Utilities Supervisor

The City of Fernandina Beach has a full-time opening for the following:

Utilities Supervisor Job Class Code: 1561 Pay Grade: 215 starting salary $68,106.15 FLSA Status: Exempt/Salaried Department(s): Utilities Posting Date: November 13, 2026

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this classification is to perform highly responsible administrative and technical work in directing the safe, efficient, and continuous operations of the department, and to ensure the construction, collection, conveyance, and treatment facilities meet or exceed Federal, State, and Local requirements. Communicate effectively to members of the department and the Superintendent of activities performed, treatment adjustments or situations encountered during shift operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are normal for this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, environmental conditions, or qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

1. Manages all aspects of department operation, staff and scheduling.
2. Manages equipment usage, maintenance and inventory.
3. Receives and responds to customer inquiries and complaints. Recommends and implements necessary corrections.
4. Serves as primary inspector for the department for permit compliance and improvement projects.
5. Oversees department training and safety programs as well as risk management compliance.
6. Coordinates with other departments and outside contractors on joint projects and problem solving.
7. Attends meetings and provides technical assistance as required.
8. Assists Utility Director and Engineer in plan preparation, budget preparation.
9. Administers department budget and ensures compliance with City purchasing policies.
10. Responsible for departmental project planning, budgeting and construction
11. Responsible for documentation, and reporting of stormwater system maintenance and improvement.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or equivalency diploma. Five (5) years of experience with maintenance work on wastewater/water/stormwater systems required with two (2) years in a managerial role. A comparable amount of training, education or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Certifications and Licenses:

Stormwater Operator level 1 & 2 required. Valid CDL class “B” driver’s license with tanker endorsement required. Stormwater erosion and sedimentation control inspector certification required. Trainer Certifications for all applicable department equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of environmental laws and regulations that pertain to municipal stormwater system design, construction and operation; knowledge of applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations related to engineering, environment, infrastructure and procurement; knowledge and expertise with various local, state and federal funding mechanisms for infrastructure. Knowledge of OSHA Safety and Health rules. Interpersonal skills, good physical condition, and ability and willingness to perform manual tasks required. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and utilize GIS system. Ability to utilize telemetry systems (Data Flow). Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to pay attention to detail.

Performance Aptitudes:

Compile, assemble, copy, record, and/or transcribe data and/or information according to a prescribed schema or plan. Provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations. Ability to safely operate and control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials requiring complex and rapid adjustments. Ability to utilize a wide variety of reference data and information. Ability to work in a team environment and communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. May include counting, recording of counts, and basic measuring. Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form. Ability to exercise independent judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties.

Essential Physical Skills:

Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, and involving stopping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials. Must be able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds.

Work Environment:

Tasks may risk exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as various weather conditions, dust, odors, wetness, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, bright/dim light, and/or toxic/poisonous agents.

The City of Fernandina Beach, Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Submission of an application does not guarantee the applicant an interview. Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check and may be required to undergo drug screening. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Fernandina Beach, Florida will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. This position may be required to work in a safety sensitive capacity at any time based on emergency declaration or other operational need.

Interested applicants must submit resume and employment application (located at www.fbfl.org) by email at jobs@fbfl.city or mail to: City of Fernandina Beach Attention: Human Resources Director 204 Ash Street Fernandina Beach, FL 32034.