Primary Role
Responsible for all activities involving the operations and maintenance of the water distribution system (pumps, storage tanks, fire hydrants, etc.), the wastewater collection system (pumps, lift stations etc. Limited direction and/or supervisory responsibilities for assigned personnel to include: General Maintenance Workers, technicians, and laborers, contractors and works under the general direction of the Operations Supervisor or the General Manager.
Key Accountabilities
· Prepares, Reviews, evaluates, revises, establishes and implements policies and procedures used in of water and the collection of wastewater, that result in Safe, Compliant, Reliable, and Profitable operations
· Carries out day-to-day activities, schedules Staff assignments, and participates in review and evaluation of staff performance including: water and wastewater systems sampling protocol and disinfection of water mains. Follows company discipline policy when needed.
· Follows and implements Company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety Policies
· Implement and foster the coaching and development of employees, including idea generation, within respective functional areas
· Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations and all customers.
· Performs work on distribution system, and sewer collection system. Maintains work records and preventative maintenance records and prepares various reports as assigned.
· Participates in the preparation of Capital and Operations and Maintenance Budgets. Reviews and approves expenditures.
· Performs standby duties. Performs other related functions assigned or as they become apparent.
Knowledge/Skills
· Ability to plan and coordinate the work of employees.
· General knowledge of MS Office products, MS Word and Excel, and be able to learn the use of new software with training assistance
· Ability to plan and present safety training to employees.
· Employee may be required to work shift work and maintain on-call assignments. There will be some weekend, holiday and overtime work as needed.
· Extensive knowledge of the objectives, equipment, and operations of water distribution and groundwater supply systems, and wastewater collection systems.
· Extensive knowledge of methods and materials of water/wastewater system construction and maintenance.
· Thorough knowledge of the layout, location and equipment characteristics of water and wastewater systems.
· Knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations for areas of responsibility
Experience/Education
· Must possess a high school diploma or GED, plus at least five (5) years progressively responsible experience in operations, maintenance, and administration of water and/or wastewater systems and treatment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for experience.
· Supervisory experience a plus
Travel Requirements
· < 5%
Certifications & Licenses
· Possession of appropriate licenses as required by facility/permit.
· Possess a Class IV Water Distribution Systems Operator Certification issued by KWEA required or a Water Treatment Class IV from KDHE or the ability to obtain within 1 year
· Preferred Class III Wastewater Collection System Operator Certification issued by KWEA required or the ability to obtain within 1 year
· Must possess a valid KS Class B CDL
Work Environment
· Employee may be required to work indoor or outdoor work during seasonal heat and cold or other adverse weather conditions. Employee may be required to work where regularly they may be exposed to fumes, dust and odors.
Other
Performance Measures
· Comprehend the elements of the MSG Strategy for Organizational Excellence
· Look for opportunities to improve efficiency and find ways to save budget expenses
· No reportable accidents occur with-in work area of responsibility
· No complaints from customer concerning not being informed of work to be done in an area
· Holds proper level of certification for position
· No complaints from customer regarding AW being unresponsive to customer’s needs
· Lead by example with displaying “can do” attitude at all times
· 100% compliance with regulations
· No preventable breakdown of equipment
· All interactions with customer are handled in professional manner generating Zero complaints
Competencies (from the Water Division Competency Dictionary)
· Team Working – Is committed to working collaboratively to achieve business goals, building cohesiveness and identity within a work group, and valuing individual perspectives and contributions. Provides coaching and guidance.
· People Development – Creates opportunities and builds shared commitment in order to develop capabilities and improve business performance through individual and team development. Takes responsibility for personal development.
· Market/Customer Focus – Identifying, understanding and meeting customer expectations both internally and externally. Understands customer and market trends.
· Champions Change – Seizes new ways of thinking and working. Articulates and leads change, energizes others with a clear, compelling picture of the future and inspires and empowers others to champion the change themselves. Creates the right environment for change.
· Delivers Results – Delivers bottom line results through bold, decisive actions, working through risks and uncertainty to create opportunity. Continually raises standards and promotes entrepreneurial behavior. Defines and establishes challenging goals.
· Analysis and Problem Solving – Analyzes and resolves business issues through the application of critical reasoning skills and general business experience. Sees relationships in information.