Salary: $57,458.00 - $73,259.00 Annually

This position plans, supervises and participates in the inspection, maintenance and repair of the City’s Canal and Lake Murray booster pump stations, Tank Site, PRV sites and related equipment and facilities; and performs other technical, administrative and supervisory work as required. The incumbent works within broad policy and organizational guidelines and does independent planning and implementation, reporting progress of major activities through periodic conferences and meetings.

The work is considered heavy in nature and involves walking, standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching, and constantly lifting, pushing or raising objects, exerting between 35 to 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis and 100 pounds of force on a frequent basis. The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, fingering, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

Work environment may involve exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, toxic/caustic chemicals, disease / pathogens, confined spaces; and is dynamic that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

Essential Job Functions

Plans, supervises and participates in all preventive and corrective maintenance and repair work at the City’s Canal and Lake Murray booster pump stations, tank sites, PRV sites and in the installation and testing of new and rebuilt equipment;

Supervises subordinate crew members; supervisory duties include scheduling, instructing, planning and assigning work, reviewing work, maintaining standards, coordinating activities, allocating personnel, assisting with the selection of new employees, acting on employee problems, and recommending and implementing employee discipline

Provides for adequate maintenance crew training;
Develops and implements preventive and corrective maintenance programs; maintains related records;
Supervises and/or participates in the inspection, troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment;
Coordinates equipment shut-downs with supervisors;
Ensures the timely resolution of equipment problems to minimize interruptions of service;
Supervises general building and grounds maintenance work at the City’s booster pump stations, Tank Site, PRV sites;
Inspects all work in progress and at completion for compliance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and standards of quality and safety;
Participates in the planning and management of capital improvements and major construction projects;
Assists in preparing equipment specifications and making recommendations for technical equipment necessary for booster pump station operations;
Specifies and orders materials and supplies needed for daily work; maintains stock room and prepares accurate inventory records;
Ensures the proper maintenance of assigned vehicles and equipment;
Supervises the maintenance of accurate and complete work records;
Assists with divisional Computerized Maintenance Management System and Asset Management System;
Coordinates maintenance work with that of other divisions and departments as appropriate;
Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints and requests for assistance from City personnel, customers and the general public regarding areas of responsibility;
Performs general clerical work as required, including but not limited to completing forms and reports, attending and conducting meetings, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc.;
Attends meetings, training, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills;
Works on call 24 hours per day for emergency response; and
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

Four (4) years or more of relevant prior experience preferred;
Must possess an ‘A’ level Water Distribution certification and a ‘D’ level Water treatment certification OR be capable of obtaining both certifications within two (2) years of hire or promotion;
Valid South Carolina Class “D” Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of basic algebra involving variables and formulas and/or basic geometry involving plane and solid figures, circumferences, areas and volumes, and/or computing discounts and interest rates;
Knowledge of personal computer equipment with skill in the use of Microsoft Office, utilizing Outlook, word processing, and spreadsheet software programs preferred;
Ability to perform all duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, contracts, permits, and standards of quality and safety;
Ability to supervise or lead others by determining work procedures, assigning duties, maintaining harmonious relations and promoting efficiency;
Ability to lead, operate or repair complex machinery or equipment that requires extended training and experience, such as wastewater plant equipment, or the application of complex software or systems; may involve installation and testing;
Ability to perform coordinating work involving guidelines and rules, with constant problem-solving;
Ability to read technical instructions, regulations, procedures, manuals and charts to solve practical problems; composing routine reports and specialized reports, forms and business letters with proper format; speaking compound sentences using normal grammar and word form;
Ability to perform specialized technical or entry-level professional work requiring general understanding of operating policies and procedures and their application to problems not previously encountered; application of specialized technical or professional principles and practices or the use of a wide range of administrative methods in the solution of problems; requires normal attention with periods of concentration for accurate results and occasional exposure to unusual pressure; and
Ability to take action of others, requiring almost constant decisions affecting co-workers, customers or others in the general public; works in a moderately fluid environment with guidelines and rules, but frequent variations from the routine.

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