CITY OF GALT
Utilities Maintenance Supervisor
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Job Description
- Req#: 4468355
- Longevity Pay - beginning at 15 years of service - 5%; 20 years of service 7.5%.
- Bilingual Pay - $50 per month.
- Cell Phone Stipend - $75 per month.
- Medical-in-lieu - Employees who waive the City's medical coverage shall receive $200 per month for employee only, $350 per month for employee plus one, and $500 per month for family.
- Tuition Reimbursement - Up to $4,000 per fiscal year.
- Holiday Pay - Fourteen (14) paid holidays: One (1) floating holiday and thirteen (13) fixed holidays observed: New Year’s Day, MLK Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
- Vacation Leave - 80 hours per year; after 4 years- 120 hours.
- Vacation Credit - Those with 4+ years of prior public agency experience may request to accrue at rate of 120 hours.
- Sick Leave - 96 hours per year.
- Admin Leave - 70 hours for exempt employees.
- Heath Insurance - City pays a generous portion of the CalPERS medical premium (9 options), City pays 100% for dental and vision premiums.
- Life Insurance - City paid $50,000 policy and $1,500 policy for dependents.
- Long Term Disability - City paid policy-benefit is up to 60% of base salary.
- EAP - Confidential employee assistance plan.
- Plans, coordinates, schedules, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff engaged in the operation and maintenance of wastewater and water facilities and equipment.
- Evaluates employee performance, counsels employees, and effectively recommends initial disciplinary action; assists in selection and promotion; and trains or coordinates training and safety methods, procedures, and techniques.
- Prepares accurate records, reference guides, and reports including work schedules, preventative maintenance schedules, work performed, and materials and equipment used.
- Participates in the development of goals and objectives as well as policies and procedures; makes recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards, policies, and procedures; participates in the implementation of approved policies and procedures; monitors work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Provides input into the budget for the unit; monitors the budget on a regular basis.
- Determines and recommends equipment, materials, schedules, and staffing needs for assigned projects and programs; prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justifications, as required; reviews needs with appropriate management staff; allocates resources accordingly.
- Inspects and evaluates work in progress and completed work; identifies problem areas and directs corrective action; works with staff to ensure that plant meets regulatory requirements.
- Oversees safety programs and training for the assigned functional areas and work groups; assists in action planning for safety programs; implements and monitors risk management plans regarding hazardous materials; responds to workers' compensation issues.
- Responds to questions and complaints from the public and ensures satisfactory resolution.
- Oversees the maintenance, repair, and fabrication related to electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical needs of Utilities.
- Performs safety inspections on all water and wastewater equipment, including rolling stock.
- Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems with industrial type mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic and pneumatic equipment; performs a variety of electrical tests.
- Reviews and monitors contractors providing services for electrical, instrumentation, or mechanical work.
- Monitors changes in regulatory agency laws and regulations; evaluates their impact upon City activities; recommends and implements policy and procedure changes as required.
- Prepares periodic and special reports as required, including those mandated for submission to the California State Department of Health.
- Responds to emergency situations as necessary.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
- Principles and practices of employee supervision, including planning and assigning work, performance review and evaluation, discipline, and the training of staff in work procedures.
- Advanced principles, procedures, methods, equipment, materials, and tools used in the electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical repair of minor and major equipment systems, including engines, pumps, motors, generators, and pressure regulatory devices.
- Advanced maintenance methods of pumps, motors, piping, and control systems found in water and wastewater treatment plants and related facilities; mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic principles; water and wastewater treatment plant equipment operation.
- Advanced mechanics of water, wastewater, and storm systems and pumps; hydraulic units; collection units; SCADA transmitting devices; air compressors; emergency generators; and other related equipment.
- Principles of electricity, operation, and control of electrical motors and related equipment.
- Applicable regulatory relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
- Safety equipment and practices and procedures related to the work, including the handling of hazardous chemicals, Lock-Out-Tag-Out, and confined space entry.
- Methods of estimating time, labor, materials, and equipment necessary to perform assigned work.
- Principles and practices of contract administration and evaluation.
- Basic principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
- Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications.
