Water Distribution Supervisor

Applications accepted through 11/22/2026 at 11: 59 PM Mountain time. Important dates: Interviews will be held the week of 11/30/2026 Hiring Range: $36.70 - $45.26 Hourly Salary Range: $36.70 - $49.54 Hourly Summary: The Water Distribution Supervisor is responsible for supervising, scheduling, and training all staff involved in the construction, maintenance, and repair of the Towns municipal water system. This position supervises and assists staff who perform technical work, including shut-offs, meter installations or replacements, water quality testing, inspections, pressure checks, and detecting and repairing water leaks. The Water Distribution Supervisor reports directly to the Engineering & Utilities Operations Manager and supervises all levels of Water Technicians. Click the links to view the Town of Firestone Employee Benefits GuideandEmployee Premium Guide. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The list below is intended to illustrate the responsibilities of the position and is not all-encompassing. The Town may change these duties at any time. Provides employee direction and supervision to include instruction, assigning and reviewing work, scheduling projects, evaluating performance, taking and effectively recommending necessary personnel actions, and resolving employee complaintsPlans and establishes work schedules, assignments, and project sequences to meet division goalsCoordinates with other supervisors on operations and activities within or between divisionsProvides training to direct reports on proper techniques for completing work and ensures all established safety rules and procedures for work areas are followedProvides oversight of contractors performing construction, maintenance and repair activities related to the Towns municipal water systemCoordinates the delivery of materials on site, monitors effective use of personnel and equipment and the progress of work, according to plans and schedulesMaintains records and prepares reports regarding work activities and material usage within asset management programsMaintains or modifies existing fields within Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases.Provides oversight to crews who may assist the Streets division with snow removal in the winter season and application of mosquito control substances during the summer seasonResponsible for operating a variety of light and heavy equipmentFacilitates good communication with other Town staff and the public, which may include sharing information and receiving feedback, listening to and respecting input, participating in work group conversations and directly and respectfully dealing with issues that ariseActively promotes a culture of safety by observing and following all Town and Department safety procedures, regulations and policies and ensuring others do so to promote a safe work environment and prevent injuries and illnessesProvides necessary information for the preparation of the departmental budget processAddresses citizen concerns regarding Water Division issues, which may require 24-hour emergency responseMay work in confined spaces that require ventilation to protect against potential noxious gases and fumesPerforms a variety of duties that require the use and wear of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)Performs routine pre/post-use safety checks of equipment and minor maintenance on vehicles and equipment and maintains records of such activitiesResponsible for entering and completing work orders and reviewing Water Division work orders in the iWorq work order systemResponsible for adhering to all local, State, and Federal regulations pertaining to water quality rules and regulationsMay be required to be the Towns Operator Reasonable in Charge (ORC) or work directly with the Towns contracted ORCMay be required to work overtime, be on-call, and/or work a varying schedule including weekends and during emergency situationsAssists with various Town events and festival set-up and tear-down activitiesReconciles accounts payable and the Town credit card for the DivisionResponsible for approving Division staffs time cards and PTO requestsParticipates in ongoing training for personal and professional development Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required: Knowledge of and ability to explain Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to water management, as they apply to the Town of FirestoneKnowledge of Town code enforcement techniques and principlesAbility to read and understand engineering and construction drawings and specificationsAbility tomonitor and assess performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective actionAbility to enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in asset management, finance, or similar systemsAbility to enter, extract, and report on data within Geographic Information Systems (GIS).Knowledge of environmental inspection procedures, stormwater management systems and conveyancesAbility to satisfactorily meet the qualifications of the Water Technician IIIKnowledge of maintenance and operation and proper safety protocols when working with equipment and heavy machinerySkilled in troubleshooting mechanical problems and ability to recognize when routine maintenance attention is requiredAbility to read and comprehend a variety of written material, including manuals, instructions, and safety information, and perform common mathematical operationsAbility to effectively