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NEOGOV · 21 hours ago

Utility Shift Supervisor

Production & Pumping, KS

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$66K/yr - $122K/yr

3+ years exp

The City of Wichita is responsible for providing essential public services, and they are seeking a Utility Shift Supervisor to oversee the operation of a new water treatment plant. This role involves planning, directing, and reviewing the work of technical staff to ensure the production and delivery of safe drinking water.

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Responsibilities

Directs the operation and maintenance of the water treatment plant and on-site pump station

Manages and trains operations and maintenance personnel

Oversees staff who are responsible for adjusting water levels, flow rates, chemical dosages, and other water treatment processes

Responds to water quality concerns, troubleshoots treatment problems associated with pH, solids level, mixing intensity, chemical dosage, and biological processes, and directs appropriate corrective actions

Records information about plant performance on log sheets or computer databases

Coordinates plant maintenance while maintaining 24/7 operation of the plant

Creates, assigns, and reviews electronic work orders and maintenance records

Communicates and coordinates concerns about water quality and quantity with staff at all pump stations and at the Aquifer Storage & Recovery (ASR) Facility and Wellfield

Conducts research and provides consultative services as needed

Hires and evaluates staff, develops staff training plans, takes disciplinary action as needed, and recommends additions or changes in personnel

Reviews and approves employee leave and timesheets and recommends appropriate changes in employee pay

Maintains reference and resource materials

Implements safety regulations and assures conformance

Assures compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements

Assists staff with process control, operations & maintenance, and instrumentation tasks as needed

Monitors weather and forecasts daily water consumption and production requirements

The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive

The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional responsibilities as needed

Qualification

Water treatment operationsSupervisory experienceKansas Class IV certificationSCADA system knowledgeChemical dosage managementData interpretationBiologyChemistry knowledgeCommunication skillsTeam managementProblem-solving skills

Required

High school diploma

Three years of experience in water treatment and supply system operations or Industrial/Manufacturing Maintenance or Operations

One year of supervisory experience

Must have a Kansas Class IV Water Supply System Operator certification. If a candidate possesses a valid Supply System Operator certification from another state, the applicant must complete the reciprocal process within the first six (6) months of hire

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship

Knowledge of federal and state regulations pertaining to producing and distributing safe drinking water

Thorough knowledge of the principles of specialized water treatment operations

Knowledge of the functions and mechanics of pumps, chemical analyzers, and other equipment used in a water treatment plant

Basic understanding of the principals of biology and chemistry as they relate to water treatment

Ability to use a computer to access, interpret and record information

Ability to find, understand, and interpret data from the Supervisory, Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and the Geographic Information System (GIS)

Ability to tolerate exposure to airborne environmental nuisances associated with open grounds, exposure to chemicals used in water treatment, exposure to adverse weather conditions, and equipment and machinery noise (with the use of earplugs)

Ability to monitor, evaluate and respond to SCADA information

Ability to walk variable distances multiple times per shift and climb stairs and ladders and to bend, twist, push, pull and reach as necessary to evaluate equipment/instrumentation function

Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds

Ability to read and interpret technical manuals

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments and representatives of outside agencies

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license

Ability to maintain a valid Kansas Class IV Water Supply System Operator certification or acquire within six (6) months of hire

Ability to be on call up to 24 hours per day

An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

Preferred

Bachelor's degree

One year of experience in water treatment and supply system operations

One year of supervisory experience

Benefits

VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.

HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.

SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.

HEALTH INSURANCE – UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.

DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered – Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.

LIFE INSURANCE – Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.

SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE – Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE– The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.

VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT – Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.

RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS – Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.

LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE – This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.

MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES - Deferred Compensation Investment Program, Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA), Bereavement Pay, Employee Emergency Assistance Fund, Voluntary Shared Leave Program, Training Programs, Longevity Pay, Credit Union, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Injury Leave (on-job injury), Community Volunteer Events