Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

This is a training position pursuant to achieving the qualifications as specified in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and Maintenance Training Program guidelines to prepare the candidate to bid on the Plant Utility Maintenance Person (PUMP) position. Under general supervision, performs skilled work in maintaining and repairing Sewer District equipment, machinery, facilities, and grounds. Works with others in the installation, modification, maintenance, and repair of Sewer District mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment. Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Assists in the mechanical and electrical areas such as installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying plant equipment; plumbing, pipefitting, grinding, cutting with a torch, welding, equipment repair, minor fabrication, and painting of equipment and process piping.

- Operates Sewer District vehicles and equipment required for the transportation of lubricants and equipment.

- Participates in the Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Program of Sewer District facilities, including the lubrication and inspection of mechanical and electrical equipment.

- Assists in troubleshooting and the analysis of faulty equipment.

- Utilizes the computerized maintenance management system to input and retrieve information.

- Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

Candidate must possess a high school diploma, GED, or state recognized equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

- Entry into the Maintenance Training Program (MTP) at the first milestone: No required experience, however two (2) years of industrial experience is preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS

- Candidate must possess a valid driver's license with a driving record in accordance with the Sewer District's acceptable guidelines.

- A certificate of completion from an Industrial Machinery Mechanic or Millwright (Mechanical) registered apprenticeship program approved by the Department of Labor is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

- Candidate must possess basic knowledge and skills in mechanical and/or electrical trades, including inspection and record keeping. Knowledge of lubrication, application, and a working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of work is required.

- Candidate must have the ability to interpret illustrated parts breakdowns, blueprints, sketches, and diagrams.

- Candidate must have the ability to successfully complete assessments to demonstrate aptitude in instrumentation, electrical, mechanical, or other job-related subjects as required.

- Candidate must have the ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to make sound judgments and decisions based on interpretation of data. Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools.

- Candidate must possess the ability to be reliable and punctual in reporting to work as scheduled.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

During the course of performing the essential functions of this position, the employee must be able to compare, copy, compute, compile, analyze, coordinate, synthesize, and negotiate. Ability to communicate while exhibiting strong interpersonal skills is required. Physical work will need to be performed, such as standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, and hearing. Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. on an occasional basis. Exposure to quiet, loud, and very loud noises is encountered in this position. Position will require visual demands of near and far acuity, depth perception, accommodation, and color vision.

Exposure to extreme weather, atmospheric conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, hazard