What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Maintenance Supervisor position at CHARLES COUNTY GOVERNMENT?
Summary
Charles County Government is seeking an experienced Equipment Maintenance Supervisor to perform supervisory water and wastewater system maintenance work for the County's Utility division. Supervisor will supervise crews engaged in the maintenance, installation and repair of water and wastewater equipment used in the system. This position will schedule work to be completed by crew. monitor, create, and keep records on PM schedules. Finds, schedules, and creates training for employees to include safety, and technical. Supervisor will produce shop drawings and sketches for equipment. This position will order supplies and job materials for trucks. Updates and maintains records, plans, drawings, files, and supplies. Interacts with County agencies and contractors on inspections and acceptance of water and wastewater systems. Position will implement changes to systems and programs as needed. Manages and controls the maintenance of the Mattawoman Wastewater Treatment Plant (MWWTP) and the north and south regions of the County.
Essential Job Functions
- Installs, maintains, and repairs water distribution and wastewater collection piping, systems, and equipment, also performs maintenance at water treatment plants, and wastewater treatment plants.
- Schedules maintenance and repair of assigned specialty equipment and machinery.
- Trains, coordinates, and evaluates assigned personnel.
- Schedules work with contractors.
- Processes invoices for purchasing.
- Works with engineering with updating technology.
- Ensures adequate maintenance and cleanliness of assigned work areas in accordance with established safety regulations.
- Monitors/operates the County wide Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) alarm system, County radios for the County Department of Public Works/Utilities.
- Keeps records of preventive maintenance and repairs, also uses computerized maintenance tracking system (INFOR).
- Manages timecards and leave request.
- Produces shop drawings and sketches.
- Stocks truck with proper materials and supplies.
- Cleans and lubricates machinery, changes oil, and practices proper preventive maintenance.
- Updates and maintains required records, plans, drawings, files, and supplies.
- Interacts with County agencies and contractors on inspection and acceptance of water and wastewater systems.
- Implements modifications to systems and programs as needed.
- Investigates and helps resolve homeowner's complaints.
- Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED). Five (5) years of progressively responsible mechanical maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training. Basic knowledge of electrical systems.
Licenses or Certifications:
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Special Requirements/Qualifications:
Subject to work beyond the normal scheduled hours of work.
Subject to call back in emergencies.
Serve in on-call duty on a rotational basis.
May work in confined space areas.
Will be required to be work during weather emergencies.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION, AND EMPLOYEES IN THIS POSITION ARE SUBJECT TO RANDOM DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of methods and procedures used in maintaining and repairing water and wastewater machinery and equipment.
- Knowledge of the use and care of hand, power and other tools used in the work.
- Knowledge of electrical applications and safe working procedures.
- Knowledge of effective technique of supervision.
- Ability to work with citizens to resolve complaints.
- Ability to complete the same work as my crew of employees.
- Ability to follow through on matters and use independent judgment and training to take appropriate actions to deal with standard recurring situations.
- Ability to supervise mechanical maintenance on machinery and equipment used in water and wastewater systems.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work.
- Ability to use the tools and equipment of the work efficiently.
- Ability to interpret and apply technical guides.
- Ability to properly rig, hoist, install and remove heavy equipment.
- Ability to pass annual Pulmonary Breathing Function Test (will be required to be clean-shaven).
- Ability to enter confined spaces, with proper training.
- Ability to learn and use Geographic Information System (GIS).
Additional Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is regularly active with periods of heavy exertion. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 100 pounds; climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding; bend, kneel, crouch and crawl; reach, hold, grasp, and turn objects; feel the size, shape, and temperature of items; use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards; speak normally, to use normal or aided vision and hearing, and to detect odors. This is considered an essential job; you will be required to be present during snow or weather emergencies.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Principal duties of this job are performed in a general office, in shop or field settings and outside environment. This is a sewage treatment plant and employee are subject to hazards of that environment; exposed to raw sewage; and exposed to in inclement weather.
Department/Division: Public Works Utilities/Maintenance Support
Pay Grade: 113
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Telework Eligible: No
Reports To: Utilities Maintenance Superintendent
Supervises: Equipment Maintenance Technician I/II, Instrumentation Tech
BENEFITS SUMMARY
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Charles County Government PAYS 70% of cost: Blue Choice Advantage and HMO Open Access plans, including prescription and vision coverage. CareFirst and Delta for dental coverage.
Flexible Spending Account
Provides medical and dependent care options.
Supplemental Income Products
Accident Policy, Critical Illness Policy, and Hospital Indemnity Policy.
Long Term Disability Insurance
No charge to employee. The benefit pays 60% of salary at date of disability, up to $5,000/month. Retiree Health Insurance New hires who elect health insurance coverage with County Government are enrolled in a Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Account (VEBA). This coverage allows employees to pay health insurance premiums and other medical expenses following retirement or separation from employment.
Life Insurance
No charge to employees (valued at 1.5x the annual salary, not to exceed $250,000). Supplemental insurance and dependent life insurance are available for an additional cost. Term and whole life policies available.
Pension Plan (Defined Benefit Retirement Plan) 401(a) Plan — Must work minimum 37.5 hrs/week. Participation is mandatory.
Deferred Compensation Plan
457(b) Governmental Plan — Available to all employees, regardless of hours worked.
Employee Leave
- Charles County Government full-time employees earn annual, sick, and paid time off (PTO).
- The County currently recognizes 20 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
- Away from work programs like paid parental leave and FMLA are available to employees.
Transfer of Sick Leave
New hires may be eligible to receive credit for up to 400 hours of sick leave from their previous employer when they begin employment.
Work Schedules
- Most work weeks are 37.5 hrs, and some positions may offer the opportunity for flexible work schedules or allow telework.
Additional Fringe Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement for full-time employees upon completion of probation period
- Discounted, Onsite Childcare at a County Government facility.
- House Keys 4 Employee Program offers assistance to full time employees who are first-time homebuyers.
- Free, Employee Wellness Programs
- Legal Resources (prepaid benefit)
- Employee Assistance Program (free, short-term counseling)
Benefits eligibility is for employees who work 30 hours or more per week unless otherwise noted. Effective: March 1, 2025
Salary : $62,723 - $250,000