Water Plant Assistant Superintendent

Examples of Essential Job Functions:

Supervises, plans, and assigns the work of maintenance personnel in a wide variety of utility plant maintenance work; may directly oversee the more difficult machine work welding, plumbing, electrical control, and instrument repair; consults with plant superintendent on major jobs which may require taking plant units out of service. Orders replacement parts; maintains parts inventory; assists superintendent in developing and administering the division's budget. Develops and maintains preventive/predictive maintenance program for Water Plant equipment and machinery; assists in developing and maintaining written procedures for the operations and maintenance of the plant; develops and maintains maintenance records. Assists plant superintendent in scheduling operating shifts; may operate or assist in plant operation. Reviews subordinate personnel performance; handles minor personnel issues; assists in recruiting and training new operating and maintenance personnel; may lead recruitments. On an infrequent basis, may interact with the public at outreach and marketing events, public tours, and responding one-on-one to citizen questions, concerns, and inquiries. Acts as superintendent in the absence of the plant superintendent.
 

Each employee is expected to continually strive to bring shared values to life through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. ETP values include: committing to continuous improvement; inspiring creativity and innovation; being customer driven; making data-driven decisions; committing to diversity, equity and inclusion; championing employee involvement; striving for excellence; having fiscal stewardship; acting with honesty and integrity; exhibiting leadership; choosing a positive attitude; respecting one another; promoting safety and wellness; and cultivating teamwork. For leaders, this includes creating a work culture that brings these values to life. For all employees, this includes maintaining a Total City Perspective. The purpose of ETP is to deliver exceptional services to the public at the best price, and for employees to experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment. 
 

Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Two years of technical or vocational training in water/environmental technology at the post high school or adult continuing education level; five years of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair work with large equipment and pumps, at least two of which must have been in a water treatment facility; or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training. One year of experience in a water treatment plant in direct responsible charge of operations is required; and cannot be substituted by additional education or experience. Supervisory experience preferred.

Licenses and Certificates: Must have and maintain a valid Iowa Grade IV Water Treatment Plant Operator certificate within six months of appointment. Must possess valid driver's license.

To read more about this position and to apply, please visit our careers page at www.cityofames.org/jobs.  

The City of Ames is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against.