Public Works Operations and Maintenance Manager

JOB OPENING

CITY OF FARMINGTON

JOB POSITION #174: Public Works Operations and Maintenance Manager

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1 DEPARTMENT: Water-Wastewater

WORK LOCATION: West Annex, 805 Municipal Drive (1st Floor)

PAY CLASS: R, Exempt PAY RANGE: $46.2970 - $71.9810/Hourly

DAYS WORKED: Monday – Friday HOURS WORKED: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

TYPE OF POSITION: Regular, Full-Time

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED: Until Filled

JOB DUTIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Works under the supervision of the Public Works Director.

Using excellent customer service skills, establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the general public.

Operates a motor vehicle to assist in carrying out the business of the department and the city.

Communicates with the department director to ensure information of the division's progress and activities and any significant contacts with the public and media. Communicates with the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager, through the Public Works Director.

Responsible for the efficient delivery of services by the City of Farmington.

Manages the City's Construction Inspection, Water/Wastewater and Streets Operations to ensure infrastructure is in force to meet current and future demand of the city.

Directs the activities of subordinate supervisors and assigned division employees to ensure the most efficient and equitable delivery of services. Manages the division's operations in compliance with the City Personnel Rules, annual pay resolution, and related administrative regulations and policies.

Responsible for all division recruitment, hiring, performance evaluations, commendations, and disciplinary actions under the provisions of the City's personnel ordinance.

Supervises Water and Wastewater Operations & Maintenance The position supervises the operation and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, including pumping, treatment, and storage facilities. The role directs utility crews in daily operations, preventative maintenance programs, and emergency repairs, while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements such as NMED, EPA, the Safe Drinking Water Act, and the Clean Water Act. The position also coordinates with engineers, contractors, and regulatory agencies on system upgrades, expansions, rehabilitation, and related projects.

Supervises Streets and Roads Operations & Maintenance The position oversees the repair and maintenance of asphalt and concrete pavements, chip seal, overlays, snow and ice control operations, traffic control, and roadway safety activities.

Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with roadway and traffic standards, including MUTCD, ADA accessibility, roadway drainage, and stormwater management practices. The position plans, implements, and monitors annual street maintenance programs, coordinates emergency response to weather events, and supervises capital street improvement projects while directing field crews to ensure quality, efficiency, and safety.

Supervises Construction Inspection The position directs and oversees construction inspection activities for water, wastewater, and street infrastructure projects.

Duties include ensuring compliance with project specifications, materials testing standards, safety requirements, and contract provisions. The role supervises the review of construction plans, contractor coordination, and the enforcement of quality assurance measures, while also overseeing the preparation of inspection reports, documentation of field conditions, and contractor accountability.

Provides financial oversight of the Street Operations, Construction Inspection, Water Operations Fund, and Wastewater Operations Fund. Responsible for the collection and analysis of statistical data related to the operation of the water treatment and distribution system; wastewater treatment and collection system.

Responsible for the periodic review of the water and wastewater systems' rate structure to maintain financial stability of those systems.