Water Distribution Supervisor

Job Title : Water Distribution System Operator

Employer : City of Palm Bay

Salary : $60,478.00 Annually

Location : Palm Bay, FL

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : 2714R

Department : Utilities

Opening Date : 09 / 15 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : General Employee

Minimum Training & Experience

Graduation from high school plus a minimum of five (5) years of experience in water distribution system operation and maintenance. An associate degree in water technology or related field is preferred. Two (2) years of supervisory experience working in a foreman, or higher, capacity for a water distribution system required. Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License and have and maintain an acceptable driving record.

Special Requirement

Must possess a valid Florida Department Environmental Protection (FDEP) Water Distribution System Operators Class I License

• . A valid Florida Class A Commercial Driver's License is preferred.
• For internal candidates : A Class II License will be accepted upon hire with the requirement to obtain the Class I License within twelve (12) months of hire. Licenses / Certifications must be kept current while in this classification.

Note : Out of State candidates applying for reciprocity of the required license may be considered for this position.

Emergency Declaration Status

Code 1 : Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and / or declared emergency. On an incident-by-incident basis, the employee's Department Head will make the determination as to who will be required to work.

General Statement of Job

Under general supervision, performs supervisory and administrative work overseeing the technical installation, maintenance and repair of the City's water distribution infrastructure and related appurtenances; to include raw water transmission and reclaimed water systems. Work includes considerable independence and discretion while planning, organizing, supervising and reviewing the work of skilled and semi-skilled workers performing assigned tasks and, at times, during emergency circumstances. Typical maintenance work overseen by this position includes, but is not limited to, repairs on potable water mains and service lines, hydrants, valves, meters and heavy equipment related operations. Must be able to plan and coordinate several simultaneous and complex activities in multiple locations performed by subordinate staff. Responsible for establishing and monitoring schedules, purchasing equipment, supplies and material and preparing activity reports. In cases where in-house construction projects are required, employee shall be responsible for establishing construction schedules, procurement of all parts, equipment and / or materials required to complete project to entirety, following all City of Palm Bay specifications and standards. Reports to the Water Distribution Superintendent.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

Additional Job Functions

Performs other related work as required. This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.

Benefits

Health Insurance : Health care plan options include HDHP, OAPIN and OAP through Cigna. Dental Insurance : Dental coverage is offered in three plans that include DHMO & PPO High / Low plans. Vision Insurance : Vision coverage includes an annual eye exam, frames and lenses or contact lenses in lieu of eyeglasses. Life Insurance : The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with life insurance in the amount of one time their annual base salary at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of $250,000. Dependent / Spouse Life Insurance : The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with dependent / spouse life insurance in the amount of $5,000 per dependent at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost. Short Term Disability : Coverage pays 66 2 / 3% of employee's annual base salary during a short-term disability period not to exceed 26 weeks. Long Term Disability : Coverage pays 66 2 / 3% of employee's salary at time of disability after a 180 consecutive day waiting period. Defined Contribution Retirement Plan : City contributes a base of 3%. Employees may contribute up to 6% and the City will match the employees contribution. Holidays : 10 holidays and 1 birthday holiday. Paid Leave : Accrue 96 hours of vacation and sick leave per year. Accrued vacation hours increase after 10 years of service.