Summary

Essential Functions

• Identify capital equipment needs and provide input on capital improvement programs. Coordinate all activities associated with assigned capital improvement projects;
• Plan, schedule, and supervise maintenance of water utility stationary equipment such as treatment plant equipment, pumping equipment, and lift station;
• Prepare and administer operating budget for assigned cost centers;
• Interview, select, supervise, and train section employees;
• Evaluate employee performance, and recommend personnel actions such as merit increase or disciplinary actions;
• Maintain records of repair and maintenance project costs including cost of materials, equipment, and labor;
• Analyze department activities, recommend improvements, and implement approved changes;
• Make recommendations, obtain and maintain compliance with appropriate City, State, and Federal wastewater quality requirements;
• Assist the Superintendent and perform a variety of highly responsible technical and administrative assignments;
• Assume superintendent's responsibilities during his or her absence;
• Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications

Any combination of relevant education, certification and experience which provides the following: completion of a bachelor degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology, or a related field; and an additional five to ten years technical experience in maintenance and operations or inspection of wastewater system equipment and facilities; and over five years of supervisory experience; andvalid current driver's license

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nd a combination of one or more of the following certifications:

• Water or Wastewater Operator (Ais preferred)
• Electrical Tradesman
• Wastewater Collections

* * Critical Infrastructure:*This position has been determined to have close contact with, or control of Critical Infrastructure components.This position is subject to extensive background checks and random drug screening. *

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Wastewater utilities equipment operation and maintenance;
• Industrial safety practices;
• Mechanical principles;
• Principles and practices of wastewater treatment.

Ability to:

• Plan and supervise the work of subordinates;
• Cooperate with others;
• Communicate effectively with others;
• Prepare and administer a budget;
• Ability to obtain a Texas Class "A" water or wastewater license;
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports.

*Physical Requirements: *maintain the ability to: **

• Occasionally walk during the shift;
• Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds;
• Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle;
• Place arms above, at or 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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