Assistant Manager, Trades Shop; Steam Plant

Assistant Manager, Trades Shop (Steam Plant)

Department: Energy Systems

Worker Type: Regular

Pay Type: Hourly

Hourly Rate: $28.5

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

Benefit Eligible: Yes

Post-Offer Physical Requirement: No

The Assistant Manager supervises the maintenance and repair of Miami’s utility systems, including steam, heating hot water, chilled water, and electricity. The role manages a team of maintenance personnel, coordinates with contractors, creates schedules, and ensures compliance with regulations and best practices. It requires responsiveness to issues outside of regular business hours.

• Oversee daily operations of the maintenance staff, assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
• Conduct regular team meetings to discuss maintenance schedules, safety protocols, and operational issues.
• Assist with developing and implementing training to ensure high performance.
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure all maintenance activities are performed safely.

• Plan, schedule, and execute maintenance and repair activities for utility systems. Coordinate with contractors as needed.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues within the utility systems and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with other departments to resolve service interruptions promptly.
• Procure materials necessary to execute maintenance activities.
• May assist in maintenance repair work as necessary.

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment maintenance logs, and inspection reports.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on maintenance activities, system performance, and compliance status.
• Utilize maintenance management software to track work orders, schedules, and maintenance history.

• Requires 18 months training beyond high school in a skilled trade and four years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Driver’s license required.

• Five years of experience in utility systems maintenance is preferred; alternative education and experience will be considered.
• Class III stationary engineers license is preferred.

• Knowledge of utility system maintenance procedures and best practices.
• Team leadership and supervisory skills.
• Proficiency in maintenance management software.
• Proficiency in procurement processes.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities with a high mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and mechanical diagrams.
• Understanding of steam boiler and chilled water production principles.
• Understanding of utility distribution systems.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

• Physical effort that requires considerable walking, standing, and occasional lifting of materials weighing 25 to 50 pounds.
• Periodic assignments involve handling modestly unpleasant physical situations.

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