Wastewater Maintenance Foreman

Hires, trains, supervises, and coordinates the work of employees engaged in repairing and maintaining water/wastewater system mechanical equipment.

• Plan, assign, supervise, and evaluate the work of mechanics and maintenance personnel of water/wastewater utilities;
• Requisition necessary repair parts and supplies and maintain an adequate inventory for timely repairs;
• Develop and implement equipment preventive maintenance and operation schedules;
• Direct and participate in the more complex equipment repairs and installations;
• Train employees in mechanical repair skills and industrial safety;
• Assist with budget documentation and preparation and monitor budget expenditures;
• Ensure safe maintenance procedures and enforce the rules of industrial safety;
• Prepare written reports and oral presentations concerning maintenance activities;
• Prepare personnel performance evaluations, accident investigations reports, disciplinary actions, and other documents pertaining to employee relations;
• Perform related duties as directed.

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent. Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in maintenance and repair of heavy industrial plant equipment, including supervisory experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following knowledge, and abilities:

Physical Exam Required

Valid Current Commercial Driver's License
Position in Water Reclamation does not require CDL.

*** 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. ***

• Techniques and methods of mechanical repair of heavy stationary equipment; techniques of welding; types of industrial coatings.

• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Obtain a class "C" Water or Wastewater certificate within two years.
• Supervise the work of others.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
• Properly use Self-contained breathing apparatus. Requires employee to be clean-shaven.