Supt. of Mechanical Maintenance

Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates and supervises activities and work projects related to the maintenance of the Water department mechanical equipment and assigned assets. Provides technical direction and control of work to assure its timely performance and adherence to maintenance standards. Work is coordinated with maintenance crew leaders and other municipal departments. Work is reviewed under the general direction of the Assistant Water Director/ Director.This list may not include all tasks and/or knowledge which may be expected of the employee, nor does it cover all specific duties which may be required. Other duties may be assigned.

• Tracks equipment and tool purchases for the entire Water department.
• Assists in writing specifications for department mechanical equipment, acting as liaison with the Purchasing and Vehicle Maintenance divisions on purchases.
• Selects and maintains a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Develops and maintains an computerized inventory system for maintenance items and all departmental tools.
• Investigates maintenance failures.
• Oversee the gathering of data for fleet maintenance and work closely with Vehicle Maintenance division to initiate and maintain a preventative maintenance program for vehicles and rolling stock.
• Oversees collection of mechanical equipment data and directs the transfer of information to electronic maps and databases.
• Plans, schedules, and manage maintenance activities for Water department mechanical equipment.
• Prepares initial budget for infrastructure maintenance and seasonal employee accounts for the Water Director’s approval.
• Monitors expenditures from multiple budget accounts, and monitors and tracks employees’ time and attendance.
• Make recommendations to Water Director for future equipment and facility needs as well as building and maintenance for the Water department.
• Responds to documents and resolves complaints from City stakeholders.
• Demonstrates correct use and general care of mechanical equipment and hand tools.
• Develops, trains, and implements proper safety practices.
• Advises, coaches and enforces the use of proper safety equipment and techniques for field crews.
• Advises crew members on technical and personnel problems.
• Supervisory Functions
• Assigns and supervises work of pump station maintenance and lake parks crew leaders and employees, and controls work through inspections of jobs underway and completed.
• Schedules and manage maintenance for Water department mechanical equipment and assigned assets, including pumps, electrical equipment, electronic equipment, SCADA systems, instruments, storage tanks, buildings and related equipment.
• Assures adherence to standards and work orders, and trains employees in the proper work procedures, including all standards and procedures relating to safety.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems, subject to the review of the Assistant Water Director/ Director.
  
  

General Skill Levels:

Knowledge Of

• Operating standards and maintenance requirements of a variety of mechanical equipment used in water maintenance programs.
• Water systems.
• Preventive maintenance programs for mechanical equipment and systems.
• City, county, state, and federal regulations as they pertain to the Water department, including safety standards for mechanical equipment operation.
  
  

Ability To

• Use word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet and e-mail software, and City applications as needed by the department.
• Plan, layout, and supervise the work of a large number of subordinates engaged in various remote assignments.
• Detect and locate defective workmanship and materials during various phases of completion.
• Anticipate personnel, equipment and material requirements to complete various water maintenance programs.
• Manage functions, resolve conflicts and work harmoniously with department heads, officials, employees, outside professionals and the general public.
• Effectively communicate technical data verbally and in written form.
• Prepare detailed work reports, including through the manipulation of computerized databases.
• Coach and mentor subordinate staff.
• Identify individuals with the technical and interpersonal skills to lead crews and projects.
• Direct, appraise and discipline staff in a respectful and constructive manner.
• Share responsibility with others and delegate responsibilities as appropriate.
  
  

Education/Experience

• Graduation from high school, preferably supplemented by college or technical school course work or related degree.
• Considerable hands-on experience in water/sewer mechanical systems maintenance or construction maintenance.
• At least five years in a water system of the equivalent size or larger including supervisory experience.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
  
  

Required

Certificate or Licenses:

• Illinois Driver’s License
• Possession of or the ability to obtain an Illinois EPA Public Water Supply Class D Operators License within eighteen months (18) months from the date of hire. Timeframe can be extended based on approval of the Water Director.
  
  

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Work is performed in both office and field environments. Work requires driving between work sites in town and occasionally to other locations for meetings. The physical demands on this position may include lifting and manipulating heavy objects, primarily for demonstration and training, but in most cases physical activity is of an oversight nature. Oversight activities may take place in dusty, moist or humid conditions and in a range of outdoor temperatures.