Utilities Crew Leader - Water

The Village is seeking a full-time Utilities Crew Leader for water supply and distribution systems. This position will work Monday through Friday from 7am - 3:30pm. This position requires on-call availability to respond to emergency events including but not limited to weather, water, or sewer events.

The position is an advanced position and shall act as a crew leader which works independently or as a member of a crew and is expected to perform routine tasks with minor supervision and serve as acting supervisor for water when the Deputy Director of Utilities is unavailable. The Deputy Director of Utilities will provide direction and oversight on special projects and work assignments daily. There is frequent interaction with the general public and other Village departments.

The Crew Leader - Water performs a variety of duties related to the Water and Sewer Utilities Systems and will be required to lead daily field operations for the water area of the Utility Dept and perform skilled and manual work. Including but not limited to the operation, maintenance and repair of wells, reservoirs, water towers, booster stations, mains, valves, hydrants, meters and associated SCADA systems toe ensure a safer and operating water system. The Crew Leader - Water will be required to be cross trained to perform maintenance and repair of the Village's sewer system.

1. Performs repair of water main breaks, service leaks and curb boxes; performs installation of water meters, leak detection and inspections, and customer service complaint investigations and monitors the operation of wells, reservoirs and towers, hydrants and valves including data and water sampling collection.
2. Monitor and Operate SCADA control systems as well as other technological equipment commonly used in the industry to monitor systems, track flows, pressures, cholerine residuals, well run times and storage tank levels.
3. Provide information and data for rehabilitation projects (CIPP, water main breaks, flow data, etc.) and coordinate with Engineering Department.
4. Use asset management and workflow software to enter information, evaluate data, establish and close out work orders.
5. Coordinate with Deputy Director of Utilities to prepare daily work schedules and safety briefings; supervise lab, meter reading, cross-connection program, meter replacement & calibration, system maintenance and repairs.
6. Investigate customer reports of backups, odors, or surface inflow; explain causes, corrective actions, and preventive measures to property owners.
7. Cross training in maintenance and operation of a sewer system including inspection, cleaning, repair, and operation of gravity and force mains, manholes, lift stations, metering stations, and related telemetry systems to provide reliable sanitary-sewer service in full compliance.
8. Perform routine servicing and light maintenance of equipment.
9. Position requires occasional overtime work and carrying a cell phone on a rotating schedule for on-call assignments. Required to work weekend or evening hours as directed.
10. Respond to call outs for utility emergencies and snow plowing within 30 minutes of the call-out. Crew Leaders are used as back up plow drivers (training will be provided).
11. Other duties as assigned.

1. Comprehensive knowledge of water system hydraulics, water system chemistry, water main break and service disruption response, consumer confidence report (CCR) and WDNR reporting.
2. Comprehensive technical knowledge of water supply and distribution system operations and maintenance including well operation, reservoirs & towers, booster stations, chemical adjustments and system operations.
3. Working knowledge of occupational hazards and procedures to enforce safe work practices.
4. Familiarity with the basics of traffic control requirements and assist in maintaining and managing department inventory of supplies, materials, tools, signs, etc.
5. Ability to train, direct, coordinate, schedule, review and evaluate staff and work.
6. Ability to interpret related scientific and technical reports, blueprints, schematics, diagrams, sketches, descriptions, surveys and other documents.
7. Ability to operate the following equipment: backhoe, front end loader to load trucks, and all single/tandem and quad axle dump trucks and use proper loading, unloading and backing techniques.

1. Ability to plow with a single/tandem axle plow truck with front and wing mounted plows while operating a spreader and dump body for sand/salt application.
2. Ability to independently analyze technical equipment and information to determine solutions.
3. Ability to read, write and interpret documents including but not limited to safety rules, operations and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
4. Ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports.
5. Ability to use various computer programs, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Cartegraph, Asset Management Systems, GIS Systems and SCADA systems.
6. Ability exhibit excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
7. Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with co-workers, village departments, and citizens.
8. Ability to analyze and resolve problems.
9. Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work.
10. Ability to exhibit critical thinking skills.
11. Ability to work occasional overtime and rotational on-call assignments.
12. Ability to work weekend or evening hours as directed.

1. High-school diploma or equivalent.
2. Five (5) years progressively responsible work experience in water supply and distribution systems, preferably having two (2) years in a lead or supervisory role.
3. NASSCO PACP, LACP, and MACP certifications (or ability to obtain within 12 months).
4. Wisconsin Wastewater Collection System Operator (or ability to obtain within 12 months).
5. Valid Wisconsin CDL Class A/B with air-brake endorsement; tanker endorsement with ability to obtain endorsement within 90 days of hire.
6. DNR Waterworks certifications-
   a. Distribution, Grade 1
   b. Ground Water, Grade 1
   c. Iron Filter, Grade 1 (or ability to obtain within 12 months)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. Frequent standing, walking, climbing ladders, stooping, kneeling, crawling, and reaching; ability to lift, push, and pull 25-100 lbs (two-person lift).
2. Lift frequently 25 to 50 lbs., and constantly 10 to 20 lbs.
3. Work outdoors year-round in extreme weather; exposure to heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, wastewater, hydrogen-sulfide gas, loud noise, moving traffic, trench hazards, chemicals, fumes, and confined spaces.
4. Required PPE includes hard hat, steel-toe/ANSI boots, high-visibility garments, eye/ear protection, respirator (as needed), chemical-resistant gloves, and confined-space retrieval gear.
   
   The Village of Menomonee Falls will provide reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended).