Supervisor of Water Distribution Maintenance

About This Role

This role supervises and coordinates operations within the Supply Division of the Water Works Department, overseeing maintenance activities and staff for water sites. The employee also contributes as a senior staff member, providing assistance to department management and making decisions related to operational needs and OEPA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate operations within the Supply Division of the Water Works Department
• Oversee activities within Maintenance and Operations, maintenance supervisor and staff, and other staff involved in maintenance and development of water sites
• Participate as senior staff member for the department
• Provide responsible assistance to department management staff
• Make decisions on maintenance work related to operational needs and OEPA regulations
• Develop work plans consistent with OEPA recommendations for water treatment plant and pumping equipment maintenance
• Implement and maintain positive employee relations
• Supervise, prioritize, direct, and coordinate the work of lower-level staff
• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff
• Prepare assigned reports and keep accurate records

Requirements

• High school diploma (or GED equivalency)
• 5 years experience in an industrial plant environment
• 2 years experience in a supervisory role
• Experience with repair and maintenance of large industrial equipment (pipes, pumps, boilers, transformers, motors, chillers, valves)
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to obtain a Class I Water Supply Operator Certification during probationary period
• Knowledge of principles and practices of customer service and waterworks activities
• Knowledge of methods and techniques in water operations including construction, repair, and maintenance of water equipment
• General understanding of electrical, instrumentation and control, machining, heating and air conditioning, welding, painting, carpentry, and plumbing
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to water distribution
• Knowledge of relevant department safety regulations
• Knowledge of effective techniques for employee supervision and motivation
• Basic computer operations: word processing, spreadsheet and database programs, process control, workorder management software, Autocad, and GIS

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or GED equivalency)
• Five (5) years experience working in an industrial plant environment, with at least two years experience in a supervisory role. Experience must include work involving repair and maintenance of large industrial equipment including pipes, pumps, boilers, transformers, motors, chillers, and valves.

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits

Certifications