Plant Maintenance Administrator

REPORTS TO: Public Utilities Director or Environmental Engineer
FLSA STATUS: Exempt - Executive
CLASSIFICATION: Personnel System: Requires satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period.
PAY GRADE: 122
SAFETY SENSITIVE: Yes - Subject to random drug testing per the Athens-Clarke County Alcohol and Drug Ordinance.

Purpose of Job
The purpose of this job is to perform supervisory functions associated with directing the maintenance and repair of water reclamation plant and water treatment plant systems and mechanical equipment. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to supervising water reclamation plant and water treatment plant equipment operation maintenance and repair; maintaining electrical pneumatic and mechanical equipment; maintaining records; assisting instructing and disciplining assigned staff; and performing additional tasks as assigned.

Job Related Requirements
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Subject to call-back 24 hours per day 7 days a week.

May be required to work on religious holidays.

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Must work cooperatively with others.

When requirements include vehicle operation responsible for the safety readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACCs safe driving policy.

Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

High school diploma or equivalent with four years of experience involving water systems maintenance pump maintenance or other mechanical operations/maintenance required; or any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this position.

Two years of supervisory experience required.

Must possess a valid drivers license.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Supervises and evaluates assigned staff handles all employee concerns directing work assignments counseling and disciplining employees when necessary and completing employee performance appraisals.

Assigns maintenance related work orders to maintenance teams.

Oversees Plant Maintenance Operations Division budget.

Prepares and ensures contracts RFPs and Authorization for Payment forms are in compliance with ACC policies and procedures.

Trains employees in the operation maintenance and repair of water reclamation plant and water treatment plant equipment.

Maintains electrical pneumatic and mechanical equipment used in the wastewater and water treatment process.

Maintains adequate inventory of equipment and general supplies; requisitions equipment and parts.

Maintains daily and monthly records of supplies used inventory and operation and maintenance schedules.

Prepares reports and reviews forms for maintenance operations plant.

Monitors remote station security installations and equipment.

Receives and/or prepares letters reports correspondence forms and other documentation; reviews processes and/or forwards as appropriate; maintains files and logs; performs other clerical duties.

Answers the telephone; provides information advice and guidance; takes and relays messages and/or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.

Responds to routine requests for information from officials employees members of the staff the public or other individuals.

Prepares preventive maintenance schedules for pumps motors basins air compressors generators etc.

Conducts safety meetings and ensures all safety programs are implemented for maintenance operations.

Performs a variety of repair and maintenance procedures on telemetry and SCADA instrumentation.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles practices and procedures of the Athens-Clarke County Unified Government and the operations and functions of the Public Utilities Department.

Knowledge of practices policies and procedures as necessary in the completion of daily responsibilities.

Knowledge of all applicable laws ordinances policies standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the job.

Knowledge of and proficient in the use of computers.

Knowledge of state/federal laws and regulations governing the operation of water treatment systems and of Athens-Clarke County and department policies and procedures pertaining to wastewater or water treatment.

Knowledge of repair and maintenance techniques for pumps wells and motors.

Knowledge of the wastewater or water systems and of pneumatic equipment and general mechanical operations.

Knowledge of basic chemistry electricity and electronic circuitry.

Skill in planning management supervision public relations and oral and written communication.

Skill in reading blueprints circuit drawings and technical manuals.

Skill in preventive and corrective maintenance techniques.

Skill in operating various machinery and water filter plant equipment including pumps valves meters motors compressors boilers telephone etc.

Skill in organizational management human relations and technical techniques.

Skill in utilizing various software programs relevant to the position.

Ability to develop and administer operations and staff plans and objectives for the expedience and effectiveness of specific duties of the position.

Ability to keep abreast of any changes in policy methods operations budgetary and equipment needs etc. as they pertain to departmental operations and activities.

Ability to develop and administer policies procedures plans and activities and to monitor performance of subordinates against measured established goals.

Ability to develop and implement long-term goals for the department in order to promote effectiveness and efficiency.

Ability to effectively communicate and interact with subordinates management employees members of the general public and all other groups involved in the activities of the Athens-Clarke County Government as they relate to the Public Utilities Department.

Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise clear and effective manner.

Ability to inspect test and repair backflow devices.

Ability to use independent judgment and discretion in managing subordinates including the handling of emergency situations determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented setting priorities maintaining standards and resolving problems.

Ability to comprehend interpret and apply regulations procedures and related information.

Ability to handle required mathematical and statistical calculations.

ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process contact Leah Jagatic HR Coordinator Human Resources or.