- English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
- Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
- Safe driving rules and practices.
- Supervise, train, plan, organize, schedule, assign, review, and evaluate the work of staff and contractors.
- Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
- Identify problems, research and analyze relevant information, and develop and present recommendations and justification for solution.
- Assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards.
- Assist in developing and monitoring an annual budget.
- Inspect, operate, diagnose, and troubleshoot problems, and perform preventive maintenance and repair work on electric motors, gas and diesel engines, pumps, compressors, control equipment, and power generation equipment.
- Analyze work problems and make corrections that will facilitate the completion of assignments.
- Inspect the work of others and maintain established quality control standards.
- Develop cost estimates for supplies and equipment.
- Negotiate and administer contracts.
- Use and maintain tools and equipment related to the work skillfully and safely.
- Respond to and resolve questions and complaints from the public.
- Prepare and maintain clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written material.
- Make accurate arithmetic calculations.
- Operate a motor vehicle safely.
- Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.
- Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
- Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.
- Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
- Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
- Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license within 60 days of hire and have a satisfactory driving record.
- Possession of within the time frame determined by the City, a Mechanical Technologist Grade II Certificate from the California Water Environmental Association.
- Possession of Grade I Water or Wastewater certificate is desirable.
ABOUT GALT
Incorporated in 1946, Galt is a growing community with approximately 26,000 residents located approximately 20 miles south of Sacramento along Highway 99. The City is led by five elected council members, the Mayor being appointed.
Galt offers affordable housing with a small town atmosphere, perfect for raising young families as well as a great opportunity for new businesses.The City is known for its annual Independence Day Celebration with fireworks and the Winter Bird Festival. We also offer the Galt Market, an open air market held every Tuesday and Wednesday offering great deals on fresh fruits and vegetables, clothing, home furnishings and much more.
Sports and Recreation are key to Galt's quality of life. Enhanced by its mild seasonal climate and numerous parks, Galt features a variety of activities for youth and adults such as t-ball, baseball, football, soccer, swimming and swim lessons, karate, exercise classes and many more choices to meet the needs of the community.
The City of Galt is located in the heart of the Delta Recreation Area in Northern, California. Thirty minutes away are the Sierra Foothills and the Sacramento Delta. Reno, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the CA coast are all within a two hour drive making Galt a recreational haven for boat lovers and outdoorsmen alike.ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Galt is accepting applications forUtilities Maintenance Supervisor.ADDITIONAL PAY (UPON ASSIGNMENT AND ELIGIBILITY):Under general direction, plans, schedules, assigns, and reviews the work of operation and maintenance and repair of water and wastewater facilities and systems, equipment, and related structures and facilities in compliance with federal and state requirements; coordinates, monitors, and provides technical input for assigned water operations projects and special programs; may provide assistance to the Utilities Manager; and performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Utilities Manager. Exercises general supervision over assigned staff and contractors.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is the full supervisory-level class in the utilities maintenance series. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing, training, and evaluating the work of maintenance staff for water and wastewater facilities . Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within established guidelines. In addition, the incumbent may assist with day-to-day operational duties.
This class is distinguished from the Utilities Manager in that the latter has overall management responsibility over all Utilities functions.EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS
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.QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:Ability to:
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to graduation from high school and six (6) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of electrical pumps, motors, piping, hydraulic or pneumatic systems, or other mechanical/process equipment, including one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience.
Possession of an associate degree in a related field is desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to work in and around water utilities systems and related facilities; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work, to work in confined spaces, around machines, to climb and descend ladders, to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment, and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; color vision to read gauges and identify appurtenances; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work in and inspect work sites. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 100 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.
EVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Employees partly work in an office environment and partly work in and around public works utilities and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspaces, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives, and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background investigation, including fingerprinting. Must be available for shift work, standby assignments, including holidays and weekends, and respond to emergency overtime as required. May be exposed to inclement weather conditions, fumes, odors, dust, and potentially toxic chemicals and conditions.About the company
The City of Galt is 20 miles south of Sacramento, CA on Highway 99. Galt is known for its small town charm, excellent quality of life & recreation programs.