Water System Maintenance Foreperson

SUMMARY/PURPOSE

To coordinate schedule and perform maintenance and repair work on the City of Duluth Water Plant and pump stations with Water Plant Operators assigned personnel and other related staff. Oversee Water Plant and related facility maintenance and maintenance projects and ensure satisfactory completion of projects and maintenance activities.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The supervisor makes assignments by defining objectives priorities and deadlines and assists incumbents with unusual situations which do not have clear precedents. Incumbents plan and carry out the successive steps and handle problems and deviations in the work assignment in accordance with instructions policies previous training or accepted practices in the occupation.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

Does not have direct supervisory responsibility but does have significant oversight of employees or projects that require delegation and direction over the work of others.

1. Act as first point of contact for emergency and corrective issues with operations/systems and make appropriate contact with proper vendors contractors or City staff.

2. Act on behalf of the Water Plant Supervisor upon request or during absence.

3. Oversee assigned personnel projects and implementation of Geographical Information System (GIS) and asset management work order system.

4. Lead and coordinate assigned Water Plant and/or pump stations maintenance projects and staff within the defined project scope.

5. Plan schedule and prioritize installation and maintenance projects through to completion.

6. Provide direction and assistance to staff contractors vendors and others involved in operations system and project problem solving.

7. Communicate project and maintenance information to applicable staff.

8. Organize inspect and perform maintenance installation repair and modification of the Water Plant and pump station.

9. Identify and predict maintenance projects before equipment failure occurs.

10. Prioritize and process information pertaining to emergency maintenance needs by coordinating personnel and equipment to worksites.

11. Make initial assessments of an emergency and determine degree of danger damage urgency and inconvenience involved.

12. Oversee work activities at worksites providing direction requiring corrective and emergency repairs to service with established methods guidelines equipment and procedures.

13. Monitor worksites to ensure safety and compliance with established methods guidelines equipment and procedures.

14. Train employees in safe and correct work procedures.

15. Review and/or develop preventive maintenance schedules for pumps and related equipment.

16. Operate Treatment Plant as necessary.

17. Assist with lab activities/samples (lead copper bacteria jar tests labs etc.) as determined by Lab Chemist/Supervisor.

18. Be an effective team member by exhibiting self-motivation supporting other employees in handling tasks interacting effectively and respectfully with others showing a desire to contribute to the team effort accepting assignments willingly and completing tasks within agreed upon timelines.

19. Coordinate with various City departments other government agencies and community groups to develop methods of sharing resources minimizing duplication and simplifying procedures.

20. Provide training on new or modified procedures and policies to all affected parties.

21. Coordinate and perform emergency corrective and preventative maintenance and programs for the City.

22. In collaboration with the supervisor organize and direct the work activities of assigned team and determine work priorities assignments and work schedules.

23. Provide input on decisions regarding the hiring processes and onboarding procedures of personnel.

24. Establish and maintain positive working relationship with the supervisor and employees by maintaining two-way communication producing consistent results advocating for the team when appropriate and offering expertise to improve processes systems and the organization.

25. Other duties may be assigned.

A. A minimum of five (5) years of full-time verifiable professional experience operating at a Class A or B water treatment facility/system performing inspections preventative emergency or corrective maintenance.

B. Project management experience preferred.

C. Leadership experience preferred.

License Requirements

A. Possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D drivers license or privilege.

B. Obtain a State of Minnesota Special Engineer Boiler Operators License within one (1) year of hire date and maintain thereafter.

C. Posession of Minnesota Class A or B Water Supply System Operators Certificate.

Education/Experience Review (100% of scoring process; 70 pass point): Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be rated based on the type (relatedness) and extent of their education and experience as documented on their application and/or supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who pass this exam will have their names placed on an eligible list for this classification.

Non-Discrimination
The City of Duluth is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin sex marital status familial status age sexual orientation status with regard to public assistance disability genetic information veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Alternative Exam Process(does not apply to Charter Appointment provisional temporary or part-time non-union selections)
For individuals who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) alternative examination processes are available on an individual basis upon prior arrangement. Contact Human Resources at as soon as possible prior to the scheduled date of the exam. TDD services are available through .

Work Eligibility
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 the City of Duluth requires verification of identity and work eligibility at the point of hire.

Right to Appeal (does not apply to Charter Appointment provisional temporary or part-time non-union selections)
Any applicant who has been found qualified to participate in a selection process for a position in the classified service who has reason to contest the validity or fairness of any step in the selection process may appeal to the Civil Service Board within 10 calendar days of the examination. (If the examination is an Education/Experience Review the applicant must appeal within 10 calendar days of the closing date for accepting applications.) The notice of appeal shall be in writing shall contain a complete statement of the matter in controversy and the relief requested and shall be signed and dated by the appellant. The notice shall be addressed to the Civil Service Board and be delivered to the Human Resources Office. If an applicant wishes to file an appeal electronically the notice should be sent by email to .

VETERANS PREFERENCE
Does not apply to Charter Appointment provisional seasonal temporary or part-time non-union selections

OPEN SELECTIONS
If claiming veterans preference please attach to your application (via file upload)a copy of all documents required for the option that applies to you:

Veteran
1.) Member Copy 4 DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge.

Disabled Veteran
1.) Member Copy 4 DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge;
2.) FL-802 FL 21-802 or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Boards written decision of a compensation rating of 10% or greater dated within 12 months.

Spouse of Disabled Veteran
1.) Copy of Marriage Certificate;
2.) Member Copy 4 DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge;
3.) FL-802 FL 21-802 or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Boards written decision of a compensation rating of 10% or greater dated within 12 months. (Eligible only if the veteran is unable to qualify for the specific position being applied for as a result of the service-connected disability.)

Spouse of Deceased Veteran
1.) Copy of Marriage Certificate;
2.) Death Certificate or other proof of death;
3.) Member Copy 4 DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge. If Disabled Veteran also include
4.) FL-802 FL 21-802 or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Boards written decision of a compensation rating of 10% or greater dated within 12 months. (Eligible only if applicant has not remarried and the veteran died during active duty or as a result of an injury received from active duty.)

Preference points will be added to Veteran Spouse of Disabled or Deceased Veteran or Disabled Veterans score only if the applicant successfully completes all phases of the exam process and Human Resources has received all supporting documentation.

PROMOTIONAL OR INTERNAL SELECTIONS
If claiming veterans preference please attach to your application (via file upload) a copy of the documents listed below:

Disabled Veteran
1.) Member Copy 4 DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge;
2.) FL-802 FL 21-802 or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Boards written decision of a compensation rating of 50% or greater dated within 12 months.

Preference points will be awarded to Disabled Veterans score one time on first promotional or internal only selection process after securing City employment and only if the applicant successfully completes all phases of the exam process and Human Resources has received all supporting documentation.

Please refer toMinnesota Statute 197.455for additional information about Veterans Preference.