Wastewater Collections Foreman

The Wastewater Collection Foreman is responsible for assisting with the planning and coordination of activities assigned to personnel in the Wastewater Collections section of the Environmental Services Division.  The incumbent prioritizes work assignments and work orders to personnel assigned to the wastewater collections system and facilities. Additionally, the incumbent ensures that wastewater collection systems are operated and maintained efficiently, safely and in accordance with federal, state, and local standards and regulations, and in a manner in which protects and preserves the environment and public health.

The following statements describe the principal functions of this job and its scope of responsibility but shall not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including working in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

• Assists in the planning and overseeing, inspections of project and of personnel regarding the collection, pumping, and transmission of wastewater while ensuring efficiency and economy of services provided.
• Assists with the coordination of the daily functions of the collection system to ensure that operational and maintenance practices comply with all permit conditions and rules and regulations of local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Assists the supervisor in planning and scheduling of daily activities to include but not limited to the following:  backed up sewers, new connections, force main breaks, major and minor repairs, and renewal and replacement projects while minimizing interruptions in service that can pose a threat to public health and safety. 
• Responds to emergencies at all times as needed and as required.  Efficiently and economically coordinates and completes emergency repairs.
• Investigates and resolves customer complaints pertaining to wastewater collection operations.
• Performs manual labor safely and efficiently, including but not limited to installing new sewer connections to lots where service is not available, repairing minor and major sewer line breaks, and repairing backed up sewers.
• Identifies potential problems within the system, and plans and implements necessary corrective action. Modifies existing installations to bring them up to standards. 
• Follows instructions, which include the reading of and comprehending of record drawings of the collections system and facilities, perform special studies, interpret results, prepares reports and recommend action for the modification and expansion of the system to improve efficiency and quality of service and to comply with codes, rules and regulations. 
• Maintains an adequate supply of materials on the service vehicles to ensure new connections and repairs are made efficiently and effectively and coordinates restocking with the Storekeepers/ Warehouse. 
• Provides line locates and marking for contractors and other utilities as required.  Assist with the coordination of line locates (marking of underground sewer facilities) in accordance with state statute and ensure that Translore Locate Software is completed correctly and submitted daily, avoiding any additional administrative fees. 
• Assists the supervisor with the development and generation of work orders/assignments and the prioritization of repair requests to maintain system reliability utilizing the asset management tracking software program (Hansen). 
• Prepares and/or reviews damage repair invoices prior to submittal for billing purposes. 
• Assists with the development, updating, and implementation of standard operating procedures and guidelines pertaining to wastewater collection systems repair and maintenance. 
• Provides on-the-job training to subordinate personnel of routine functions of the wastewater collections systems maintenance, including but not limited to daily repair and maintenance activities, safety equipment, first-aid, traffic/vehicle safety, hazardous equipment, etc. 
• Assists the supervisor with evaluation of worker safety, ensure that safety equipment is updated and operational, research employee safety concerns, and offer corrective action to address safety concerns. 
• Operates heavy equipment such as backhoe, trenchers, front-end loaders, jet vac trucks, and tanker trucks in a safe and competent manner. 
• Assists in interviews and discipline of subordinate personnel assigned to the Wastewater Collections section and makes recommendations as to hiring, discipline, etc. 
• Represents the department before public and private groups. 
• Represents the county on committees for activities pertaining to wastewater collection operations.
• Assists the supervisor in the preparation and makes recommendations for annual and program budgets pertaining to collection systems and maintenance.  
• Assists the supervisor in the preparation of technical bid specifications for equipment, supplies, materials, and services needed for collection systems maintenance. Evaluates bid awards and attends bid openings.   
• Provides technical assistance and make operational, organizational, and administrative recommendations pertaining to the county collection systems maintenance.   
• Performs inspection on Collection System as needed.
• Performs other reasonable related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or other management personnel.

Emergency Response 
County employees are required to report for work during a state of emergency and are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations which may include duties other than those specified in this job description. Employees may request an exemption from this requirement by submitting the appropriate exemption form, subject to review and approval.Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED). 
• Seven (7) years of experience increasing in responsibility in the installation, operation and maintenance of wastewater collection and transmission systems. 
• Two (2) years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role.

A combination of education, training and experience may be substituted at the County's discretion.

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class “A” Commercial Driver's License with a tanker endorsement with a good driving record as defined by current insurance carrier.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain within one (1) year an F.W.P.C.O.A. Voluntary Class “A" Collection certification or equivalent.   
• Must be certified in First Aid/CPR and Permit Required Confined Space Entry.   
• Must posses a Florida M.O.T intermediate Level Certification within one (1) year. 
• This position may be subject to the Hepatitis B vaccine and other vaccines when necessary.
• Must have or be able to obtain certification within three (3) months of employment in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
  • IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)
  • IS-200.b: ICS for Single Resources & Initial Action Incidents
  • IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• The job requires frequent bending, twisting, and occasional squatting, climbing, kneeling, and balancing.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, and typing.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.

• Physical Required: Candidates selected for this position will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination as a condition of employment. The physical examination is intended to confirm the candidate’s ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position. 

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay Grade: 10
Salary Disclosure: Pay rates are based on policy, education, skill, experience level and internal equity.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Hernando County BOCC provides to veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

PLEASE REVIEW THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ON POSTING AND COMMUNICATE HOW YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME. MINIMUM REQUIEMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED.
All applications will be carefully reviewed to evaluate qualifications and overall suitability for the position. The relevance, scope, and length of related work experience, training, and education outlined in the application and resume will be considered during the screening process. Selected applicants will be contacted to participate in interviews. Candidates are encouraged to clearly document all pertinent experience, including relevant knowledge, skills, or abilities gained outside of traditional employment, in the additional information section of the application.

Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, gender, orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law.

Hernando County is a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to drug testing in accordance with Federal and Florida State Law. 

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must provide notification to the BOCC in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.