Padre Dam MWD and the East County Advanced Water Purification is looking for a dynamic individual to lead the Maintenance Activities for the ECAWP. The Ideal Candidate will be organized, have a history of water/wastewater maintenance experience, excellent at Staff Development and knowledgeable about CMMS Systems. This position may supervise 4-6 employees.
Incumbent is responsible for supervising the maintenance, repair, installation and overhaul of plant equipment, including electrical and instrumentation equipment, of the Advanced Water Purification Facilities (AWPF) which includes a 16 MGD Class 5 Water Reclamation Facility (WRF), associated Solids Handling Facility (SHF), Energy Recovery Facilities (ERF), a 12.5 MGD advanced treatment facility, appurtenant wastewater pump stations and conveyance facilities, a product water pump station, and remote dechlorination facility. Responsibilities also include planning and supervising maintenance, ensuring documentation of plant maintenance in CMMS; supervising staff and day-to-day maintenance of the AWPF through delegation to subordinates; overseeing maintenance related contracts, overseeing the facility, equipment, and updates to CMMS, establishing work schedules, assigning and prioritizing work, interpreting and enforcing policies and procedures, assisting in any projects related to the upgrade of the AWPF; implementing emergency response actions, and any other duties as assigned.
- Supervisory theories and principles;
- Machine shop operation and safety;
- Pumps, pipelines, valves, and other equipment used in water/wastewater applications;
- Water and wastewater processes and facilities;
- Basic principles of mathematics;
- Principles and practices of construction;
- Industry maintenance procedures and safety;
- Contract administration;
- Budgeting theories and principles;
- Hoisting equipment operation and safety;
- Necessary permits and regulations to operate AWPF;
- Water quality standards;
- Applicable laws and regulations;
- Record keeping techniques;
- Basic related theories and principles such as chemistry and microbiology;
- Proper sampling techniques;
- Chemical handling and spill prevention, control and response;
- Stormwater pollution prevention;
- Safety procedures and regulations;
- Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Skills/Abilities:
- Coordinate and direct maintenance programs;
- Monitoring and evaluating staff;
- Preparing and controlling the divisional budget;
- Prioritizing and coordinating maintenance activities;
- Managing multiple tasks and responsibilities;
- Administering contracts;
- Operation and maintenance of water recycling, solids handling, advanced treatment equipment, pump stations and conveyance facilities;
- Operating a variety of maintenance tools and equipment;
- Understand, interpret, and apply applicable District and JPA policies, procedures and operational standards related to maintenance and machine shop operations;
- Safely operate various gas, diesel and electric powered vehicles;
- Safe and proper operation of various types of hoist equipment, hand and power tools, gas and electric cutting and welding equipment, precision measuring devices, test meters, and gauges;
- Read, interpret and follow contract drawings, specifications and diagrams;
- Using computers and related software applications;
- Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
Training/Experience Required:
- High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.);
- Five (5) years water/wastewater equipment maintenance experience with increasing progressive responsibility.
Licensing Requirements:
- Possession of a Valid California Driver’s License.
- Plant Maintenance Mechanical Technologist Grade III Certificate within 1 year of employment.
- Water Treatment Operator Grade T-2 certificate from the State Water Resources Control Board within 1 year of employment.
- Water Distribution Operator Grade D-2 certificate from the State Water Resources Control Board within 1 year of employment.
Salary: $45.32 - $64.14 (Hourly Wage)