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Job description
Job Description
Construction Site Supervisor - Utilities
Regional District of Central Kootenay
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Water Operations Manager ]
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES: Equipment Operator/Field Hand
DEPARTMENT: Environmental Services
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SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Reporting to the Water Operations Manager, the Construction Site Supervisor is directly responsible for the
supervision for Construction Site Operators and on site contractors on utility construction sites throughout
the Regional District. This position works to provide direction and leadership and to effectively liaise with
regulatory bodies. Additionally, this position provides hands-on construction support for 19 water systems in
the Regional District of Central Kootenay.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a member of the Utility Construction team, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
1. Provides daily supervision to Site Operators and site contractors. Prepares and approves schedules to
ensure continued daily operation of the operations
2. Assists the Water Operations Manager in the hiring, orientation, training, performance management
and discipline of employees.
3. Work with management in project planning
4. Work directly with Interior Health’s environmental health officers, and public health engineer
5. Provide weekly project progress reports
6. Operate excavating equipment (e.g. track hoe, rubber tire backhoe, tamping equipment, and other
smaller pieces of construction equipment as needed)
7. Schedule and implement preventative maintenance programs in coordination with the Water
Operations Manager
8. Maintenance of design spec and as-built/as-constructed plans
9. Water quality sampling and chlorine residual sampling
10. Respond to complaints and queries from the public
11. Hydrant operation
12. Water main pressure testing as per AWWA standards
13. Provide cost estimates by preparing materials lists, labour requirements, equipment needs and
other construction requirements for approval by the Water Operations Manager
14. Purchase materials and supplies and maintains inventory of water system project materials
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15. Approve and code invoices in line with RDCK Purchasing Policy
16. Liaise with other utilities workers for location of underground works
17. Provide regulatory and project related reporting
18. Work with consultants on system design and construction
19. Coordinate projects which are managed by the Water Operation Manager or Project Manager
20. Work in coordination with other RDCK departments, governing bodies and regulators
21. Provide advice on capital plans and budgets
22. Other duties as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Two years of Lead hand or Supervisory experience (experience in waterworks construction
preferred)
Three years’ experience in water works construction
Equipment operating experience
Two years’ experience working with regulatory bodies ie. Interior Health, MOTI and a demonstrated
ability to engage with and understand application processes etc.
Demonstrated experience leading capital projects
Experience managing and maintaining mid-large scale budgets
Demonstrated experience working with contractors and other project stakeholders
High School Diploma or equivalent
Water Distribution Level 1 (or willingness and ability to achieve level 1 within one year)
Occupational First Aid Level 1 (OFA1)
Preference will be given to applicants with:
a. Confined Space Entry Certificate
b. Trenching Safety Certificate
c. WHMIS training
Current BC Driver’s License with satisfactory Drivers Abstract
Satisfactory Criminal Record
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Working knowledge of water distribution skills and preference given to applicants with water
distribution certification
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, direct staff and managing ongoing performance
Knowledge of relevant provincial and federal Acts, Regulations and Guidelines
Working knowledge of AWWA, and MMCD construction standards
Knowledge of preventative maintenance practices for excavation equipment
Demonstrated ability to manage contractual obligations and hold contractors accountable
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Job Title: Construction Site Supervisor - Utilities
Effective Date: December 2020
High level of tact and discretion when dealing with others, including with the public
Ability to estimate small to medium waterworks project costs, such as water service connections
Ability to work within established RDCK policies and procedures
Ability to communicate effectively, in oral and written form
Ability to understand technical manuals and engineering drawings
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to work independently as well as in a group environment as part of a team
Demonstrated commitment to the values of the RDCK: Respect, Accountability, Integrity and Health &
Safety
WORKING CONDITIONS
May spend long periods of time away from home (potential for many weeks/months at a time
depending on project completion)
May be expected to drive long distances, throughout the Region
Working alone in remote areas
Exposure to varied weather, primarily without shelter
Physical demands related to utility construction – lifting, standing, shoveling etc.
ACCEPTANCE:
I have read and discussed the expectations for this position. The associated tasks have been explained to me
by my direct supervisor and I am prepared to accept these responsibilities.
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Employee Name Employee Signature Date
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Employer Representative Name Employer Representative Signature Date
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Job Title: Construction Site Supervisor - Utilities
Effective Date: December 2020
