Utility Superintendent (Operations)

Job Description:

Utility Superintendent (Operations)

Description

Full-time position available with the Water, Wastewater Treatment Division located 7300 Hawthorne Road
Salary Range: $7,268-$10,902/month
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday; 7:00a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: October 11, 2024


Responsibilities

• Supervises and participates in the operation of six major treatment facilities, seven flood stations and sixty-six pumping stations.
• Establishes operating procedures for the efficient operation of wastewater treatment facilities.
• Supervises and participates in troubleshooting problems with processes and equipment.
• Ensures proper priority is assigned to repair work by maintenance crews.
• Must have thorough knowledge of the operational principles and practices of the treatment facilities to which assigned; the operation and maintenance requirements of plant equipment, and various sampling, testing, and measuring equipment used by operations personnel; proper sample collection and handling procedures; all applicable federal and state regulations for the facilities to which assigned; records maintenance practices for plant operations.
• Must have considerable knowledge of pump station operation (all types), laboratory analysis procedures and interpretation of results, emergency procedures for injuries, power outages, equipment failures, flooding, etc.
• Must have an A Level Wastewater license.

Qualifications

REQUIRES high school graduation and 6 years' experience in building or water/wastewater utility construction, maintenance, repair, alteration, and cleaning work, including 3 years of supervisory experience. Must possess a valid State -issued driver's license in accordance with the City of KCMO policies. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer phyiscal examination as prescribed by the City. Must possess at least one of the certifications listed below within two years of moving into this job classification: Distribution System Level III (DS-III) License with the State of Missouri; Wastewater Collections system level A certification with the State of Missouri; Level A operator certification in water or wastewater issued by the Missouri Department of Natural Resourcesl Approved third party certification maintenance operations including: HVAC, welding, plumbing, electrical, machinist, mechanic etc.; Meter Testing or Repair Certification


Other Information

URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

Salary:

$7,268-$10,902/month