Water Utility Superintendent - The Village of Marshall

This position provides for the operation of the water and wastewater facilities of the Village of Marshall and knowledge of the operation and maintenance for public works equipment, public buildings and grounds. This position has responsibilities to operate, plan and control the Utilities and assist in public works operations.

•         Operate the water system in an efficient and cost-effective manner.

•         Reads, installs, repairs, and troubleshoots as needed for all meters and related systems, maintains and manages the meter software; supplies the Village Utility Clerk with data required for billing.

•         Maintain the well houses and water distribution system by performing preventative maintenance cleaning and repairs.  Maintain appropriate records.

•         Collect water samples as needed and perform all other sampling and testing as required by local, state and federal regulations.

•         Exercise water distribution valves on a regular basis and flush fire hydrants twice per year.  Paint, repair and maintain hydrants as needed.  Maintain all appropriate records.

•         Implement and maintain a water meter replacement program per local, state and federal regulations.  Maintain all appropriate records.

•         In the absence of the Operator-in-Charge, operate the wastewater treatment plant processes and equipment in an

efficient and cost-effective manner utilizing laboratory testing data and other indicators to meet discharge permit requirements. Maintain all appropriate records.

•         Maintain the lift stations and sewerage collection system and treatment plant structures and equipment by performing preventative maintenance, cleaning, repair and replacement as required.  Maintain all appropriate records.

•         Keep the treatment facility buildings and grounds in excellent condition and ensure a safe and secure work environment.

•         Collect wastewater samples as needed.

•         Give input to Director of Public Works concerning budgetary items on a regular basis.

•         Confer with Director of Public Works concerning work assignments to ensure that the department is operating in an efficient and cost-effective manner.

•         Help to establish and maintain a positive image with the general public. Respond to questions, concerns, comments and other issues related to the department.  Public relations are always to be positive rather than negative.

•         Participate in the on-call schedule of the department.

•         Have proficient computer skills and have general knowledge in Hach WIMS and Job Cal Software.

•         Maintain the proper amount of accredited continuing education hours related to water-wastewater treatment.

•         Implement and maintain a private well abandonment program. Maintain all the appropriate records.

•         Be physically able to lift up to 100 pounds on occasion and up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

•         Must be able to perform work duties outside during inclement weather and during storm conditions.        

•         Must be able to install mains and laterals, perform emergency bypasses, jet and clean sewer mains and laterals, and perform any other functions necessary to ensure smooth water/wastewater treatment.

•         Plow snow, cut weeds, mow lawns, make concrete repairs, perform asphalt patching, chip brush and assist with all

other tasks as needed in the street dept.

•         Locate and mark village owned utilities when necessary

•         Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

•         Availability to be on rotation for on call duty (compensated)

 
  • High school diploma or equivalency required with the minimum of an Associate’s degree preferred.
  • Possess, or ability to obtain a Wisconsin Water Certification, Groundwater and Distribution
  • Possess a Valid Commercial Drivers License, subclasses B and D.

Any combination of education and experience which in the sole discretion of the Village would demonstrate the Employee’s ability to meet the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position may also be considered.

  • he use of standard office equipment, including computers and relevant software programs.
  • The cultural context of interactions with individuals of diverse backgrounds that includes sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital status, arrest or conviction record, military service, or any other legally protected status.
  • Pertinent federal and state laws, regulatory codes, and municipal ordinances and the ability to interpret and apply them in a variety of situations.
  • The measures and standards by which the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of utility services can be evaluated.
  • Methods, techniques, materials, and equipment used in general maintenance of water utilities.
  • Occupational hazards, safety equipment, and the standard working practices associated with utility, street, and parks functions.

Administration, maintenance, operation and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure and the tools used to perform these activities.

•         Perform functions associated with the Street Dept. and Sewer & Water utilities, including its procedures and operation

•         Read, interpret and apply provisions of law, ordinances, rules and regulations relating to the Wastewater & Water Utilities.

•         Secure information to resolve problems pertaining to Wastewater & Water Utilities.

•         Establish and maintain good working relationships with the Director of Public Works and the Village Board.

•         Deal courteously, tactfully, and effectively with the public.

•         Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

•         Perform difficult and responsible work with independence and discretion.

•         Assist in developing a budget and operating within budgets.

•         Maintain accurate and complete records; prepare reports for other governmental agencies. Determine the working condition of equipment, detect defects in their operation, and take proper and corrective actions(s).

•         Perform strenuous labor under various weather conditions.

·         Identifying problems and opportunities; reviewing possible alternative courses of action before selecting one; utilizing information resources available when making decisions.

·         Communicating ideas and information effectively in both written and oral form.

·         Developing feasible, realistic solutions to problems; recommending actions designed to prevent problems from occurring; referring problems to supervisor when necessary.

·         Establishing systematic methods of accomplishing goals.

·         Effectively reading and understanding information contained in memoranda, reports, ordinances, codes, regulations, technical manuals, bulletins.

·         Learning, adopting, and applying new technology, computer systems and software programs.

·         Effectively following verbal or written instructions from supervisor.

·         Calculating basic arithmetic problems (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) without aid of a calculator.

·         Setting priorities to meet assignment deadlines.

·         Must possess or have the ability to possess and maintain a Class B CDL Wisconsin Driver’s license.

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 functions. 

  • The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate tools, equipment, and controls.
  • The employee is frequently required to stand, talk, walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, bend, and smell.
  • The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally life and/or move up to 100 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • The employee regularly works outside in all weather conditions.
  • The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and slippery surfaces and humid conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and elements, noise, and vibrations.
  • The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in precarious places, and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration.

The use of Personal Protective Equipment is required. 

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

 

*External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

 

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

 

The Village is a Pay Equity/Equal Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act Employer.

This position was posted on: Thursday, October 02 2025 | It will be removed on: Tuesday, December 02 2025

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