Water and Gas Crew Supervisor

Salary :

$43,297.60 - $75,770.80 Annually

Location :

VA 24541, VA

Job Type:

Full Time Hourly

Job Number:

1002261

Department:

Utilities

Division:

Water & Gas

Opening Date:

05/06/2024

Closing Date:

Continuous

Description

Supervises the installation and maintenance of water and gas mains. Coordinates labor, materials and equipment for all assigned jobs. Documents and maintains records. Deals with the public.

The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.


Coordinates with crew by delegating the work to make best use of resources while installing water and gas mains and services; obtaining materials from warehouse; overseeing all installation and renewal of mains; purging the lines; and installing hydrants.


Supervises crew ensuring work is safely and properly accomplished by directing employees throughout the job process; altering the tasks when called for; and evaluating and training employees as necessary.


Documents work by obtaining maps from W&G engineering; locating water and gas mains and services; preparing service and materials records; and processing records in accordance with established procedure.


ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Performs additional duties as assigned.


Education and Experience


High School Diploma or GED; basic computer skills; and one to three years of experience.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above

Certifications/Licenses

Valid Driver's License (CDL - Class A) with acceptable driving record according to City Criteria


Operator Qualification Certification


Fusion Certification


Trenching and Shoring


Confined Spaces Certification VDOT


Flagging Certification


Job Knowledge


Intermediate knowledge to perform most work in normal situations. Comprehension of standard situations and includes knowledge of most of the significant aspects of the subject.

Reading


Intermediate: Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, and thesauruses.

Writing


Basic: Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses.

Math


Basic: Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).

Communication Skills


Decisions regarding interpretation of existing policies may be made. Contacts may involve stressful, negative interactions requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.

Independence and Decision-Making


Normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.

Technical Skills


Work requires advanced skills and knowledge in approaches and systems, which affect the design and implementation of major programs and/or processes organization wide. Independent judgment and decision-making abilities are necessary to apply technical skills effectively.

Fiscal Responsibilities


No budgetary/fiscal responsibility.

Supervisory Responsibilities


Supervises and monitors performance for a regular group of employees or department. Provides input on hiring, discipline, work objectives/goals, performance evaluation and work assignments. Typically, a first line supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work requires light physical effort, exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.


Adequate vision, hearing and talking to drive, use computer, and communicate effectively with others.


Constant standing.


Frequent walking, lifting, reaching, pushing/pulling, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, and climbing.


Occasional sitting, carrying, handling, fine dexterity, and balancing.


NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.


Regular and predictable attendance is expected.


May frequently experience change of tasks, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, working closely with others as part of a team, and noisy/distracting environment.


May occasionally experience time pressure, emergency situations, irregular work schedule/overtime, and tedious or exacting work.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE

Typically requires use of heavy equipment such as backhoe, ditch witch, skid steer, etc.; construction equipment such as pipe saw, boring, piercing, fusion equipment, etc.; hand tools, tamp, air drill, hand trencher, generator, air spade, power drill, impact wrenches, etc.; computer and related hardware and software; and any other equipment as appropriate or required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in an office, warehouse, shop, and outdoors, where there is daily exposure to respiratory hazards and noise and vibration. There is frequent exposure to mechanical and fire hazard, and explosives. There is occasional exposure to electrical hazards, communicable diseases. There is seasonal exposure to extreme temperatures and wetness/humidity.

Accident Insurance


The City provides optional off the job accident insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides reimbursement for treatments associated with a wide array of accidents and injuries, and is available for immediate family members. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.

Annual Leave


Employees accrue annual leave hours based on the length of time they work for the City and their duty cycle. Hours are accrued on a semi monthly pay cycle. Employees are not eligible to use annual leave hours during their first six months of employment.

Critical Illness


The City provides optional critical illness insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a lump sum benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with a covered illness. Examples include heart attack, stroke, coronary atery by-pass surgery, and so on. Premiums are based on and tobacco use. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.

Cancer Benefit

The City provides optional cancer insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with cancer and provides a benefit during cancer treatments. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.

Deferred Compensation

The City of Danville offers a 457 plan to employees, which provides an opportunity to set aside a portion of your salary for retirement. Income taxes are not paid on the money your defer until you retire and start using it or leave the City. Enrollment in this plan is optional.

Dental Insurance


Employees have the opportunity to enroll in dental insurance through Delta Dental.There is an option of a Low PPO plan or a High PPO plan, and coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.

Direct Deposit


Employees have the option of having their paycheck directly deposited into your financial checking and/or savings account each pay period. Employees may select up to three accounts at the same or different financial institutions for direct deposit.

Insurance


Employees are given the option of selecting Short-term and/or Long-term insurance programs through The Standard for protection in the event that they become disabled through a non-work related injury. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


Employees and their dependent family members are eligible to use the City of Danville's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Sentara Health. The EAP offers free and confidential counseling services to help employees and their dependants deal with serious problems in their lives such as family or marital disputes, problems with alcohol and/or drug abuse, emotional illness, financial or legal worries, or difficulties with stress on the job. In addition to counseling services, the EAP also provides free legal, financial, and Theft guidance.

Employee Health and Wellness Center


Employees and eligible dependents have access to the CareTeam Health and Wellness Center, which offers high-quality convenient medical care for an extremely low cost- sometimes it is free! City employees have dedicated nurse practitioners that provides primary care, lab services, chronic disease management, health and wellness coaching, and a variety of other things.

Flexible Spending Account


Employees have the option of participating in the flexible spending account (FSA). The FSA allows employees to select a set amount of money to be withheld from their paychecks each pay period for a year to cover certain medical and child care expenses. This money is deducted before taxes are calculated. Money put into the FSA is accessible to the employee through a debit card or through reimbursement.

Health Insurance


The City of Danville is self-insured and offers medical and prescription drug coverage through Gateway Health. This coverage is offered to employees and their dependents. The City pays a portion of the health insurance premiums and the employee pays a portion. Employees have the choice between a traditional PPO plan and two high deductible plans (HDHP). HDHP have an option to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA).

Holidays


The City of Danville offers the following paid holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, 1/2 day Day before Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, Easter Monday, George Washington Day, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, and Your Birthday

Retirement System


After five years of employment with the City of Danville, employees are vested in the City's Employees' Retirement System (ERS). ERS is a defined benefit retirement plan with the purpose of providing retirement, , and death-in-service benefits. Contributions by employee are mandatory.

Sick Leave

Sick leave is a privilege granted to all full-time employees. Sick leave is accrued on a semi monthly basis.

Term Life Insurance


The City of Danville offers optional group term life insurance benefits to employees through The Standard. The amount of death benefit is the employee's annual salary doubled and rounded to the next highest $1,000 up to a maximum of $200,000. Double indemnity (twice the death benefit) is provided for death by accident. The cost of this benefit is divided equally between the City and the employee, which means that the City pays one-half of the premium and the employee pays one-half of the premium.

Tuition Reimbursement


The City of Danville recognizes the value of educational training, and therefore, provides limited financial reimbursement to employees taking eligible course on their own time. Employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement after their first six months of employment.

Vision Insurance


Employees have the option of enrolling in vision insurance through BlueView Vision. Coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.

Universal Life Insurance


The City offers optional universal life insurance benefits to employees through Allstate. Employees can select a benefit amount. Premiums are based on an employee's and tobacco use. Coverage can be selected for an employee's spouse and children.