Employment Opportunities Title:
Manager Plant Operations - Wastewater

Post Date
5/20/2019

Expiration Date
8/18/2019

Details:
Applications will be accepted on-line from May 8, 2019 until the position is filled at the website address https://pueblowestmetro.com/172/Job-Opportunities

Job Summary


Under the supervision of the Director of Utilities, performs and oversees the daily activities of the Wastewater Treatment Division of the Water Enterprise. Assists or supervises the Water Treatment Division as requested or assigned.

Work involves all aspects of operation and maintenance of the Wastewater treatment system. All work must be in compliance with applicable regulations and standards. An employee proceeds independently to complete assignments, coordinating matters as needed and resolving most problems encountered in the work; only new, policy or personnel matters are referred to others.



Essential Job Functions



Performs as Water Treatment Manager in his/her absence
Performs all the duties of a Plants Operator with proficiency
Supervises all lower classifications in operations including but not limited to training, job assignments, evaluation and corrective/disciplinary action
Produce a work schedule for operations personnel and make adjustments as necessary
All work must be in compliance with applicable polices, rules, regulations and laws


Other Duties


Assist the Utilities Director in the department budget preparation and assures operations are performed within the Board approved budget. May be required to attend job related meetings outside the District

Performs related duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Knowledge



Knowledge of principles, practices, materials and equipment used in water and wastewater treatment


Skills



Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, Excel, Word and PowerPoint


Abilities



Ability to operate equipment in a safe manner; to maintain effective working relationships with persons at all levels, to write and speak clearly and concisely


Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be considered.)



Education/Certifications Required



High school diploma or G.E.D.
Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Class “R” driver’s license.
Must have and maintain Colorado Class “B” Water and Class “B” Wastewater certifications or the ability to acquire within six months from the date of appointment to this position.
Minimum Experience Required



Six years of progressively responsible related experience at least two of which in a supervisory capacity, and at least four years as a Plants Operator


Special Requirements



Must provide own safety footwear. Must be available by telephone or other communication device


Physical Demands



Frequent use of keyboard devices, frequently requires heavy lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, crawling, crouching and climbing, field visits require walking over uneven or rough terrain



Unusual Demands



Employee is subject to reoccurring deadlines and interruptions, subject to work hazards and unpleasant conditions, occasionally works unusual hours, weekend and holidays, occasional exposure to inclement weather, occasionally required to work beyond normally secluded work hours. Employee may be required to participate in a stand by or on call duty as necessary



Work Schedule



Regular organizational business hours are Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm.





PWMD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employer:
Pueblo West Metropolitan District
Contact:
Aric Ward

Address:
781 E. Industrial Blvd

Work Phone:
7195475015

Email:
award@pwmd-co.us

Website:
https://pueblowestmetro.com/172/Job-Opportunities