Repair and Maintenance Supervisor, Drinking Water Distribution (DWD)

The City of Calgary

$115K — $144K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; Level II Alberta Environment & Parks (AEP) certification in Water Distribution with at least 8 years of experience; or
  • 2-year diploma with Level II AEP certification and 3 years of experience; or
  • Level III AEP certification in Water Distribution with at least 4 years of experience.
  • Valid Class 5 Driver's License with specific demerit criteria.
  • Ability to obtain a City of Calgary's operator's permit.
  • Exceptional communication and customer service skills.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

  • Promote and enforce safety adherence in line with the City's Occupational Health and Safety Management System.
  • Ensure compliance with City policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Coordinate crew assignments, equipment, and materials for projects and emergency repairs.
  • Oversee daily repair activities for Calgary's water distribution infrastructure.
  • Plan and execute larger planned work assignments.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and maintain accurate audit records.
  • Direct daily workflows and manage hiring, performance, and coaching of field staff.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and coaching of teams.
  • Contributions to maintaining a vital public service.
  • Working within established City policies and safety regulations.
  • Engaging work environment with diverse project challenges.
  • Role contributes to public health and safety through essential water services.
Full Job Description
As the Supervisor, Drinking Water Distribution Repair & Maintenance, you will oversee the day-to-day activities of multiple construction crews responsible for repairing Calgary's linear water distribution system. You will engage, develop, and coach your team to complete work safely and in alignment with City of Calgary policies, procedures, and best practices. This role is responsible for ensuring construction crews remain accountable for completing work safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. Primary duties include:
  • Promote and enforce adherence to the City's Occupational Health and Safety Management System, including procedures, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, site inspections, performance monitoring, safety risk assessments for jobs and high-risk activities, safe work planning, training and competency development, and reporting expectations.
  • Ensure compliance with City policies, procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, and established best practices.
  • Coordinate crew assignments, equipment, and materials for scheduled projects and emergency repairs.
  • Oversee daily repair activities for water distribution infrastructure across Calgary.
  • Plan, execute, monitor, and close out larger planned work assignments.
  • Ensure operations comply with applicable environmental legislation and maintain accurate records to support audit requirements.
  • Direct daily workflows for field staff, including hiring, performance management, coaching, and addressing employee issues and concerns.
  • Provide subject matter expertise and professional guidance related to linear water system repair.
Qualifications
  • A high school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED or CAEC [Canadian Adult Education Certificate]) and Level II Alberta Environment & Parks (AEP) certification in Water Distribution and at least 8 years of related experience; OR
  • A completed 2-year diploma and Level II AEP certification in Water Distribution and at least 3 years related experience; OR
  • A Level III certification in Water Distribution and at least 4 years related experience.
  • Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered.
  • A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent), with no more than 6 demerits OR a Graduated Driver's License (or provincial equivalent), with no more than 4 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending is required.
  • Ability to obtain a City of Calgary's operator's permit.
  • Exceptional communication skills accompanied by strong customer focus.
  • Well-developed problem-solving abilities and analytical skills.
Pre-employment Requirements
  • Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test . This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months. Position and Pay Information
  • Business Unit: Water Services
  • Union: Exempt
  • Position Type: 1 Permanent
  • Compensation: Level M1 $115,627 - 144,534 per annum
  • Hours of work: Non-standard 40-hour work week.
  • Days of work: This position works a 5-day work week with 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
  • Location: 651 25 Avenue SE
  • Audience: Internal/External
  • Apply By: August 18, 2026
  • Job ID: 314923

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