Wellfield Supervisor

The Wellfield Supervisor is a critical position ensuring the efficient and sustainable use of groundwater for potable water production. Duties include performing complex technical work, supervising assigned staff and participating in the operation and maintenance of the wellfield and related equipment. The role also involves monitoring and analyzing wellfield performance data and providing technical guidance to operations. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Facilities Manager.

Essential Functions

• Supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of the wellfield and related equipment.
• Serves as the primary supervisor of the staff assigned, exercising full responsibility for planning, assigning, directing, and adjusting daily and long-term work priorities.
• Monitors wellfield data and performance to determine efficient and sustainable use of the wellfield. 
• Plans, assigns, and oversees the work of the assigned staff, ensuring tasks are completed effectively and in accordance with operational standards.
• Ensures staffing levels are maintained; approves schedules, overtime, and leave to maintain adequate coverage for the wellfield maintenance team.
• Evaluates employee performance, conducts formal performance reviews, and provides coaching, discipline, and corrective action consistent with City policies.
• Develops, implements, and enforces operating procedures, work standards, and performance expectations for the wellfield maintenance team.
• Creates, distributes, and closes work orders, ensuring tasks are properly assigned, completed, and documented by staff.
• Reviews and generates wellfield Preventive Maintenance Compliance reports.
• Determines needed repairs and develop costs estimates.
• Orders parts, materials, tools, and equipment as required.
• Manages the wellfield maintenance budget, including recommending purchases, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
• Conducts and monitors drawdown testing and Silt Density Index (SDI) on wells. 
• Ensures adherence to all regulatory requirements related to the wellfield and raw water supply wells.
• Manages the contracts and wellfield contractors as required to perform maintenance and repairs of the raw water supply wells.
• Ensures adherence to all regulatory requirements related to the storm water pump stations.
• Manages the inspections, maintenance and repairs of the storm water pump stations. 
• Monitors and manages as needed landscaping services and security fencing around wells and storm water pump stations. 
• Participates in hiring decisions, including interviewing candidates and making recommendations regarding selection, promotion, discipline, and termination that carry significant weight.
• Decides how to manage the team, set priorities, and solve problems during daily work.