Foreman Water Distribution System

This position is restricted to current City of Minneapolis employees

In this position you will be responsible for supervising a crew of employees engaged in the maintenance and repair activities of the water distribution system.

Work Location: This position currently works on-site only.

Availability: This position involves scheduled on-call rotations, response to after-hours emergencies, and overtime.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

• Plan, organize, and supervise the operations, maintenance, repair and replacement of broken hydrants, water mains valves, and commercial/residential meters in the City's water distribution system.
• Instruct, train, and monitor subordinates in the performance of their duties and in the proper use of equipment and tools.
• Recommend additional training or discipline for subordinates when appropriate.
• Evaluate work site and develop operational plans using historical records, maps, and software tools such as ArcGIS online, Field maps, Smartsheet and Maximo.
• Work with the Coordinator Plans and Scheduling to arrange for crews, equipment, tools needed for projects.
• Work with the Stores for materials management.
• Arrange for Gopher State One locates, obstruction permits, and traffic control for work site.
• Coordinate and oversee:
  1. Customer notification for water service disruptions when water mains and meters need to be taken out of service to perform work.
  2. The installation of temporary supply lines or by-pass valves where necessary.
  3. Hydrant and valve operation and maintenance actives and initiatives.
  4. The shut down and filling of water mains and service lines.
  5. Testing of all control valves to be isolated or inspected for maintenance, pressure or flow.
  6. Coordinate with home owners and property managers to reduce impact to businesses for meter installation, testing, repair, or replacement.

• adhering to Gopher State One Call procedures, traffic control setup, OSHA Standards, and all other applicable rules and guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records of time and material costs and prepare reports on activities supervised. Accurately redline records after completion of work so that permanent updates can be made to water system records. Record keeping includes the use of software such as Smartsheet and Field Maps.
• Communicate with the public about water-main work, both planned, and emergency.
• Coordinate with other city departments and entities.
• Communicate with contractors and project managers about City's role or concerns on projects and, to coordinate work activities.
• Participate in personnel management of staff including performance management and review, and discipline. Perform coaching sessions and keep documentation on subordinates.

Working Conditions: Exposure to outdoor elements, gases, fumes and chemicals. Work outside in all types of weather. Use ladders to get in and out of excavations and underground chambers.

Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum Experience: Three years of water distribution system experience.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Driver's License.
• State of Minnesota, Water Supply System Operator License Class C or higher

Resume: You MUST submit a resume along with your official City application. Without it your application will be deemed as incomplete and will not be submitted for further consideration.

Selection Process:

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience 100%. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score 80% on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check:

The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Drug and Alcohol Testing:

All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.

Medical Exam:

After a conditional job offer, candidates will be required to pass a medical examination which includes a physical screening.

Union Representation:

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Foremen's Association (CFO). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: https://www2.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/labor-agreements/foremens-association/

Eligible List Statement:

The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.

Interview Selection:

The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

• Considerable knowledge of the operation and maintenance of water distribution systems including specific knowledge of the following:
  1. Pressure zones, sizes and location of feeder mains, gate characteristics, conditions and connecting locations.
  2. Fire hydrants and water distribution service valves used in the City.
  3. The operation of motorized equipment and their use in emergencies, including augers, sheeting drivers, guillotine saws, pneumatic saws, metallic locating detectors, etc.
  4. Confined space entry procedures, including permits, use of air monitors, and tri-pod rescue equipment.
  5. Knowledge of commercial and residential meters
• Knowledge of hazardous materials handling.
• Considerable knowledge of how city government works.
• Ability to become proficient in computer software utilized in area assigned including ArcGIS, Field Maps, Smartsheet, excel, and Maximo and to routinely use electronic devices (desktop, laptop, and tablets) in performing daily activities.
• Ability to read and interpret paper and electronic information from maps, blue prints, GIS, EDMS and other records of buried water distribution utilities.
• Ability to organize and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to maintain records and write reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to effectively problem solve and apply critical thinking and innovation to resolve issues.

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.