Position
Under direction of the Facilities Manager, the Electrical/Instrumentation Supervisor plans, coordinates, and supervises the maintenance and repair work of District buildings, structures and grounds, electrical, and control systems. The Electrical/Instrumentation Supervisor develops and implements the Computer Maintenance Management program and ensures compliance with all applicable codes and standards. Exercises supervision over electrical/instrumentation technicians, and performs other related duties as required.
The recruitment process will consist of an application screening, 1st round (structured) interview, and 2nd round (selection) interview. The tentative date ranges for the interviews are listed below:
1st Round Interview Date Range: June 24 - 28, 2024
2nd Round Interview Date Range: July 8 - 12, 2024
Candidates will be notified of their status in the recruitment process via e-mail.
Essential Duties
Plans, organizes and supervises the work of maintenance personnel and major projects, ensures proper work procedure, safety practices, and compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
Establishes and maintains a work order system; prioritizes and assigns work; reviews and interprets plans and specifications; discusses needs with work request originator; evaluates, plans and lays out larger jobs and prepares estimates of materials, equipment, and staff needs.
Plans, supervises and performs the most complex work in the repair of engines, electric motors, electric switchgear systems, generators, and process control equipment and instrumentation.
Interviews and recommends selection of candidates, prepares and conducts employee evaluations, conducts informal counseling on work issues, prepares documentation and improvement plans to address work performance problems/deficiencies, and recommends and carries out approved disciplinary actions.
Develops the CMMS Computer Maintenance Management program for all District systems and equipment; evaluates new and existing equipment, manufacturer specifications and operating history; evaluates, and recommends purchases; monitors and approves expenditures.
Develops maintenance and repair schedules, procedures and standards to ensure reliability, safety, and compliance with safety, building and administrative codes and regulations. Prepares and maintains a variety of records and reports related to District building, pump stations, tanks, radio systems and electrical distribution systems.
Evaluates the need for outside repair and maintenance services; recommends, establishes and supervises contracts for vendor services.
Assists in the preparation of a prudent, reasonable annual maintenance budget and monitors it to ensure expenditures are within budget.
Ensures adherence and compliance with safety and health policies and procedures as well as safety state and federal laws and regulations; trains employees and monitors safety practices; periodically evaluates worksites to ensure safe conditions; attends all required safety trainings/meetings.
Qualifications
DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE OF AND PERFORMANCE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
- Principles and practices of supervision including work planning, direction, and personnel management practices;
- Principles, methods, materials and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment plants, waste water collection systems, water transmission and distribution systems or related industrial facility systems (e.g. HVAC systems, process control systems, electrical and plumbing systems, etc.);
- Electrical and mechanical theory and practice;
- Plant processes and operations to determine work priorities;
- Instrumentation microprocessors and computers used to monitor process operations;
- Principles and methods of an effective preventive maintenance program;
- Principles and methods of computerized maintenance management systems;
- Safety and safe working practices for maintenance;
- Building, safety, security, fire protection, electrical and other applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards for water maintenance operations.
ABILITY TO: - Assure employees are utilized in an effective and efficient manner;
- Plan, direct, and personally perform skilled maintenance and repair work on equipment;
- Assess labor and time requirements to perform the work;
- Work collaboratively and cooperatively in a team environment;
- Diagnose and repair a variety of electronic, electrical, and mechanical equipment;
- Provide clear verbal communications and prepare technical reports and memoranda in a well constructed and concise manner;
- Train and coach assigned personnel in a continuous improvement environment;
- Assure employees provide maintenance services in a cooperative, professional, and timely manner;
- Establish and maintain positive, cooperative working relationships with employees, contractors and vendors.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: - Operate safety devices and equipment and apply proper safety procedures in hazardous environments;
- Ascend and descend ladders and stairs;
- Tolerate physical presence at height of up to 100 feet on catwalks and walkways of large structures; withstand periods of physical exposure to fumes, odors, dust, and pollen without incapacitating adverse effects;
- Safely enter and leave confined spaces;
- Ability to travel to different sites and locations.
Training and Experience Guidelines
Any combination of training and experience, which demonstrates attainment of the required knowledge and ability to perform the required work (with reasonable accommodation, if needed), typically:
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or equivalent, and coursework in engineering, construction, facilities administration or a related field from an accredited college or university.
EXPERIENCE:
Six (6) years of facility/instrumentation/electrical equipment maintenance experience, at least two (2) years of which were at a lead or supervisory level in a water/wastewater facility or other heavy industrial facility.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:
A valid California class C driver's license must be maintained at all times. A class A license may be required.
DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:
California State Department of Industrial Relations Electrical Certification
State of California Grade IV Water Distribution Certification
State of California Grade IV Water Treatment Certification
CWEA Grade IV Mechanical Technician Certification
CWEA Grade IV Electrical/Instrumentation Certification
It is the policy of the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District to ensure equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of their race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, mental or physical impairment, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, or age (except where a bona fide occupational qualification). The District will act to ensure equal treatment to all persons in matters affecting recruitment, hiring, promotion, discipline, compensation, assignment, benefits, training, and layoff practices, and any other matters affecting employment with the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District. The same policy applies to all qualified Vietnam- era veterans, disabled veterans or other persons with disabilities that are capable of performing a particular job with reasonable accommodation to their disability.
In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process please notify the Human Resources Division, in writing, upon applying.
