Water Treatment Plant Operations Manager

GENERAL

PURPOSE:

Performs a variety of supervisory, administrative, skilled, technical, and maintenance work in the planning, construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of City water treatment systems and facilities.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under the general supervision of the Director of Public Services.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Exercises close supervision over assigned maintenance workers and operators.

• Plans, schedules, and implements maintenance and operation activities designed to provide water treatment services for the city; oversees construction and maintenance work to determine acceptability and conformance to standards.
• Trains, supervises, and disciplines employees performing the duties of operation, maintenance, construction and repair of water treatment systems and facilities.
• Supervises the control and use of, and assumes responsibility for all materials, supplies, and equipment used in the maintenance, construction, and repair of water systems and other department facilities.
• Inspects, performs and supervises the repair of water system components at frequent intervals to ensure that all aspects of the systems are functioning properly.
• Requisition s needed supplies for the department and maintains a variety of records relating to personnel, equipment, supplies, and operational reports.
• Advises supervisor, City Manager, and other city officials in matters relating to department activities; provides information to various civic, school, and public groups and individuals regarding water treatment services.
• Ensures that all regulatory requirements are met, documented, and submitted to the appropriate regulatory agencies.
• Oversees the operation of the water laboratory including employee training.
• Ensures the proper maintenance of equipment and tools by supervising and participating in cleaning and checking equipment and tools after use.
• Oversees the safety of assigned maintenance workers and equipment operators by instructing individuals in proper safety procedures and monitoring work in progress.
• Assists in motivating and evaluating personnel by acting as a liaison between crew members and other City supervisors.
• Inspects and assists in the control and use of supplies and equipment used in the operation, maintenance, construction and repair of department facilities to ensure that all equipment is in proper working order.
• Analyzes annual operating costs and makes recommendations for department budget. Monitors current year budget expenditures.
• Provides recommendations regarding capital and equipment
• Purchases and requisitions all supplies and materials needed for effective department operation.

• Operates a variety of power construction and maintenance equipment used in the water department.
• Serves on various committees as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Necessary knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in public water supply and distribution systems.
• Thorough knowledge of regulations and requirements of all regulatory agencies including EGLE and EPA.
• Skill in operation of tools and equipment.
• Ability to guide, direct and motivate employees.
• Ability to organize and supervise the activities of various crews performing construction and maintenance work.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, and the public.