Operations Manager Yards

Operations Manager Yards Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District - 3.2 St. Louis, MO Job Details Full-time Estimated: $73.5K - $93K a year 14 hours ago Qualifications Management Bachelor of Science Mid-level Driver's License Supervising experience Project management Bachelor's degree IT Construction Budgeting 4 years Communication skills Full Job Description As an Operations Manager Yards, you will manage or support the management of daily operations across one or more of the District's infrastructure systemsincluding combined, sanitary, and stormwater collection systems. Your leadership will directly impact the performance, safety, and reliability of our critical infrastructure. Essential Functions: Lead, coach, and develop staff to meet strategic goals and performance benchmarks. Plan, organize, and oversee the operational functions of a maintenance yard. Assign tasks and supervise work across multiple disciplines. Monitor team performance and support continuous improvement efforts. Ensure strict compliance with the District's health and safety standards. Develop long-term maintenance schedules and prioritize infrastructure repair needs. Supervise engineering teams in responding to customer concerns and indentifying infrastructure repair and capital projects. Collaborate with contractors and consultants on design and construction activities. Engage with the public to resolve complaints and claims professionally. Assist in preparing and managing operational budgets throughout the fiscal year. Participate in the development and implementation of District policies and procedures. Coordinate training programs to build employee skills and safety awareness. Manage facility maintenance projects and the procurement of parts, tools, materials and services necessary for daily operations. Additional Responsibilities: Perform related duties as assigned by the manager to support departmental needs. This position may require occasional work outside standard hours in response to operational needs. Other duties may be assigned as necessary. Physical Demands Stationary Position: Occasionally Move/Traverse: Occasionally Stationary Position/Seated: Constantly Transport/Lifting: Rarely Transport/Carrying: Rarely Exerting Force/Pushing: Rarely Exerting Force/Pulling: Rarely Ascend/Descend: Rarely Balancing: Rarely Position Self/Stooping: Rarely Position Self/Kneeling: Rarely Position Self/Crouching: Rarely Position Self/Crawling: Rarely Reaching: Rarely Handling: Occasionally Grasping: Occasionally Feeling: Rarely Communicate/Talking: Constantly Communicate/Hearing: Constantly Repetitive Motions: Frequently Coordination: Frequently Work Environment Extreme cold: Rarely Extreme heat: Rarely Humidity: Rarely Wet: Rarely Noise: Occasionally Hazards: Rarely Temperature Change: Rarely Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely Vibration: Rarely QUALIFICATIONS: Training & Experience: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university A minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in sewer system maintenance and/or construction Desirable Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Strong knowledge of sanitary, stormwater, and combined sewer collection systems. Proficiency in operations, maintenance equipment and practices, and safety protocols. Experience supervising teams and managing performance in a public works environment. Familiarity with engineering design, project management, and capital improvement planning. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with staff, public officials, and external partners. Skilled in managing resources, maintaining records, conducting research and investigations, and preparing detailed reports. Experience with CMOM (Capacity, Management, Operations, and Maintenance) program implementation is a plus. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state in which the employee resides. Pursuant to MSD's "Substance Abuse Policy and Procedures," this position has been designated as safety sensitive and candidate must pass a Non-D.O.T. Drug Test for this position. Employees occupying this position are not subject to Federal (D.O.T.) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations. All current employees must have a 'Successful', 'Meets Expectations', or 'Proficient' rating on their most recent performance evaluation to be eligible. ABOUT US: The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District provides comprehensive wastewater and storm water management services to residents and businesses in both St. Louis City and County. As one of the most recognized employers in the region and a fixture in the downtown area, MSD employs over 900 individuals in a wide-range of roles including skilled crafts and laborers, engineering, information technology, finance, human resources and administration support. We invite you to be part of the team!