City of Azusa
Water Distribution Superintendent
City of Azusa
Water Distribution Superintendent
SALARY
$57.57 – $69.98 Hourly
$4,605.90 – $5,598.49 Biweekly
$9,979.44 – $12,130.07 Monthly
LOCATION: Azusa, CA
JOB TYPE: Full-Time
JOB NUMBER: 25-41
DEPARTMENT: Light & Water
DIVISION: Water
OPENING DATE: 11/24/2025
CLOSING DATE:12/7/2025 5:30 PM Pacific
Seeking a skilled Water Distribution Superintendent
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SALARY & BENEFIT INFORMATION
$57.57 – $69.98 Hourly
$9,979.44 – $12,130.07 Monthly
$119,753.28 – $145,560.84 Annually
Generous Monthly Flexible Benefit Plan Contribution for Medical Benefits. Bilingual Incentive Pay, City Paid Deferred Compensation & so much more!
DEADLINE TO APPLY
Online applications will be accepted beginning Monday, November 24, 2025 through Sunday, December 07, 2025 OR until 200 applications are received, whichever comes first. Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close without notice on the day the department’s needs have been met. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
POSITION DEFINITION
Under general direction, plans, coordinates, directs, and oversees the repair, maintenance and construction of the City of Azusa’s D-5 rated water distribution systems, structures and sites, carried out by skilled and semi-skilled operators; estimates and secures materials, equipment and tools to ensure consistent flow of work; trains and provides guidance on work processes essential to water distribution system maintenance; performs related duties as required.
Essential Functions
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
The Water Distribution Superintendent is a professional level classification tasked with planning, coordinating, managing and inspecting the repair, construction and maintenance of the water distribution systems, structures and sites. The Incumbent organizes, schedules and assigns work; conducts and directs staff training and development and sets strategic priorities.
SUPERVISION EXCERCISED
Receives supervision from the Assistant General Manager – Water Operations; exercises supervision of Water Distribution division and administrative support personnel.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Plans, coordinates, supervises, and inspects the work of Water Distribution Operators, Crew Supervisors, and Specialist in the planning, repair, construction and maintenance of the water distribution system.
- Evaluates service needs and work methods; establishes and enforces operating and safety procedures.
- Estimates time and material costs; requisitions required supplies and equipment; evaluates and institutes changes in work methods and priorities; assists in developing the division budget and monitors expenditures.
- Maintains records and writes a variety of reports and memos on work performed, materials and equipment utilization, and vandalism.
- Assists in the selection of division employees; plans, organizes, and assigns work; conducts or directs staff training and development; reviews and evaluates employee performance; recommends disciplinary action.
- Coordinates work with other divisions, departments and sections; inspects work and directs efficient and effective operations.
- Performs a variety of customer service duties including investigating and responding to complaints and inquiries; explains how work project potentially impact and affect adjacent property owners.
- Responds to emergency situations. May serve a regularly scheduled standby shift.
- Performs related duties as required.
Qualification Guidelines
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Experience
- Education: HS/GED, supplemented by specialized training in construction and maintenance of water distribution systems.
- Experience: Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in the construction and maintenance of water distribution system including three years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
Licenses or Certification
- Possession of a Water Distribution Operator Grade D5 Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board.
- Possession of, or to obtain during the probationary period, and ability to maintain a valid Class B California Driver’s License with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsements and a satisfactory driving record.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge
- Methods, materials, and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of water pipelines.
- Effective and efficient methods and procedures for scheduling and assigning work of water repair and maintenance personnel.
- Safe operating procedures in the repair and maintenance of water systems.
- Principles and techniques of organization, administration, budget and personnel.
- Effective customer relations skills.
- Use of computers to process and manage work orders, resources, timesheets, costs and documents.
- Basic principles and practices of engineering related to water systems.
Ability
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Prepare reports and keep accurate records.
- Analyze data and information and draw logical conclusions.
- Select, train, supervise and evaluate employees; instruct personnel on unit activities, procedures and regulations.
- Make decisions regarding operational and personnel functions.
- Operate programs within budgeted amounts.
- Respond to emergency and problem situations in an effective manner.
- Communicate effectively with a variety of personnel and establish/maintain effective, harmonious and respectful working relationships.
- Explain and apply policies and procedures.
- Interpret and apply rules, regulations, legislation and policies within the scope of his/her employment.
- Understand and follow verbal and written directions.
- Understand the proper use and care of a variety of tools, materials, and equipment common to the repair and maintenance of water distribution system;
- Plan, assign and inspect the work of subordinates.
- Allocate equipment, materials, and personnel in a cost-effective manner.
- Read and interpret blueprints and construction plans.
- Prepare cost estimates for time, materials and equipment.
- Deal with contractors, vendors, and suppliers in a manner reflective of the highest integrity and the best interests of the City of Azusa.
Special Requirements/Physical, Mental, Environmental Conditions
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
These are position functions which may be changed, deleted, or reassigned to accommodate an individual with a disability.
Environmental Conditions
- Work is performed primarily in City’s Water Distribution facility and distribution sites.
- Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends from time-to-time.
Physical Conditions
- Stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
- Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.
- Lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight.
- Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.
- Verbally communicate to exchange information.
Some requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
Recruitment Process: All applicants are required to submit a complete City application at www.azusaca.gov/jobs. Applications must be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education, and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application. Applications that are submitted without a resume, or have unanswered supplemental questions, may be deemed incomplete.
Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer): Online applications will be reviewed for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to perform the essential functions of this job. Only those candidates whose applications indicate that they are most qualified will be invited to continue in the recruitment process.
Examination Process (Oral Interview): Selected candidates who meet the qualifications will be invited to an oral interview. Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a qualification appraisal panel of subject knowledge experts. Each candidate’s rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidates’ qualifications for the job. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligibility list.
As vacancies occur throughout the City of Azusa within this classification, candidates may be referred to the hiring department. In accordance with the City of Azusa Civil Service Rule 5.5.1, examinations may consist of one or more selection techniques, including but not limited to: Application Evaluation (Qualifying), Written Exam, Practical/Performance Exam, and/or Panel Oral Interview.
The City of Azusa is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. The City of Azusa does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (including gender and pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, age, or sexual orientation (including homosexuality, bisexuality, transgender or heterosexuality) status in employment or the provision of services. Please be advised that as an employee of the City of Azusa, your job could be modified as part of the City’s obligation to reasonably accommodate a disabled employee.
The City is dedicated to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and/or participate in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at (626) 812-5183 prior to the filing deadline. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.
THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO APPLY FOR A CAREER OPPORTUNITY WITH THE CITY OF AZUSA!
Employer
City of Azusa
Address
Azusa City Hall – West Wing
E. Foothill Blvd.
Azusa, California, 91702
Phone
626-812-5183
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