Nature of Work
The purpose of this job is to supervise and coordinate the Electricians and Instrument Technicians in all aspects of maintenance, service and installation of the buildings and equipment associated with the Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) and Drinking Water Distribution. Oversees the Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems for the WRRF and the Water Department. Orders electrical and instrument equipment and parts, as well as cell phones and computers for the department.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Supervises the work of assigned personnel; participates in hiring, training and disciplinary actions; delegates work assignments; conducts performance evaluations
Inspects work, assuring proper working order of electronic equipment and related devices; ensures proper safety standards and precautions are followed
Ensures proper maintenance and repair of equipment; oversees preventive maintenance program; makes cost estimates for jobs to be completed
Performs computer programming for the process control system; debugs software to ensure efficiency of operations
Responds to inquiries and complaints from the public and customers; provides technical assistance, as needed, to engineers, customers and suppliers
Writes specifications for equipment and materials; requisitions materials, supplies and equipment as needed
Approves utility bills, including Electricity, Natural Gas, Water/Sewer, Cell Phones and Cellular Modems; coordinates utilities for new installations; determines utility budget estimates.
Facilitates and participates in a variety of meetings
Generates combined sewer overflow reports; manages rainfall data
Performs related work as required
Minimum Training and Experience
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma (or GED equivalent) and satisfactory completion of electrical or electronics trades school
--AND--
At least four (4) years of experience related to electronic control systems, including supervisory experience
--OR--
Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities
Required Licenses or Certifications
None
Other Necessary Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Principles, practices, methods and equipment of computerized process control systems
Safety standards and precautions connected with equipment maintenance and repair
Electronic metering devices and equipment
Applicable computer applications
Principles and practices of employee supervision
Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping
Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
Skill in:
Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships
Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments
Ability to:
Plan, organize and implement effective and proper process control system maintenance and repair
Diagnose and assess system problems and take appropriate corrective actions
Write effective computer programs
Read and interpret blueprints
Prepare clear and concise reports
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
Understand and carry out oral and written directions
Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
