About the Department

This position provides leadership and participate in the inspection, maintenance and repair of an assigned City water treatment plant and related equipment; and performs other skilled and semi-skilled work as required. The incumbent works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

The work is considered heavy in nature and involves walking, standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching, and constantly lifting, pushing or raising objects, exerting between 35 to 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis and 100 pounds of force on a frequent basis. The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, fingering, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

Work environment may involve exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, toxic/caustic chemicals, confined spaces; and is dynamic that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

Position Duties

Inspects, maintains and repairs equipment and systems associated with the assigned City water treatment plant;
Performs preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical and electronic plant equipment as scheduled; maintains related records;
Inspects, troubleshoots and repairs equipment;
Assists with construction and installation projects as assigned;
Performs general building and grounds maintenance and repair work as required;
Assists in maintaining parts and supply inventory;
Prepares and maintains accurate work records;
Provides instruction and leadership of assigned crew members; reviews work for completeness and accuracy;
Provides direct support to the Water Plant Maintenance Supervisor and serves in his/her absence as team leader for the maintenance group;
Performs all duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and standards of quality and safety;
Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints and requests for assistance from customers and the general public regarding areas of responsibility;
Attends meetings, training, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills; and
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

High school diploma or GED;
Five (5) years of relevant prior experience;
Valid South Carolina Class “A” Driver’s License.
Must possess an “A” Water Treatment License, or be able to obtain an “A” Water Treatment License within 2 years from the date of hire.

Other Qualifications

Knowledge of basic algebra involving variables and formulas and/or basic geometry involving plane and solid figures, circumferences, areas and volumes, and/or computing discounts and interest rates;
Knowledge of personal computer equipment with skill in the use of Microsoft Office preferred, utilizing e-mail, word processing and spreadsheet software programs;
Ability to gather, organize, analyze, examine or evaluate data or information and may prescribe action based on such data or information;
Ability to provide information, guidance or assistance to people to directly facilitate task accomplishment; may give directions or assignments to helpers or assistants;
Ability to lead, operate or repair complex machinery or equipment that requires extended training and experience, such as water meters; may involve installation and testing. Involves operations of limited scope;
Ability to perform coordinating work involving guidelines and rules, with constant problem-solving;
Ability to read technical instructions, procedures, manuals and charts to solve practical problems; composing routine reports and specialized reports, forms and business letters with proper format; speaking compound sentences using normal grammar and word form;
Ability to perform clerical, manual or technical tasks requiring a wide range of procedures and requiring intensive understanding of a restricted field or complete familiarity with the functions of a unit or small division of an operating agency; requires normal attention with short periods of concentration for accurate results or occasional exposure to unusual pressure; and
Ability to guide others, requiring frequent decisions affecting co-workers, customers and others who depend on the service or product; works in a somewhat fluid environment with rules and procedures but with many variations from the routine.

Benefits

: The City of Columbia is proud to offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees. This package includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time or temporary employees, including interns, are not eligible for City benefits.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page at:
https://hr.columbiasc.gov/benefits/

Supplemental Questions

Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

Do you have at least five (5) years of work experience relevant to this position?

Do you have a valid Driver's License?

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: City of Columbia
Phone: 803-545-3010
Website: https://www.columbiasc.gov

WATER PLANT MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR - LAKE MURRAY