Under general supervision, performs supervisory and administrative work overseeing the technical installation, maintenance, repair and rehabilitation of the City’s Wastewater Lift Stations and Collections system. Work involves planning, organizing, supervising and reviewing the work of skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled workers performing assigned tasks. Must be able to plan and coordinate a number of simultaneous activities performed by subordinate staff. Responsible for establishing and monitoring schedules, purchasing equipment, supplies and material, and preparing activity reports. In cases where in-house construction projects are required, incumbent may be responsible for establishing construction schedules, procurement of all parts, equipment and/or material required to complete project to entirety, following all City of Palm Bay specifications and standards. Reports to the Wastewater Collection Superintendent.
Salary: $60,478.00 - $99,788.00
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Supervises, assigns and directs activities of the assigned section within the Wastewater Collection Division of the Utilities Department, which may include Lift Station, Collection System Maintenance and Repairs, or Collection System Assessment.
- Reviews trade journals and other appropriate literature to enhance and maintain knowledge of trends and developments in the field of wastewater collection.
- Prepares rough drawings, specifications and calculations for the rehabilitation and replacement of the wastewater collection systems.
- Develops, establishes and ensures adherence to policies, procedures and standards.
- Effectively leads staff by communicating Departmental goals, divesting control and encouraging employee innovation through the implementation of reciprocated practices.
- Administers and or makes recommendations for routine personnel matters affecting direct subordinates, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, assigning, scheduling, granting leave, performance evaluations and discipline, etc., and submitting such records and reports as required by Department and City policies.
- Establishes and monitors adherence to maintenance schedules for Department equipment; oversees performance of maintenance and repair work as scheduled or otherwise necessary.
- Researches equipment and supply prices, and prepares purchase specifications; purchase supplies and equipment as necessary to maintain adequate inventory for daily maintenance operations.
- Prepares and maintains various activity records and reports; submits reports to management as requested or as otherwise deemed appropriate; projects personnel and cost estimates to assist in Department budget proposal preparation.
- Determines equipment, labor and material requirements to perform construction projects.
- Utilizes computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), GIS, SCADA, CCTV inspection software, and other related programs to manage workflows and data collection.
- Responds to questions and complaints from the public related to division activities and explains City of Palm Bay
- Utility policies, as necessary.
- Consults with staff to resolve technical, operational or personnel problems; troubleshoots complex technical problems, develops alternative solutions and makes recommendations for action.
- May be assigned to shift work. May be required to work weekends and holidays. May be required to respond to after hour calls.
When assigned to Lift Station operations:
- Oversees daily operations, maintenance, and repair of wastewater lift stations, pumps, control systems, and associated equipment.
- Prepares rough drawings, specifications, and calculations for the rehabilitation and replacement of lift stations.
- Reviews technical literature and attends training to stay current with trends and best practices in lift station operations and maintenance.
When assigned to Collection System Maintenance and Repairs:
- Directs field crews in the maintenance and repair of gravity sewer mains, force mains, and manholes. Oversees activities such as pipe repairs, point repairs, emergency response to sewer overflows, and coordination with contractors.
- Ensures compliance with environmental and safety regulations during repair operations.
- Reviews technical literature and attends training to stay current with trends and best practices in collection system operations and maintenance.
When assigned to Collection System Assessment:
- Oversees field inspections of the wastewater collection system including CCTV inspections, smoke and dye testing, manhole inspections, and condition assessments.
- Analyzes inspection data to support asset management, rehabilitation planning, and prioritization of capital improvements.
- Coordinates with engineering and GIS staff to maintain accurate infrastructure records and maps.
- Reviews technical literature and attends training to stay current with trends and best practices in collection system operations and maintenance.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs other work as required.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.
EMERGENCY DECLARATION STATUS
Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and/or declared emergency. On an incident by incident basis, the employee’s Department Head will make the determination as to who will be required to work.
MINIMUM TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school plus a minimum of five (5) years of experience in wastewater collection operations. An associate degree in engineering, industrial maintenance technology, or a related field is preferred. Two (2) years of supervisory experience working in a foreman, or higher, capacity for a wastewater collection system required. Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License and have and maintain an acceptable driving record.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess a valid Florida Water and Pollution Control Operators Association (FWPCOA) Wastewater Collection System Operator Technician Level I Certification. Completion of all of the following California State University Sacramento (CSUS) courses will also be accepted:
Operation and Maintenance of Wastewater Collection Systems, Volume 1, 90-hour course
Operation and Maintenance of Wastewater Collection Systems, Volume 2, 64-hour course
Collection Systems: Methods for Evaluating and Improving Performance, 30-hour course
A valid Florida Class A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.
