Description

GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under the general direction of the Distribution Manager, performs a variety of administrative, planning, and technical duties in planning, coordinating, and analyzing the activities of the Distribution department; performs related work as required.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Five years of experience reading and preparing plans and specifications for water distribution systems
• Basic water modeling experience
• Basic utility GPS skills
• Must possess a valid driver's license with good driving record
• This position requires the Driver remain insurable under the Company’s coverage
• Possession of an Iowa DNR. Grade II Water Distribution Operator's certificate or ability to obtain it within 24 months of appointment
• Candidates must have an acceptable driving record to be selected
• Basic communication skills
• Basic team skills
• Proficient human relations skills
• Basic planning/organizing skills
• Basic engineering plan reading skills
• Basic math skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to read, write, communicate, and understand English
• Occasionally handles up to 50 pounds and lifts 25 pounds
• Occasionally stands, squats, bends over, reaches, and lifts above and below shoulder heights
• The selected candidate must also be able to pass a preemployment drug screen and physical
• All candidates who are offered a position must complete Section 1 of Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment

Responsibilities

• About the Position: Under the supervision of the Distribution System Manager, prepares plans and specifications for review; performs field project management including survey, inspection, and documentation; and reviews plans for compliance with Iowa construction standards.
• Works with engineers to develop projects that meet Xenia distribution system goals
• Collects information on existing assets
• Performs field project management
• Supervises and conducts testing of water mains, commissions new installations and coordinates activities of contractors
• Uses various survey equipment to create accurate design drawings or as-builts for review by assigned engineer
• Coordinates construction activities on water main and facilities projects, including management of impact on Xenia Rural Water District (XRWD) operations and customers
• Participates in the testing of water mains including flushing, pressure testing, chlorination, de-chlorination, and sampling for bacteria testing
• Reviews construction plans submitted by other agencies or developers to verify compliance with XRWD requirements or to determine impact on existing XRWD facilities
• Ensures distribution system changes are entered into GIS software        
• Reviews payments to contractors
• Maintains record of material usage and completed work
• Schedules, arranges, and performs inspections of XRWD distribution system assets
• Performs other duties of similar nature
• Often walks over uneven terrain
• Occasionally works in confined spaces
• Occasionally works at extensive heights
• Occasionally works from ladders
• Occasional exposure to adverse weather conditions
• Occasional exposure to traffic and machine noise

Benefits

• IPERS Retirement Plan
• Matching 457 Retirement Plan
• 100% Paid Health Insurance
• 80% Paid Dependent Health Insurance
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time