WATER PLANTS MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

**THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT CITY OF MILWAUKEE EMPLOYEES ONLY**

The Water Plants Maintenance Supervisor provides technical assistance and supervision for the maintenance staff at both water treatment plants. 

Procurement

• Using City of Milwaukee purchasing procedures, procure supplies, parts, equipment and tools for multimillion-gallon pumps, large valves, complex control systems, piping, and heating and ventilation equipment.
• Provide detailed research for service order and contracted services, develop project scope of work documents, solicit quotes, evaluate the expertise of potential service providers and recommend suppliers, vendors and/or contractors to management and Engineering.
• Follow up with contractors and vendors for work being performed at plant facilities.
• Coordinate maintenance activities and schedules with other City departments.
• Review Interdepartmental Requisition and Invoices (IRI) for accuracy.
• Complete detailed records throughout the procurement process and maintain documentation.

Special Maintenance Projects

• Assist with special maintenance projects by researching products, vendors and contractors; provide plant maintenance history data, records and plans for complex plant equipment and systems.
• Coordinate maintenance activities and the development of preventative maintenance procedures and records for equipment, pumps, cranes and forklifts, and plant schedules for equipment modifications, renovations and/or replacements.

Records Management and Plan Review

• Coordinate plant facilities records, specifications and plans with Engineering, evaluate equipment performance and replacement needs, and maintain detailed records.
• Review plans and prints to provide expertise and assistance for projects at plant facilities.

Program Management

• Manage the Water Plant Waste Management Disposal Program for the treatment plants, pumping stations and booster stations; follow MWW’s waste disposal procedures, coordinate waste storage and disposal activities and maintain required records.

Management Assistance

• Assist in the management of the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) records relative to preventative and demand work orders for equipment, building and grounds; equipment history and repair costs; preventative maintenance schedules and standards and replacement schedules.
• Assist with coordinating, maintaining and updating MWW equipment in the CMMS.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

Please be advised that new employees are required to have received either both doses of the Moderna or Pfizer or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine prior to their employment start date or have an approved religious or medical accommodation prior to their employment start date. You can find further information relative to the City’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy here.

• Must be physically able to climb ladders and gain access to difficult and confined space areas around mechanical equipment, building systems and roofs.
• Must be able to ascend to heights such as rooftops of water tanks and buildings and enter areas below ground such as underground pumping facilities and coagulation basins.
• Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds to move objects.
• Must be able to participate in an emergency on-call rotation and respond to emergency call outs for assistance outside of regular business hours.
• Must be able to work for extended hours to respond to emergencies.
• Must be able to travel from one MWW location to another in variable weather conditions.
• Must be able to supervise an around-the-clock, 365 day per year operation.

This position works in the field approximately 25% of the time.

1. Regular status as a City of Milwaukee employee, having successfully completed a probationary period for a civil service position, or status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed term position.
2. Associate degree in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), mechanical engineering, facilities management, construction technology, architectural studies, or a closely related technical or mechanical field from an accredited college or university.
3. Three years of experience in the maintenance and repair of large, complex or industrial facilities, preferably in water treatment, which includes one year of experience performing duties as a lead worker.
4. Valid driver’s license at time of appointment and maintained throughout employment.  An Automobile allowance is provided.
5. City of Milwaukee Fourth Class Stationary Engineers Permit within one (1) year of appointment and throughout employment.

NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered however, the one year of experience performing lead or supervisor responsibilities is required and may not be substituted with education. 

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

• WI-DNR Distribution Operator Certification.

Technical

• Knowledge of high-pressure water pumping, power plant and water treatment plant equipment and processes.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate computer maintenance management systems.
• High level of mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans and specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret job-related documents and technical publications.
• Knowledge of mathematics and the ability to make accurate calculations.
• Ability to utilize standard computer software and programs such as word processing, spreadsheet and databases to create documents and prepare reports.
• Ability to learn the City’s purchasing process and DPW contracting procedures.
• Knowledge of and commitment to safe work procedures.
• Ability to effectively supervise contractors engaged in maintenance and contracted services; ability to uphold decisions made by the Department, contractor compliance and satisfactory complaint resolution.

Communication and Interpersonal

• Ability to express oneself clearly in interactions with others and positively represent the department with staff, management, contractors, vendors and the public.
• Ability to prepare accurate correspondence, specifications, and reports.
• Ability to work cooperatively, effectively, and fairly with coworkers and residents whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.

Supervisory

• Ability to foster an environment of inclusion wherein all employees are treated respectfully, are valued for their strengths, and feel that they can safely express themselves.
• Ability to effectively use training and supervision to lead, develop and guide staff members to success.
• Ability to encourage positive cross-sectional and cross-departmental operations.
• Ability to assign duties, set performance standards, monitor work in progress, evaluate performance, and make hiring recommendations.
• Ability to foster an environment of inclusion wherein all employees are treated respectfully, are valued for their strengths, and feel that they can safely express themselves.

Professional, Problem Solving and Judgment

• Ability to work independently
• Skill in planning, organization and time management.
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills to handle complex issues as they arise.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while handling multiple priorities.
• Ability to accomplish goals in a changing environment.
• Ability to handle emergency situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Ability to maintain complete confidentiality.
• Ability to demonstrate honest, ethical behavior and use of sound judgement.
• Ability to be detail oriented and accurate while adhering to deadlines.
• Professionalism, dependability, integrity and a positive, team-oriented attitude.

The current salary range (PG 1FX) is $85,502-$90,976 annually, and the current resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee resident is $88,067- 93,520 annually.  Appointment will be made in accordance with the provisions of the salary ordinance.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of related education, experience and accomplishments, an evaluation of written communication, interviews, and/or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations and the Milwaukee Water Works reserve the right to call only the most qualified candidates to proceed in the selection process. Information from the selection process will be used to make a hiring decision. Selected candidates will be transferred and/or promoted to the position.

INITIAL FILING DATE – The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the selection process at the time and place designated by the hiring authority.

NOTE: Transfer/Promotional Opportunities and Promotional Examinations are not open to Milwaukee Public Schools employees or to the public. Only current City of Milwaukee employees and civilian personnel in MFD and MPD hired through a City Service Commission process who have successfully passed a probationary period for a Civil Service position or who have status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed term position will be considered. Individuals with exempt, provisional, temporary, or emergency appointments are not eligible for transfer.

APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting, www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.

• Applications should be submitted no later than the deadline listed above.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.