational safety precautions.
- Knowledge of traffic control and work zone standards.
- Skill in following general, oral, and written instructions.
- Skill in the use of a variety of vehicles, tools, and equipment.
- Skill in reading and interpreting maps and blueprints for collection system.
- Skill in maintaining records.
- Skill in operating assigned computers/software.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, subordinates, supervisors, and the public.
- Skill in planning, organizing, and directing the work of subordinate staff.
- Skill in promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
Materials and Equipment:
Automobile     Wheeling City Code     City Policy Documents               Computer
Flow Measuring Devices                        Sampling Devices               Air/Gas Machine
Hand Tools       Standard Office Equipment
Mental and Physical Abilities:  Mental work efforts involve considerable application of oral and written instructions requiring independent decision making, assuming responsibility for proper operation of equipment and assuming responsibilities which may impact the City’s ability to meet federal and state requirements for CSO’s. Physical requirements include the ability to sit for extended periods of time while performing administrative duties; ability to stand for extended periods of time while inspecting work; ability to walk for moderate distances on uneven surfaces; ability to bend, stoop, twist, perform labor duties as needed; and the ability to move moderate (25-50lbs) materials on occasion.
Working Conditions: Work involves a normal office environment; exposure to weather, safety hazards, confined spaces, loud noises, raw sewage, moving mechanical parts and operation of equipment. May be required to carry a cell phone and be on (24) hour call.

Qualifications  High school diploma and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in wastewater collection system technology and operating required equipment and two (2) years supervisory work. An equivalent combination of education and experience, which indicates possession of knowledge, skills, and other characteristics, may be substituted for the above qualifications. Must possess a CDL Driver’s License. May be required to secure other certifications as determined by Federal, State, and Division regulations for area of assignment.
FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt