Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Location : Public Works Administration Building, TX

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: FY24-2500023

Department: Public Works

Opening Date: 10/12/2024

Closing Date: 11/1/2024 5:00 PM Central

General Statement

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Water Utilities, the division manager will oversee day-to-day operations of the city's wastewater collection system lift stations. This position will also oversee the maintenance of equipment associated with the wastewater treatment plant, reclaimed water system, and public water system. These facilities shall be operated and maintained in accordance with all local, state, and federal rules and regulations. The division manager is responsible for supervising and directing operations staff in the safe and efficient operations of wastewater lift stations including SCADA operations. The division manager is required to be accessible by phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and respond to emergencies as needed, to include returning to public works facilities or other city facilities during disasters and emergencies as directed by the Director of Public Works; must live within 45 minutes of normal travel time to Kyle.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day maintenance and operations of wastewater lift stations.
• Oversee day-to-day maintenance of equipment associated with wastewater plant and public drinking water plant operations.
• Prepare reports compliant with the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
• Maintains records in accordance with TCEQ.
• Ability to troubleshoot and correct electrical, mechanical, and piping problems.
• Exercise sound judgement in times of crisis, as well as effectively communicate with other city staff and elected officials as needed.
• Represent the city during regulatory inspections, both planned and unannounced.
• Prepare annual budget reports for the division, work schedules, and on occasion attend city council meetings.
• Responsible for the selection and training process of new and current team members within the treatment division; responsible for the development and growth of division including but not limited to preparation and distribution of employee evaluations, training opportunities, and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Responsible for procurement of goods/services necessary for the operation and maintenance of the water and wastewater facilities.
• Organize and facilitate meetings with staff and contractors necessary for the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the water and wastewater facilities.
• Assist Engineering with the review of site plans, RFIs, and submittals for the design and construction of water and wastewater facilities.
• Regularly interact with City Management in a collaborative effort to meet the needs of and be transparent about the operations of the City of Kyle water and wastewater systems.
• Supervise other divisions during normally assigned manager's absence, as needed.
• Responsible for the fleet maintenance of all vehicles and equipment assigned to the division.
• Performs all other duties as duly assigned.

Qualifications, Experience, and/or Certifications Required

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in an environmental science discipline or closely related field preferred:
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in municipal wastewater lift station operations and maintenance. Minimum of three (3) years of supervision experience.
• TCEQ Class "C" Wastewater Treatment or Class II Wastewater Collection License required.
• TCEQ Class C Ground Water and/or Surface Water Treatment Operator License and/or Distribution License required within (2) years of employment.
• TCEQ Class A Wastewater Operator license preferred.
• Or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience which evidences a comprehensive knowledge of required job duties and expectations.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License with acceptable driving record.

Any individual who poses a direct threat to the health and safety of himself/herself or others in the workplace will be deemed not qualified for this position.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of maintenance principles for water & wastewater systems, and various types of SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of confined space entry.
• Knowledge of all TCEQ and EPA rules governing the operations of water and wastewater treatment.
• Knowledge in the procurement and bidding process, and legal requirement for each.
• Knowledge of Microsoft programs including Office 365, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Publisher.
• Ability to read and interpret design and construction plans.
• Ability to analyze problems and plan solutions.

• General operational knowledge, experience, and/or familiarity with all Public Works machinery and equipment is preferred.
• Written Communication - Able to read and interprets written information. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

• Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

• Organizations Support - Follow policies and procedures; develop and maintain standard operating procedures as needed.
• Judgment - Includes appropriate people in decision-making process.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently; ability to multitask various job assignments efficiently.
• Quantity - Meets productive standards; Completes work in timely manner.

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hand and arms; stoop or kneel; talk; hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and climb or balance. Must be able to climb over twenty (20) steps vertically to reach the top of the water treatment plant daily. This classification requires agility and balance to use ladders for accessing working location, ability to negotiate uneven and steep terrain, must be able to be mobile in partially constructed foundations and other construction spaces, and ability to enter confined spaces. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75lbs; 50lbs unassisted. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Any corrective eyewear required while operating a motor vehicle must be worn at all times while working.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; explosives; risk of radiation and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Employment with the City of Kyle is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications. Selected candidates for positions will be subject to a background investigation and to pre-employment drug screen, depending on the position, may require a physical assessment upon a conditional job offer.

TEAM KYLE BENEFITS!

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage - United Healthcare 100% Employee Paid Premiums
  • A portion of dependent premiums is covered by the City!
• Wellness Initiatives
• Virtual Doctor Visits 24/7
• Retirement - Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) **Restricted
• Mission Square - optional 457-deferred compensation plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• City-paid Life and AD&D Insurance, and Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Holidays
• Longevity Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement

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