interact with all Town staff and the general public, including strong problem-solving skills that include the ability to analyze and resolve a variety of issues and recognize when to escalateAbility to keep workplace clean and organized, equipment clean and serviced, and take care of Town-owned assets appropriatelyAbility to effectively supervise all staff, including assigning, reviewing, and scheduling work and evaluating performanceAbility to resolve employee complaints and take appropriate personnel actions when necessaryAbility to perform a wide range of strenuous physical and manual tasks in an outdoor environment and complete daily operations in a competent and safe mannerAbility to use standard office equipment, computers, tablets, and software, including the intermediate use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, GIS mapping, and databasesAbility to work both collaboratively and independently Minimum Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalentSix (6) years of experience with municipal water systems, including Pump/Motor Technician experienceAn equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered Required License/Certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Class B CDL and safe driving record throughout employmentMust possess and maintain CCWP Water Distribution Class III Certification at time of hireObtain and maintain Flagger certification within six (6) months of employmentObtain and maintain a Confined Space certification within six (6) months of employmentObtain and maintain CCWP Class 1 in Collection within one (1) year of employmentObtain and maintain Backflow Certification required within one (1) year of employment Preferred Qualifications: Two (2) years previous experience in a Lead or Supervisory roleCCWP Water Distribution Class IV CertificationPrevious experience with pumps (piston, vane, gear, etc.), motors, valves, DC power units, and hydraulic systems Physical Activities: The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Work is regularly performed outdoors and occasionally indoors, with frequent exposure to extreme temperatures and all weather conditions.Work is performed year-round with regular exposure to any of the following: loud noise, heavy traffic, and some hazardous situations. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, with times of increased noise. Body Movement: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, bend, stoop, or kneel. On rare occasions, the employee may be required to climb, crawl, and balance.The employee must be physically able to operate various motor vehicles. An employee is required to be available and on-call at various hours. Employees must frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds. Vision: Employees must be able to consistently see with near and far acuity, depth perception, color vision, and field vision. Hearing: Employees must have the ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds (e.g., machinery, telephones, alarms); communicate clearly and effectively; understand and be understood; be able to consistently engage in ordinary conversations. At the Town of Firestone, we recognize the contributions each employee makes to assist us in achieving Town-wide goals. Because of this, we are committed to providing our employees with a total compensation package comprised of benefits, financial security, and work/life balance.Our benefit package includes: Medical You may choose from (3) Medical Plans under Cignas Open Access Plans (OAP) which includes (2) High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) and (1) Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) planDental - Employees are eligible for 100% premium -employer-paid dental coverage through Delta DentalVision - Employees are eligible for 100% premium -employer-paid vision coverage through VSP Employer-paid supplemental benefits include: Group Life and AD& D InsuranceShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance PlanPaid Time OffExtended Paid Leave (EPL) accrued up to a maximum of 240 hoursFourteen (14) Paid HolidaysSixteen (16) hours of Paid Volunteer LeaveHSA Contribution to Choice Plan HDHPEmployee Education Assistance/Reimbursement up to $2, 000 annuallyMembership to Carbon Valley Recreation CenterTraining and development for Certification and Licensure programsNational and/or Statewide Association Affiliation feesProfessional Retirement Assessment AssistanceFlu-Shingles-Covid Vaccination Clinics You are also able to elect supplemental benefits at the employee's cost, which include: Accident/Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Coverages (employee elected/paid)Voluntary Life and AD& D Coverage for Employee/Spouse and Dependents (employee elected/paid)Cyber Security Coverage through Norton LifeLock (employee elected/paid)SPOT Pet Insurance (employee elected/paid)Verizon discount program In compliance with 41 CFR 60-2 The Town of Firestone provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and Town ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. The Town of Firestone expressly prohibits any form of unlawful harassment or discrimination. Any person with questions or concerns about the Towns practices relative to equal employment opportunities is encouraged to bring these matters to the attention of the Human Resources department. The Town of Firestones Affirmative Action Plan manages and ensures that equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees.