JOB: Assistant Project manager/O&M Supervisor
Assistant Project manager/O&M Supervisor
Position Responsibilities
Responsible for directing and scheduling a wide variety of skilled and technical tasks associated with the operation, maintenance, and repair of surface water filtration plant. Employees use acquired skills, knowledge and independent judgment to train, direct, and lead other skilled, semi-skilled, and manual labor classes to properly accomplish the work.
3 – 4 direct reports.
Responsible for all treatment activities, regulatory agency compliance reporting and internal EHS compliance.
Position is responsible for performance management, including promotion, reward, discipline and determination of employment status. Also, responsible for staff training and development, including new hires and departmental orientation. Participates in the development and is held accountable for compliance with the departmental budget.
Special Skills/Abilities Needed:
- Specialized knowledge to include water treatment methods, distribution operations and maintenance, laboratory procedures/methods, project budgeting, report generating.
- Extensive knowledge and skill in construction practices, methods, tools, equipment, and materials used in the water treatment, distribution, maintenance and repair field.
- Considerable knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, masonry, and concrete finishing skills.
- Understanding and knowledge of MIOSHA Health and Safety Regulations pertaining to recordkeeping, traffic safety, personal protective equipment, trenching and shoring practices, respiratory protection, employee right-to-know, and confined space entry procedures.
- Strong ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and effectively communicate with others.
- Ability to shift priorities frequently and effectively perform under pressure.
- Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial management skills.
- Considerable knowledge of effective supervisory methods including team-building and conflict management.
- Extensive knowledge of operation and maintenance practices and standards pertaining to the operation of a water treatment plant.
- Ability to skillfully direct and train in the use of a wide range of hand, power, and mechanical tools.
- Strong aptitude for understanding and working from maps, blueprints, sketches, and diagrams detailing treatment plant and operations.
- Strong ability to train, plan, organize, schedule, assign resources and coordinate the work of subordinate employees and crews.
- Must possess superior organizational skills and be able to prioritize several ongoing projects.
- Must possess superior organizational skills and be able to prioritize several ongoing projects.
- Willingness to work outside of core hours in order to meet business needs.
- Considerable knowledge of the materials, procedures, and equipment of the particular area of work.
- Strong aptitude in the use of computers and other technology used in the utilities profession.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Nature & Scope-Principal Areas of Responsibilities:
- Plans, organizes, schedules, and coordinates the work of subordinates; provides training, direction, and leadership as needed or requested by crew members.
- Ensures that proper safety standards and precautions are developed and implemented for each assigned project and that employees are properly trained before any work begins.
- Complete job description available on job posting
Position Requirements
- At least 5 years of progressive water utility management experience (water treatment, distribution system management, public works, sanitary system management)
- Michigan EGLE F-1 or F-2 water operator certification.
- Must have or obtain EGLE F-1 certification within 1 year of hire.
- Drivers License.
- Background check
- Preference for Bachelor's Degree in management/business, water related field. High School diploma required.
- Proven record of successful management and leadership.
- Google Drive, Google Docs/Sheets as well as Microsoft proficient.
- Excellent communication skills, both written/spoken.
- Effective time management
Position Application Process
Please contact:
Veolia City of Alpena Water Utility Manager, Mike Collins
Application link: https://smrtr.io/k354R