Assistant Plant Superintendent

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Summary

Under the direction of the Wastewater Plant Manager, the person in this role is responsible for supervising, directing, and coordinating various installation, repair, and maintenance tasks.

They are required to work from blueprints and schematics, plan and assign work for themselves and others, ensure that work specifications comply with all applicable codes, estimate, and purchase necessary materials, and oversee the correct installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical systems and equipment following established trade methods and procedures.

Salary

$55,016 - $70,013

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assume the role of Wastewater Plant Manager as required.
• Work collaboratively with the Operations Supervisor to ensure optimal utilization of employees and available resources.
• Assist with the preparation of bid specifications and obtain quotes for maintenance projects and equipment.
• Plan, organize, assign, and supervise the work of maintenance personnel, including daily work schedules and special projects.
• Supervise the safety training, tasks, and advancement of employees.
• Oversee project safety and investigate any incidents involving employees.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, charts, maintenance manuals, and specifications.
• Work with engineers and contractors to plan and see projects through to completion.
• Work with Microsoft Excel and CMMS to maintain plant databases and reporting. This includes adjusting Excel pages and formulas to meet changing needs.
• Assist the Wastewater Plant Manager in managing the annual department budget.
• Oversee purchasing equipment, parts, and supplies for inventory or immediate use.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures.
• Work outside normal working hours as needed to correct any problems that arise within the wastewater plants. This includes responding to emergency call-ins, which can occur any time, day, or night.
• Work cooperatively with other departments, contractors, and regulatory agencies to coordinate activities, exchange information, and resolve problems.
• Maintain and diagnose system problems involving electrical, control systems, pumping, and the activated sludge process.
• Notify Wastewater Plant Manager, emergency coordinator and other plant authorities as necessary in emergency situations.
• Ensure all work complies with NEC, ANSI, NFPA, and other applicable standards and regulations.
• Must know and follow safety instructions and maintain housekeeping procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma and a Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
• Five or more years' experience in advanced industrial plant maintenance and repair at a wastewater treatment facility.
• Texas Journeyman in a mechanical or electrical trade.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education / Experience :

• Three or more years of lead or supervisory experience at a 10-million gallon a day WWTP.
• TCEQ Class A or B Wastewater license.
• Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Technology Engineering, or related area.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

• Comprehensive knowledge of motor maintenance.
• Comprehensive knowledge of engineering prints and specifications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of work order scheduling application.
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations.
• Skill with Microsoft Office computer applications.
• Advanced skill with SCADA control system logic.
• Handle stress effectively without it interfering with performance.
• Conflict resolution.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Class C Texas driver's license.
• Texas Journeyman in a mechanical or electrical trade.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and / or hazards. Frequent work performed outside or with exposure to risk including exposure to hazardous chemicals, raw sewage, communicable diseases, loud or constant noise, electricity, humidity, wetness, extreme temperatures, heights, odors, gases, mists, confined spaces, climbing ladders, cramped spaces, and inherent construction related hazards.

Position is subject to 24-hour call out, 365 days per year.

About Us

Team Garland consists of over 2,200 employees, spanning 700+ different roles! Garland is committed to diversity and inclusion and creating pathways to employment for all.

We have an organizational culture of appreciation, development, and growth. Many of our employees choose Garland for lifelong careers.

We are guided by the City's Mission, Vision, and Value Statements and a commitment to public service. Team Garland makes a difference in the Garland community every day.

Vision

Garland's vision is to be a progressive city working together to nurture and grow the economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-being of our community.

Mission

We are committed to preserve public trust, deliver quality services, promote economic growth, protect our community and enhance the quality of life for the good of our city and our future.

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