JOB: Utilities Operations Superintendent

This is advanced technical, supervisory and administrative work involving wastewater plant operations and collection-system asset management. This supervisor level work involves managing assets, projects, contractors, and includes the long-term planning and budgeting for capital replacement. This work includes submitting reports to EGLE and professionally collaborating with many partners both internal and external to the City.  This work is performed under the managerial direction of the Environmental Services Manager and Assistant Managers. 

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.

• Assists in the preparation of the annual budget for activities supervised; maintains records and prepares reports related to the work; investigates and prepares incident reports, insurance documents for liability claims, injuries and vehicle or equipment accidents; assures work is completed according to proper standards. 
• Prepares and controls the expenditure of budgeted funds. 
• Maintains records on project activities, inventories and orders materials and supplies; prepares reports on operational and repair activities when buildings and equipment are upgraded. 
• Responds to regulatory inquiries from the State (EGLE) regarding compliance and audit information.  
• Analyzes and evaluates maintenance functions; initiates or recommends new or improved practices 
• Acts as a liaison between plant and field operations staff and Environmental Services Management team. 
• Investigates and takes appropriate action or makes recommendations in response to citizen complaints or inquiries; initiates improvements to eliminate continuing problems. 
• Ensures that equipment is in proper working order; oversees and coordinates preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment 
• Actively participates in professional organizations (MWEA, APWA, AWWA, etc) and periodically presents at these conferences regarding the work being performed by the City.  

Required Education and Experience

• Graduation from high school (or GED equivalent)

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the operation of medium and heavy equipment.

• Two (2) years of supervisory experience in water distribution system maintenance or wastewater plant and collection system maintenance.

• Any equivalent combination of training and experience. 

Required Licenses or Certifications 

• Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license.

• State of Michigan EGLE Water Treatment & Distribution System Operators S-1 certification

• State of Michigan EGLE Wastewater Treatment Operator Class D license

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1
• 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)
• Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
• Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid parking (if applicable)
• Employee Home Ownership Incentive
• Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
• Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive
• Employee Discounts and Perks

The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Please Note: 
This position is subject to the provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement and all relevant civil service rules.  For additional information, links to union agreement and Civil Service Rules are provided below.  

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