Crew Chief, Wastewater

Job Description:

Crew Chief, Wastewater

Description

Job Summary

TITLE:Crew Chief, Wastewater
SRN S15: $8,131 - $11,353, Monthly, Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: ASSET
DEPARTMENT: Operations
Section: Sanitation
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to : WRP 7 - Wastewater Plant Manager IV
Supervises the following positions : WRP Operators-in-Training, I, II, and III

Promotional opportunity procedures will include the following: Review of minimum qualifications Review of personnel file, including but not limited: attendance history, disciplinary history, and performance evaluations Testing/ Assessments: Oral Interview(s)

DEFINITION : Under direction, plans, schedules, assigns, evaluates, and serves as a first line working supervisor over an assigned crew responsible for performing wastewater plant operations duties within Operations; works closely with supervisory and/or management staff in planning, organizing and establishing work priorities; performs the more complex work assigned to the crew; and performs related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS : This first level working supervisory-level class exercises independent judgment on diverse and specialized maintenance and operations services at the District Wastewater Reclamation Plant, with accountability and ongoing decision-making responsibilities associated with the work. Incumbents are responsible for planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of staff and for providing technical support to supervisory staff in a variety of areas. Performance of the work requires the use of independence, initiative, and discretion within established guidelines.

Essential Functions

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of an assigned crew providing support to the Operators and other technical staff in Wastewater; ensures work performed meets quality standards and completed in a timely manner.Assumes responsibility for ensuring staff are properly trained in work procedures; observes employee work performance/skill sets and recommends appropriate training; monitors the effectiveness of training in meeting skill goals.Works with supervisory and management staff on the planning and implementation of preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance program; monitors maintenance operations to identify issues and schedule corrective maintenance.Assumes responsibility for evaluating employee performance; develops, prepares and delivers performance evaluations for assigned staff; confers with supervisor and manager on performance issues; within established authority, counsels employees, addresses and monitors performance issues and confers with supervisor on matters outside level of authority.Participates in and provides input into other personnel matters including grievances, disciplinary actions, and employee selection or promotions. Monitors activities of the work unit; identifies opportunities for improving service delivery and procedures; provides recommendations concerning process changes; reviews with appropriate supervisory staff; implements improvements.Monitors and controls the operation of wastewater process control including preliminary treatment, secondary process control, tertiary processes, chemical feeding equipment, and bio-solids; monitors SCADA systems and alarms.Assists with project management, inspects job sites and reviews work in progress to ensure quality completion, compliance with specifications, and conformance to work procedures. Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cvwd/classspecs for the full job description.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Education:

• Equivalent to a High School Diploma and Possession of a Foundational Leadership Certificate; or a minimum of 12 credit hours/units of Supervision/Managerial/Leadership courses from a CVWD approved program.

Experience:

• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in a wastewater treatment plant operation; and/or one (1) year in a lead or supervisory role.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of a valid California Driver License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of a Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate as issued by the State Water Resources Control Board, to be maintained throughout employment.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration and Other Requirements

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, discipline, and the training of staff in work procedures.
• Principles and practices of leadership.
• Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
• Job costing principles.
• Methods and techniques of conducting site inspections.
• Principles and practices of preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Principles, practices, methods, and operations of modern wastewater plants, electronic computerized and manual systems, pump repairs and installations.
• District and area geography, meteorological conditions, hydrography, and agricultural characteristics.
• Principles of water hydraulics.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and procedures relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
• Operational characteristics, and the safe and proper use of, machinery, tools, equipment, and materials necessary to perform assigned duties.

Ability to:

• Plan, assign, direct, oversee and supervise the work of an assigned crew.
• Oversee and supervise staff, provide training and development opportunities, ensure work is performed effectively, and evaluate performance in an objective and positive manner
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Read, understand, and prepare plan specifications and sketches.
• Recommend process and operational improvements and efficiencies in assigned areas.
• Complete job and work orders in a timely manner.
• Diagnose repairs needed on several types of equipment.
• Execute preventative maintenance program for the District.
• Identify and document equipment malfunctions on the delivery system to determine repairs needed.
• Conduct large scale replacement and repair projects; prepare accurate cost estimates for operation, maintenance, and repair projects.
• Prepare clear, effective, and accurate reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and written records of work performed.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

The Coachella Valley Water District provides a comprehensive, balanced, and competitive benefits package ensuring employees have many options to meet their healthcare, wellness and/or retirement savings goals. Providing employees with flexibility and support for all the different stages of life. Employees may pay some portion of their benefit premium costs based on the provisions of their labor-negotiated Memorandums of Understanding (MOU's) and the level of coverage they select. Additional information regarding CVWD employee benefits is available at https://www.cvwd.org/176/Benefits .

Closing Date/Time: 9/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$8,131.00 - $11,353.00 Monthly