Collection System Maintenance Supervisor

Under general supervision, plans, organizes, directs, oversees, and personally performs full-range skilled-level work in support of District wastewater collection system installation, inspection, preventative and corrective maintenance, and repair activities.

Experience Level: 5+ years of experience required

DEFINITION
Under general supervision, plans, organizes, directs, oversees, and personally performs full-range skilled-level work in support of District wastewater collection system installation, inspection, preventive and corrective maintenance and repair activities; ensures that all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements are met; and performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Operations and Maintenance Superintendent. Exercises direct supervision over all collection system maintenance staff and general supervision over mechanical and electrical maintenance staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is the full supervisory-level class in the collection system maintenance series that oversees dayto-day operations and participates in all activities required to ensure that District systems and facilities are maintained in a safe and effective working condition. Responsibilities include performing work in all maintenance areas and facility locations, depending upon the immediate needs of the District. The work involves preventive and corrective maintenance program development and implementation, assistance in contract oversight and ensuring that the District meets all regulatory agency requirements. This class is distinguished from Operations and Maintenance Superintendent in that the latter is a department head with full responsibility for the oversight of all facilities maintenance through subordinate levels of supervision.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
 Assists in developing and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the District’s preventive and corrective maintenance program.
 Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews maintenance activities and the work of crews maintaining and repairing such systems, facilities and equipment as wastewater collection systems.
 Trains staff in work procedures; evaluates work performance of assigned staff; and recommends disciplinary action as required.
 Inspects wastewater collection systems facilities on a regular basis, receives and responds to calls regarding problems from businesses, public agencies, homeowners and residents, and others.
 Prepares, prioritizes, and assigns work orders.
 Develops or updates a preventive maintenance program to ensure the efficient operation of wastewater collection system equipment and facilities.
 Prepares a list of construction and repair projects and works closely with the Operations and Maintenance Superintendent in the prioritizing, contracting and inspection of such projects.
 Directs or personally participates in the inspection, cleaning, and repair of the wastewater collection system, including the mechanical and electrical equipment found in pump/lift stations.
 Directs or performs routine servicing and maintenance on mobile equipment.
 Researches and recommends equipment purchases and disposal; and orders materials, tools, and supplies required for maintenance and repair activities.
 May perform inspections of installation and repair work of facilities and equipment performed by outside contractors.
 Assists in planning and implementing the District’s safety program and observes all safety procedures, including attending safety meetings and training sessions.
 Prepares, updates, and submits reports in a timely manner to the Operations and Maintenance Superintendent.
 Oversees and/or maintains accurate records and files related to the maintenance and repair of wastewater collection systems.
 Directs and evaluates Inflow & Infiltration (I&I) investigations and reports.
 May perform the full range of Collection System Maintenance Worker duties, such as wastewater collection system maintenance, including emergency response.
 May be responsible for special projects or programs, such as portable meter program, evaluating and investigating wastewater flows, confined space entry and rescue program, hazardous materials operation, etc.
 Contributes to a positive work environment by participating in solutions to problems as they occur.
 Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:
 Supervisory principles and practices, including work planning, assignment, and review.
 Principles, practices, tools, equipment, and supplies required to maintain and repair wastewater collection systems.
 Basic principles and practices of mobile equipment servicing and repair.
 Techniques for troubleshooting complex equipment problems and for estimating staff time, materials, and equipment required for repair.
 Basic operational and maintenance practices of electrical motors, pumps, and circuitry.
 Safety practices related to the work.
 Principles and practices of public agency contract oversight.
 Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
 Computer applications related to the work.
 Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to public and District staff, in person and over the telephone.

Ability to:
 Plan, prioritize, and participate in a comprehensive wastewater collection systems and facilities maintenance and repair program.
 Select, train, motivate, supervise, and evaluate the work of staff.
 Provide staff training in work procedures.
 Safely use hand and power tools related to the work.
 Drive and operate trucks and equipment related to the work.
 Ensure that safety procedures are followed by staff.
 Troubleshoot maintenance problems and determine materials and supplies required for repair.
 Read as-built drawings, blueprints, maps, manuals, and specifications.
 Assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls for the program.
 Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
 Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
 Meet critical deadlines regarding field activities and record generation and submission requirements.
 Make accurate mathematical calculations.
 Respond effectively to emergency situations and troubleshooting such situations.
 Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
 Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade. Supplemental education in supervisory or business coursework is desirable.
Five (5) years of skilled maintenance experience of facilities and/or equipment in wastewater collection systems, or three (3) years of experience at a level equivalent to that of Collection System Maintenance Worker III. Some lead or supervisory experience is desirable.

Licenses and Certifications:
 Must possess a valid California (or Nevada) Class A driver’s license with a tanker endorsement and have a satisfactory driving record.
 Must possess a California Water Environment Association Collection System Maintenance Grade III certificate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess the mobility to work in a standard shop and plant setting and use power and hand tools and equipment and a computer; mobility to inspect various wastewater collection systems and pumping/lift station sites; physical stamina to perform system and maintenance repair work, work on uneven terrain and lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds; ability to operate a motor vehicle; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and hearing and speech to communicate in person, over the telephone and a two-way radio.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Employees work in the field and may be exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, heavy equipment, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with difficult staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Work in this class requires wearing respiratory protective equipment at times; when assigned to such work, facial hair must be shaven when it interferes with the safe fitting of respiratory protective equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Regular standby for response to off-hours emergency situations may be required.