Salary : $100,776.00 - $128,952.00 Annually
Location : Public Works 1100 39th AVE SE, Puyallup, WA
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: PW-26-WTR-006
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date: 06/16/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Definition
The City of Puyallup is accepting applications for its Public Works Supervisor II position overseeing the Water Division. Applicants are encouraged to apply by June 26th for priority consideration.

This is supervisory work in the operations and maintenance of the Water division of the Public Works Department. The successful candidate will be the first line supervisor responsible for the scheduling, assignment, directing, coordination and evaluating the activities of operations and maintenance personnel in the Water division. Although employees are each responsible for a separate section (Water, Collections, Street, Fleet and Treatment Plant) of the department, they can be cross-trained to substitute for one another when needed. Employees in this classification supervise multiple, diverse divisions or long-term special projects. Work is performed with considerable independence under the administrative direction of the Public Works Director. Errors in the work can cause serious injury to the public or subordinates if safety precautions are not followed. Work requires contact with personnel in other divisions or sections of the department or other departments and the public. Work is performed in the office and in the field under a variety of weather conditions.

Essential Functions

• Position designated to serve as the Waterworks Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and is responsible for ensuring compliance with Chapter 246-292 WAC and all applicable state drinking water regulations;
• Direct and oversee operation, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of the municipal water distribution system;
• Ensure compliance with Washington State Department of Health drinking water requirements;
• Assists in planning new maintenance programs with the Public Works Director and/or City Engineer;
• Plans preventative maintenance programs, sets daily priorities;
• Schedules, assigns, coordinates and inspects the activities of operations or maintenance personnel;
• Trains employees, evaluates the performance of personnel and recommends corrective action;
• Participates in the personnel processes and enforces provisions of labor contracts;
• Assigns personnel and equipment to projects, transfers personnel and equipment between projects to meet operational priorities;
• Inspects work on projects to ensure conformance to standards;
• Prepares records and reports on work progress;
• Performs laboratory tests in the Wastewater Treatment Plants to determine plant efficiency;
• Contacts individual citizens having problems associated with the area of responsibility, attempts to resolve problems and maintain good public relations;
• Requisitions materials, supplies and the use of equipment;
• Ensures the proper and safe operation of equipment.

Qualifications
Knowledge of:

• Materials, methods, procedures and techniques commonly used in the operation of equipment or maintenance and repair tasks related to the section assigned;
• Hazards and required safety precautions of the work;
• Modern supervisory principles and practices;
• Washington State drinking water regulations and waterworks operator certification requirements;
• Water distribution system operations, maintenance, water quality, and regulatory compliance.

Ability to:

• Assign, schedule, direct, coordinate and evaluate the work of various skill level workers performing various operational and maintenance activities and to obtain results according to standards and schedules;
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications;
• Understand and execute written and oral instructions;
• Maintain accurate records and prepare operational or maintenance reports;
• Gauge project progress and make adjustments to meet deadlines;
• Maintain required operator certifications and ensure certified staffing coverage;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, manager, other City personnel, and the public;
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions;
• Safely drive vehicles in the performance of job duties;
• Maintain regular, reliable and punctual attendance.

Education and Experience:

Three years of progressively responsible experience of a supervisory nature in either Street, Water, Building and Grounds, or Wastewater systems operations and maintenance; course work or training in modern supervisory principles and practices or Public Works supervision may be substituted for up to one year of the experience requirement. Or, a combination of education, experience, and training that indicates the ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position listed above.

Special Qualifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Washington State driver's license.

Possession of a valid certificate as required by the particular position, state law and department regulations, which for this position includes:

1. Possession of a Washington State Water Distribution Manager 3 (WDM 3) at time of Application.
2. Must possess within 12 months of hire and maintain throughout employment:

• Waterworks Water Distribution Manager 4 (WDM 4)
• Washington State Water Treatment Plant Operator 1

3. Must have within six months of hire and maintain throughout employment Cross-connection Control Specialist (CCS).
Physical Characteristics and Work Environment
Constant Demands: Talking, hearing, and seeing.

Frequent Demands: Sitting, standing, and fine finger manipulation.

Occasional Demands: Walking, driving lifting an average amount of 40 pounds., maximum of 40 pounds., carrying, climbing, pushing/pulling, climbing stairs and ladders, bending and twisting at the waist, crouching/kneeling/squatting, reaching below knees, knees to shoulder, above shoulder, repetitive hand and arm motion.

Environmental Factors: Low noise level, 40 percent of time spent outdoors. This position is at potential risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

SELECTION PROCESS
Only applications that include the response to the Supplemental Questionnaire will be accepted. Those applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the City's current needs will be contacted for testing and/or oral interviews. The appointing authority may conduct second interviews.
Notification - Following submission of application, an email acknowledgment receipt of application is given. Persons selected for an interview and/or testing will be notified by email, normally within 15 working days following the closing date on the job announcement.
Not Selected - No formal notification is usually sent by the City to applicants not selected for an interview or test. Should the same or another position open for which the applicant wishes to apply, he/she must apply online for each new opening.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Essential Functions - The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge, skills and abilities typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to balance the workload.
Hours of Work - Normal work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with one (1) hour lunch.

FLSA Status - This is a FLSA Exempt position.
Union Affiliation - This position is a non-represented position.

We take care of our employees through a robust and well-rounded benefit program.

The City of Puyallup cares about your and your family's well-being. We strive to provide one of the best benefits plans in the area and offer coverage to you and your family at minimal cost. The city supports your work-life balance by offering impressive benefit and leave options.

The highlights include the following:

• Flexible work schedule and telework options.
• Professional learning opportunities including supervisory and leadership development.
• Excellent health insurance offered: Medical, dental, vision, orthodontia, and prescription plans. Our employees are provided with a wellness program, and if successful in completing the wellness program our employees can achieve a zero premium share plan.
• Participation in Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Optional deferred compensation plans are also available.
• Paid Leave: Generous paid vacation, sick and holiday leave available for immediate use.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Onsite workout facilities and fitness membership at the Puyallup Recreation Center.

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