Water Plant Supervisor

APPLICATION DETAILS: Interested applicants should visit https://www.cityofgrandledge.com/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=98&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Water-Plant-Supervisor-31 for a full job description and link to the required application. Applicants must submit a completed application, resume, five (5) professional references, and letter of introduction, following website instructions. This position is open until filled.

BENEFITS: We offer an excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, and flexible spending accounts. Insurance premiums are currently paid 100% by the City. In addition, we offer up to 10% match to a defined-contribution retirement plan, and generous paid time off, including 13.5 paid holidays.

GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Public Works Superintendent, directs and facilitates the work, planning, scheduling, laboratory, and record keeping of the water plant. Manages and directs the operation and maintenance of the City’s water plant to meet all State and Federal regulatory criteria. Supervises, plans, and coordinates the operation, maintenance, and repair of the facility. Plans and coordinates work schedules, prioritizes projects, and communicates effectively with employees, contractors, and the general public. Supervises assigned employees. Serves in an on-call status, facilitating and supervising the emergency operations of the plant in conjunction with other supervisory personnel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCIONS: An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties that the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

1. Plans, coordinates, and supervises the administration and daily operations of the Water Plant. Develops and implements procedures to ensure the efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of water treatment equipment. Receives and prioritizes work orders, assigns tasks to staff, and coordinates activities with other divisions within Public Services as needed. Assists with planning, directing, coordinating, and evaluating all aspects of water pumping, treatment, and distribution systems, and helps develop and implement policies and procedures in accordance with departmental directives, City guidelines, and all applicable State of Michigan drinking water rules and regulations.

2. Instructs, trains, supervises, evaluates, and assists in recruiting and hiring assigned personnel. Ensure employees are properly trained in operations and safety procedures. Inspects work projects to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, and practices while assuring deadlines are met. Provides information, feedback, and assistance to others within the department to refine work outputs and resolve problems. Provides technical advice and assistance to employees on complex or unusual work assignments.

3. Plans, supervises, facilitates, and records all facility-related activities. Coordinates work with utility companies, contractors, and other City departments.

4. Assists in preparing budget figures and objectives for the Water Plant.

5. Prepares usage, flow, and other related reports for City, County, state, and federal agencies. Ensures compliance with applicable State, Federal, and local regulations regarding municipal water treatment. Oversees laboratory analysis, data collection, and records management. Compiles regular reports on operations and water quality.

6. Conducts research, compiles information, and prepares reports at the request of the Public Works Superintendent. Represents the Public Works Department at various meetings and makes presentations as assigned.

7. Assists in assessing the need for private contracting of special projects and services, participates in the contracting process, and provides project oversight and quality control as directed.

8. Operates light and heavy equipment, tools, and vehicles in support of various projects associated with the department or other departments as needed. Performs snow removal activities as assigned, including emergency snow removal.

9. Coordinates work with the Public Works Superintendent and provides project assistance as needed.

10. Availability to respond to weather and infrastructure emergencies, and water alarms as situations may dictate. Provides on-call duty if necessary.

11. May be assigned temporarily to other departments to perform duties that utilize the individual employee’s skills and abilities. In this situation, the employee may perform duties specified in any Public Services Department job description.

12. Performs related duties and special projects as needed.

13. These examples do not include all the duties that the employee may be expected to perform.

Pay: $70,541.00 - $82,162.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Knowledge of the Safe Drinking Water Act, Act 399 P.A. 1977, and related legislation

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• public works functions: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• State of Michigan Class S2 Water Distribution Certificate (Required)
• State of MI Class D2 Limited Water Treatment Certificate (Required)
• Michigan Drivers License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Grand Ledge, MI 48837 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,541 - $82,162