Water System Supervisor

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Position Description

This is your opportunity to become a member of an extraordinary organization and a dynamic team. The City of Fresno, Department of Public Utilities-Water Division, is currently accepting applications for the position of Water System Supervisor.

Desirable candidate will oversee the installation, maintenance, testing and repair of the City’s water metering systems. Possess skilled knowledge of Automatic Meter Reading (AMR), Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), backflow prevention, cross-connection control program, cross connection control specialist.

Daily duties include:

-Supervising daily distribution/meter operations, leading and training field staff to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality work.

-Monitoring distribution/meter staff performance data to identify issues, reduce water loss, and improve system reliability.

-Ensuring compliance with regulations, industry standards, and internal policies. Manage inventory and equipment needed for meter operations.

-Preparing reports and documentation for management, audits, and operational planning.

Distribution/Meter operational area: Incumbent(Water System Supervisor plans, coordinates, assigns, participates in, directs, and supervises the day-to-day work activities of water system staff performing manual, semi-skilled and skilled work in the testing, cleaning, maintenance, inspection, repair, installation, and construction of the City's water system.

One vacancy exists in the Department of Public Utilities Water Division, in the Distribution/Meter Operational Area. The incumbent will be responsible for supervising, planning, coordinating, assigning and directing the day-to-day work activities of 15-20 Water Distribution/Meter employees. Incumbent will plan and execute water systems preventative maintenance programs and measures designed to prevent service interruption to our customers. Will also be responsible for the coordination of division activities with other City divisions, departments, and public agencies.

Incumbents will be required to be on a weekly rotation 24/7 on call with other supervisors. Incumbents [JS1] [CC2] may be required to work evenings, holidays, and weekends, as part of a regular work schedule.

Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at

https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

The Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure a place on the eligibility list:

Experience:One (1) year of full-time lead or supervisory work experience

AND

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in civil or sanitary engineering, water supply, hydraulics, or a closely related field;

OR

Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible full-time paid work experience in the operation and maintenance of community water systems which includes one year of full-time experience providing lead or full first-line supervisory direction

AND

Education: Twenty-four semester units from an accredited college or university in civil or sanitary engineering, water supply, hydraulics, or a closely related field;

OR

Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible full-time paid work experience in the operation and maintenance of community water systems which includes one year of full-time experience providing lead or full first-line supervisory direction.

Additional Requirements

A COPY OF DEGREE OR COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE UPLOADED AND INCLUDED IN YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION FOR VERIFICATION OF REQUIREMENT. APPLICANTS LACKING THIS DOCUMENTATION MAY BE REJECTED IF RELYING UPON EDUCATION TO MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS.

Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required during the entire term of employment as a Water System Supervisor. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.

The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

Special Requirements

For current vacancy assignments to Water Production/Recharge, and Electrical, Instrumentation, and SCADA, possession and continued maintenance of a valid Water Distribution Operator Certificate, Grade D3, issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board, within eighteen months of assignment.

For assignment to Surface Water Treatment Operations, must possess and continue to maintain a valid Water Treatment Operator Certificate, Grade T4, issued by the State of California, Department of Health Services, within eighteen months of appointment.

Selection Process

The examination process may consist of the following:

Application Review: Qualifying Only - Applications which meet the minimum qualifications will be reviewed and a limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to the Oral Examination. Selection of the most qualified candidates will be based upon those applications demonstrating the greatest breadth and depth of applicable education, experience, skills, and training. Therefore, applicants are urged to submit sufficiently detailed information in their application materials for evaluation.

Oral Examination: 100% - A panel of subject matter experts will conduct a job-related oral examination to evaluate a candidate's knowledge of: principle and practices of operations, installation, and maintenance of water systems; equipment used in testing, cleaning, inspection, repair and preventative maintenance and safety practices; ability to supervise, train and evaluate subordinate staff, communicate effectively, orally and in writing and establish and maintain effective working relationships. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

The oral examination has been tentatively scheduled for the week of March 16, 2026.

How To Apply

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage . If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.

Veteran’s Preference

If an examination is conducted for a position within the classified service, qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score. Candidates must submit a copy of their DD214 Member 4 form or electronic copy indicating honorable discharge with each application prior to the filing deadline.

Bargaining Unit 1

Non-Supervisory Blue Collar

International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers Local 39

BENEFIT

DESCRIPTION

HEALTH INSURANCE

The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT

IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.

VACATION LEAVE

Accrue 8 - 15 hours per month based on years of service available after 6 months.

SICK LEAVE

8 hours per month, available after 90 days

HOLIDAYS

10 City-observed annual holidays, plus birthday and 2 personal days.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY

Provided through California SDI program

BILINGUAL PREMIUM

$100 per month upon approved certification

SUPPLEMENTAL SICK

40 hours per fiscal year.

80 hours lifetime maximum accrual.

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE

City contracted uniform service, cost shared 50/50 Safety Shoe voucher - $250

Prescription Safety Glasses - Reimbursement of $125

HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT (HRA)

Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 240 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and other qualified leave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.

RETIREMENT - City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.

DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at

https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

Please note that the benefits package described above is specific to permanent full-time employees. Employees engaged on a part-time, temporary, limited, or other basis may have different entitlements.

Closing Date/Time: 4/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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