Foreperson - Water Distribution - City of Topeka

The City of Topeka is seeking two qualified individuals to serve as a Foreperson in the Water Distribution division. This incumbent will perform supervisory work in planning, coordinating and directing the construction, repair and maintenance of the water distribution system. This position also requires specific front-line supervisory work in the utilization of line stopping and tapping equipment and installation of commercial and residential meter assemblies.

Primary duties include:

• Providing feedback for staff's evaluations; maintain accountability for work performance and behavior of assigned work.
• Assisting in the accomplishment of and/or directing all tasks necessary for the installation, inspection, maintenance, repair and metering of a water distribution system as well as treatment facilities' equipment and components.
• Initiating work orders, scheduling, assigning and coordinating work.

The ideal candidate:

• Has strong leadership skills with the ability to train and motivate staff effectively.
• Is comfortable making decisions while exercising sound and accurate judgement.
• Possesses comprehensive knowledge of an assortment of hand and power tools and heavy equipment.
• Has the ability to interpret and comprehend written specifications, standards, maps and blue prints.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be insurable within the standards set by the City of Topeka’s insurance carrier and must possess and maintain a valid Class A Kansas Commercial driver's license.
• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in the construction, maintenance, inspection and repair of water distribution system, pumping and tower operations and/or meters.
• Basic levels of Microsoft Office and GIS mapping and records
• Must possess the following certifications:
  • Forklift
  • Trench Competent Person
  • Confined Space Entry
  • First Aid / CPS / AED

May be required to obtain:

• Right-of-Way License (Railroad right-of-ways)
• Distribution System Operation and Maintenance and/or Water Treatment Operator II - California State University, Sacramento correspondence course or equivalent
• Utility Management - California State University, Sacramento correspondence course or equivalent
• To be ACI 1 certified or be able to obtain within one (1) year of hire
• To be nuclear gauge safety certified
• Traffic Control Certification

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Starting rate of pay is $25.23 - $26.02 per hour, DOQ

The City of Topeka offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health/Dental/Prescription Insurance
• Kansas Public Employee Retirement System.
• Generous paid Vacation and Sick leave
• Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Deferred Comp Savings Plan
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic
• Free in-house full-service fitness facility
• Employee Assistance Program

The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer