Description

Under the general supervision of the Director, Transmission and Distribution, ensures the timely and effective operation and maintenance of the distribution system of a large, complex water system including repair of water mains generally 12 inches and diameter and smaller; maintenance or replacement of hydrants and system valves; and installation of new service lines.  Also manages the Fleet Services function. 
 
Responsibilities:

Leads, manages, and optimizes the operation and maintenance of the water distribution system by: 

• Overseeing, guiding, and evaluating the daily activities of the Distribution Maintenance and Fleet Services sections.
• Building relationships and maintaining regular contact with staff located at other facilities.
• Establishing standard procedures and performance targets for the annual distribution system flushing, hydrant flow testing, valve exercising, and hydrant painting programs and leak detection activities.
• Analyzing administrative and operational data and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Monitoring main break repair activities and escalating as warranted.
• Establishing objectives and prioritizing work.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ensuring the availability of materials, equipment, and labor.
• Coordinating  with other departments, contractors, consultants, outside agencies, and others as needed.
• Responding to emergency calls during and after working hours. 

Ensuring that all work is performed safely by: 

• Supporting and promoting Fairfax Water’s safety program and requirements.
• Ensuring new employees perform required training within expected timeframes.
• Ensuring all staff attend safety training in accordance with safety program requirements.
• Identifying opportunities for safety improvements and coordinating with the safety office on implementation.
• Ensuring proper coordination with contractors for activities related to paving, spoils hauling and repair assistance.
• Investigating and responding to inquiries, complaints, and concerns from customers or other interested parties.
• Developing supervisory and other department staff by:
• Ensuring pertinent and effective technical, leadership, safety and other applicable training of staff.
• Developing, maintaining and implementing on-the-job training plans.
• Identifying and coordinating cross-training opportunities.
• Developing, communicating and implementing standard operating procedures. 

Performs related personnel and administrative tasks by: 

• Conducting and reviewing employee performance evaluations and interviews for staff vacancies, and other personnel activities.
• Investigating employee disciplinary concerns and recommending appropriate actions.
• Recommending and approving departmental purchases of equipment and supplies and request for fee payments.
• Recommending inventory quantities for system maintenance.
• Preparing records, reports, and recommendations on labor, materials, costs, repairs, and other related activities.
• Assisting in the preparation of the annual department budget and capital improvement program and completing included items. 

Performs other duties as assigned or required. 

Requirements

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in engineering, natural or physical science, or closely related field; a minimum of ten years progressively responsible experience with the operation and maintenance or construction of public water supply facilities, with at least five years in a supervisory or management capacity; or any equivalent combination of ability, education, experience, and knowledge.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or registration in another state, with the ability to obtain Virginia registration within one year, is preferred.
• General familiarity with the Commonwealth of Virginia Waterworks Regulations.
• Considerable knowledge of water distribution system hydraulics.
• Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials, and tools used in the installation, operation, and maintenance of water distribution systems.
• Ability to work independently and perform job duties without immediate or detailed supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, consultants, contractors, and the public.
• Ability to direct, review, and evaluate field and technical personnel.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to compile, analyze, and correlate data.
• Ability to write reports, specifications, and contract documents.
• Ability to make prompt and sound operating decisions in emergencies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of applicable safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
• Must pass a controlled substance (drug) test for employment.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Available to work from any Fairfax Water facility, at any location in the water system, and at other than the principal hours of work.
• Ability to work irregular hours shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work overtime at any location, hour, or day of the week.