: Supervises and coordinates the work of employees engaged in wastewater system operations and wastewater system mechanical maintenance and repair of specialized tools and equipment.

: - Identify capital equipment needs and provide input on capital improvement programs. Coordinate all activities associated with assigned capital improvement projects. - Plan, schedule and supervise the work of wastewater operations and maintenance staff at the Wastewater Treatment Plants. - Prepare and administer operating budget for various cost centers. - Interview, select, supervise, and train wastewater operations and maintenance staff and recommend personnel actions such as apprentice step increases, merit increases, or disciplinary actions. - Maintain the SCADA system computer database. - Analyze wastewater operations and maintenance activities, recommend improvements, and implement approved changes. - Manage complex contracts and projects. - Make recommendations and obtain and maintain compliance with appropriate City, State, and Federal water quality requirements. - Assist the Superintendent and perform a variety of highly responsible technical and administrative assignments. Prepare reports to regulatory agencies. - Identify training needs in environmental laws and regulations. - Able to assume superintendents responsibilities during his or her absence. - Perform related duties as required.

: Completion of a bachelor degree in engineering, biology, chemistry or related field. Three to five years experience in operation and maintenance or inspection of wastewater systems equipment and facilities; including supervisory experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following knowledge, and abilities:

Valid Texas Drivers License Physical Exam Required Class A Texas Commission on Environmental Quality License

: Knowledge of: - Wastewater equipment operation and maintenance; - Industrial safety practices; - Mechanical principles; - Principles and practices of wastewater treatment; - SCADA computer control system; - Knowledge of laboratory analysis and the ability to make operational changes from analysis.

***Ability to: *** - Plan and supervise the work of specialized groups in the wastewater system; - Communicate effectively with others; - Supervise the work of others; - Prepare and administer budgets; - Maintain accurate records and prepare reports. ***Physical Requirements: *** - Occasionally climb stairs, ladders, and inclined surfaces; - Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds; - Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees; - Occasionally rotate upper trunk to the left or right while sitting or standing; - Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle; - Place arms above, at and below shoulder height

Application must be submitted online at

www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lubbock

.Jobs close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date posted on the City website. For a complete list of job openings with the City of Lubbock please visit

www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Lubbock

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