Water Reclamation Shift Supervisor

Salary: $41.59 - $49.60/Hour

Closing Date: Open until filled.

The City of Soledad is looking to establish an Eligibility List of qualified candidates. Under general direction plans, schedules, assigns and reviews the work of water reclamation operations staff assigned to the operation and maintenance of the water reclamation facilities and systems; coordinates, monitors, and provides technical input for assigned water reclamation treatment, collection system and distribution system related projects and programs;

provides technical assistance to the Water Reclamation Chief Plant Operator and assists in the preparation and administration of the sub-division budget; performs a variety of technical tasks relative to the assigned functional area; and performs related work as required.

Receives general direction from the Water Reclamation Chief Plant Operator. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

This is the full supervisory-level class in Water Reclamation Operation series. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing and evaluating the work of water reclamation operations staff. Incumbents are expected to independently perform the full range of water reclamation operations duties. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative and discretion within established guidelines. This class is distinguished from the Water Reclamation Chief Plant Operator in that the latter is a mid-management classification responsible for organizing, assigning, supervising and reviewing the work of the entire Water Reclamation Sub-Division of the Public Works Department Water Quality Control Division.

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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.

• Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of assigned staff in the water reclamation treatment, collection and distribution operations.
• Trains staff in work and safety procedures and in the operations and use of equipment and supplies; implements procedures and standards.
• Evaluates employee performance, counsels employees, and effectively recommends initial disciplinary action; assists in selection and promotion.
• Monitors operations and activities of the water reclamation operations work unit assigned; recommends improvements and modifications and prepares various reports on operations and activities.
• Determines and recommends equipment, materials, and staffing needs for assigned operations projects and programs; participates in the annual budget preparation; prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justifications, as required; maintains a variety of records and prepares routine reports of work performance.
• Monitors and controls supplies and equipment; orders supplies and tools as necessary; prepares documents for equipment procurement; participates in informal bid processes for repair and construction projects as necessary.
• Performs the most complex water reclamation operations duties and provides technical assistance to crews.
• Troubleshoots operational and maintenance problems; corrects and directs the correction and repair of operational and/or equipment problems.
• Inspects for safety violations; ensures that safety procedures are followed and the safety equipment is maintained; makes periodic safety presentations to plant staff.
• Answers questions and provides information to the public; investigates complaints; recommends corrective actions to resolve issues.
• Maintains logs and records of work performed; prepares periodic reports.
• Responds to emergency situations as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, discipline, and the training of staff in work procedures.
• Principles and practices of water reclamation operations program development and administration.
• Principles, practices, equipment, tools and materials of water treatment and distribution maintenance and process control.
• Electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, system process, instrumentation, and calibration, as they relate to water reclamation treatment, collection and distribution system maintenance and process control.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, regulations, and guidelines relevant to assigned duties.
• Safety principles, practices and procedures of water reclamation treatment facilities, collection and distribution systems, including equipment and hazardous materials.
• The operation and maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, vehicles, and power equipment.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and…