Manager Distribution

Job Description

Under the general supervision of the Director, Transmission and Distribution, ensures the timely and effective operation and maintenance of the distribution system of a large, complex water system including repair of water mains generally 12 inches and diameter and smaller; maintenance or replacement of hydrants and system valves; and installation of new service lines. Also manages the Fleet Services function.

Leads, manages, and optimizes the operation and maintenance of the water distribution system by :

• Overseeing, guiding, and evaluating the daily activities of the Distribution Maintenance and Fleet Services sections.
• Building relationships and maintaining regular contact with staff located at other facilities.
• Establishing standard procedures and performance targets for the annual distribution system flushing, hydrant flow testing, valve exercising, and hydrant painting programs and leak detection activities.
• Analyzing administrative and operational data and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Monitoring main break repair activities and escalating as warranted.
• Establishing objectives and prioritizing work.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ensuring the availability of materials, equipment, and labor.
• Coordinating with other departments, contractors, consultants, outside agencies, and others as needed.
• Responding to emergency calls during and after working hours.
• Ensuring that all work is performed safely by :
• Supporting and promoting Fairfax Water’s safety program and requirements.
• Ensuring new employees perform required training within expected timeframes.
• Ensuring all staff attend safety training in accordance with safety program requirements.
• Identifying opportunities for safety improvements and coordinating with the safety office on implementation.
• Ensuring proper coordination with contractors for activities related to paving, spoils hauling and repair assistance.
• Investigating and responding to inquiries, complaints, and concerns from customers or other interested parties.

Developing supervisory and other department staff by :

Performs related personnel and administrative tasks by :

Physical Requirements :

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