Water Quality & Pumping Manager

Working for the City of Mc Kinney

Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others and to help develop one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family.

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• Respect
• Integrity
• Service
• Excellence (RISE)

Under general direction, this position provides comprehensive administration of water and wastewater operations and maintenance functions for the City. The employee is expected to have thorough knowledge of water distribution, wastewater collections, pump and lift station operations, water quality, cross‑connection and back‑flow control, and to participate in all facets of work under charge. The position is responsible for managing the water and wastewater operations of all associated personnel and the financial responsibilities inherent in the work, equipment, materials, and supplies utilized by the division.

• Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
• Contribute to a positive work culture.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Assess his/her work performance or the performance of the team.
• Develop others and support the overall organization.
• Work as part of a team and perform a fair share of team responsibilities.
• Continuously learn and develop through internal and external training opportunities.

• Manage the daily operations of the Division, including personnel, scheduling, and monitoring regulatory requirements.
• Administer daily water and wastewater operations and ensure adherence to City and regulatory practices.
• Oversee lift stations and pump station operations, including storage tanks and chemical addition.
• Specify and review planning for system improvements and future needs related to water supply and distribution.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports and ensure reporting deadlines are met.
• Respond to customer concerns and inquiries regarding water operations.
• Maintain equipment, materials, and supplies inventory, including ordering and specifications.
• Consult with local, state, and federal agencies on regulations and requirements.
• Monitor and record water quality for reporting purposes.
• Interpret updates, maintain utility plans, and summarize work in progress.
• Respond to emergencies and assist personnel as needed.
• Provide proper instruction and training for equipment use, preventive maintenance, and safety protocols.
• Prepare annual budget requests, including projections for equipment replacement and capital improvement projects.
• Provide timely, accurate performance evaluations for supervised employees.
• Comply with all written City policies and procedures.
• Travel to various sites, including lift stations, pump stations, water storage tanks, training, and meetings.

• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

• Embrace and embody the City’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE).
• Communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and service recipients.
• Produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.
• Plan and organize work, time, and resources.
• Maintain considerable knowledge of pump and lift stations, cross‑connection and back‑flow components, and best practices.
• Understand local, state, and federal laws regarding water and wastewater regulations.
• Utilize GIS database and maps; work with Microsoft Office products, work‑order management programs, and SCADA.
• Review, classify, and prioritize data and information.
• Provide guidance and interpretation of procedures and standards.
• Operate and control equipment, machinery, tools, or materials requiring complex adjustments.
• Use advisory data such as zoning maps, city ordinances, and engineering drawings.
• Apply basic algebraic principles, formulas, and geometric calculations.
• Apply principles of rational systems…