BASIC PURPOSE:

Supervises leak detection surveys, flow tests, meter tests and regulator tests. Supervises pipeline and valve connection surveys. Serves as certified primary operator for Deer Island water system and provides assistance with the Cross Connection Control (CCC) Program for the Metropolitan Operations section.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the supervision of the Senior Program Manager, Water Pipeline Program.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Exercises close supervision over leak detection staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises all phases of leak-detection, meter testing of the distribution system including operation of sonic leak-detection apparatus, leak correlators preparation of progress reports, leakage site reports, and other relevant survey documents.
• Supervises and performs other related activities including pitot-type flow tests for meter accuracy, fire flow tests, pressure tests, inspection of emergency connections and bypasses, preparation and updating of record plans of new connections and waterline changes, and surveys of pipeline and valve connections for updating records drawings.
• Coordinates with Metering group in all aspects of water meter testing. This may include performing meter testing, data interpretation, and equipment installation.
• Coordinates the collection of field data from in-house valve replacements and leak sites including sketches with distance ties to newly installed equipment and leaks. Performs field survey work to collect data, confirm data, or to locate various infrastructure features, both above and below grade.
• Completes draft updates to existing MWRA Distribution system detail records and coordinates with engineering personnel on permanent updates. Coordinates updating of detail records with Water Engineering, and/or thru the use of AutoCAD.
• Provides assistance with the Cross Connection Control (CCC) Program for the Metropolitan Operations section. May perform sanitary surveys to confirm the presence or need for backflow devices.
• Provides assistance in the 8(m) permit review process. May be required to perform inspection of contractors performing work in accordance with 8M permits, Dig Safe notices or for ongoing MWRA contracts.
• May be required to perform MWRA water main mark outs for 8M permits or for Dig Safe.
• Assists customer communities with leak detection services, if requested.
• Coordinates the inspection group's schedule with and coordinates with other groups to ensure work completion.
• Provides and/or coordinates necessary training for inspection group staff.
• Operates the Deer Island water system and serves as a certified primary operator.

SECONDARY DUTIES:

• Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering or technical field; and
• Practical knowledge of water leakage surveys, reading and interpreting plans and drawings, and pitot-type flow testing as acquired by at least five (5) years of experience in the water industry of which at least two (2) years is in a supervisory capacity; or
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent administrative, interpersonal, management and written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of roadway safety practices, including night operations.
• Familiarity with federal, state and regional environmental regulations related to the planning, design and construction of cross connection control programs preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer software packages such as MS Office, GIS, ArcView, AutoCad, Telog and Maximo.
• Ability to read and understand water system schematics, record plans and detail records.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing GIS systems.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Massachusetts Grade 2D Operator of Drinking Water Supply Facility License (OIT) required, with ability to obtain Grade 3D license within 18 months.

Certification by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) as a Cross Connection Surveyor within 12 months required. Must maintain active certification.

Massachusetts Class D Driver's license.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Office machines as normally associated with the use of telephone, personal computer including word processing and other software, copy and fax machine.

Leak detection, meter testing equipment and associated field equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.