Licenses/Certifications must be kept current while in this classification.
NOTE: Out of State candidates applying for reciprocity of the required license may be considered for this position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment and machinery including generators, pumps, cutting torches, hand and power tools, electrical diagnostic equipment, etc. Must be physically able to operate ¾-ton pickup trucks. Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires the ability to maintain body equilibrium when bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, reaching and/or stretching arms, legs or other parts of body, and to physically maneuver over and/or upon varying terrain, surfaces or physical structures. Physical demand requirements are for heavy work.
Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural, or composite characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) or data, people or things.
Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving instructions, assignments and/or directions to subordinates or assistants.
Language Ability: Requires the ability to read a variety of work orders, correspondence, service records, invoices, purchase orders, charts, diagrams, etc. Requires the ability to prepare work orders, maintenance reports, purchase specifications, purchase orders, personnel records, schedules, forms, etc., using prescribed format. Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control and confidence.
Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagrammatic form; deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of technical or professional languages, including mechanical and electrical terminology.
Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; to add and subtract; multiply and divide; utilize decimals and percentages; understand and apply the theories of algebra and geometry.
Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper lengthy, width and shape.
Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using mechanical equipment and machinery to operate motor vehicles.
Manual Dexterity: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, equipment and machinery, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
Color Discrimination: Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of colors.
Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with persons acting under stress.
Physical Communication: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear, (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear).
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Knowledge of Job: Thorough knowledge of methods of installation, repairing and maintaining wastewater lift stations and related appurtenances. Knowledge of construction and field inspection methods and practices. Has general knowledge of the various grades, quality standards, and sources of supply and price trends for a variety of utilities maintenance equipment, supplies and materials. Has general knowledge of the principles of supervision; organization and administration. Has general knowledge of the current literature, trends and developments in the field of wastewater lift station maintenance administration. Is skilled in the use and care of various hand and power tools, and understands the safety hazards and applicable precautions involved with such work. Is able to perform minor equipment repairs. Is able to develop, implement and ensure adherence to preventive maintenance schedules. Is able to inspect wastewater lift stations installations and maintenance work for adherence to plans, specifications and work orders. Is able to analyze and interpret policy and procedural guidelines and to resolve problems and questions. Is able to perform mathematical computations with speed and accuracy. Is able to prepare product specifications and exercise independent judgment in selecting from items available and cost quotations when preparing purchases. Is able to prepare activity and technical reports. Is able to assign, direct and supervise a staff of unskilled to skilled workers. Is able to exercise tact and courtesy in contact with utilities customers and the general public. Is able to perform manual labor for extended periods of time, possibly under stressful and arduous conditions. Is able to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
Quality of Work: Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interacts with all departments and divisions, co workers and the general public.
Quantity of Work: Maintains effective and efficient output of all duties and responsibilities as described under "Specific Duties and Responsibilities."
Dependability:Assumes responsibility for doing assigned work and meeting deadlines. Completes assigned work on or before deadlines in accordance with directives, policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Accepts accountability for meeting assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.
Attendance: Attends work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and time off requests.
Initiative and Enthusiasm: Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountability. Strives to anticipate work to be done and initiates proper and acceptable direction for completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.
Judgment: Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies problems or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to problems or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice and researches problems, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.
Cooperation:Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with policy or procedures, etc. Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation between all staff persons and departments within the department.
Relationships with Others:Shares knowledge with supervisors and staff for mutual benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships with department employees, staffers and managers in other departments, representatives from organizations, and the general public so as to maintain good will toward projects and create a good departmental image.
Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints from other departments and persons in order to maintain good will within the department. Interacts effectively with fellow employees, County Manager, professionals and the general public.
Coordination of Work: Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of elements of work and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends meetings, planning sessions and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules. Maintains a calendar for meetings, deadlines and events.
Safety and Housekeeping: Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the organization and various regulatory agencies. Sees that the standards are not violated. Maintains a clean and orderly workplace.
