Salary : $48,838.40 - $61,048.00 Annually

Location : Laredo, TX

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: A244210-14

Department: Utilities

Division: Wastewater Treatment

Opening Date: 08/16/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Job Description

Supervises employees performing preventive maintenance and repairs on water and wastewater treatment plant equipment. Assigns daily work activities and schedules preventive maintenance work orders. Ensures proper work methods and safety procedures are followed. Maintains inventory of essential parts, materials, and tools.

Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff. Supervisory functions include: makes hiring and termination decisions; prioritizes assignments and directs work; develops and oversees employee work schedules and approves time away from work; provides and/or facilitates employee training and development; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; completes employee performance appraisals; determines or makes recommendations regarding new hire salaries and salary changes; and acts as liaison between employees and management.
• Schedules work orders for preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Ensures work orders are complete and safety procedures are followed.
• Coordinates with Plant Management to address repairs and ongoing issues.
• Acquires quotes on materials, parts, and subcontracted work.
• Performs related work as required.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of tools, equipment, parts, and products utilized
• Knowledge of repair techniques and methods
• Knowledge of construction
• Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including computers and applicable software
• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of employee supervision

Skills and Abilities:

• Skill in mechanical repairs and operations
• Skill in planning, organization, and time management
• Ability to comply with directions from management
• Ability to make informed decisions and demonstrate sound judgement
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Effort Requirements
Position will have the following exposures

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations
Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments

Sometimes

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)

Frequently

• Construction site
• Confined space
• Warehouse environment
• Other: ______

Often

• Outdoor environment

Exposures
Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Seldom

• Individuals with known violent backgrounds

Sometimes

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

Frequently

• Other

Often

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Communicable diseases
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Travel
Position will require the employee to travel

Never

• International travel

Seldom

• National travel

Sometimes

• Regional travel

Often

• Local travel

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• At least five (5) years of experience in utility maintenance, mechanical troubleshooting, maintenance of water or wastewater treatment plants
• At least two (2) years of supervising personnel

Valid Licenses and Certifications

Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:

• 10 days of paid vacation per year
• 6 1/2 days sick leave per year
• Pension plan
• 16 paid Holidays
• Paid health*
• Dental plan*
• Life insurance*

*30 day waiting period

For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at: under Employee Benefits

01

Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?

• I am a full-time City of Laredo employee
• I am a part-time City of Laredo
• I am not a full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee

02

What is your highest level of education?

03

Do you have five (5) years of experience in utility maintenance, mechanical troubleshooting, maintenance of water or wastewater treatment plants?

• Yes
• No

04

From the experience you provided on your application, list the name of the agencies you performed these duties with:Note: Do not answer this question with "See Resume" or "See Application". Doing so will automatically disqualify your application from the process.

05

Do you have two (2) years of supervising personnel?

• Yes
• No

06

From the experience you provided on your application, list the name of the agencies you supervised personnel with:Note: Do not answer this question with "See Resume" or "See Application". Doing so will automatically disqualify your application from the process.

07

I understand that failure to complete ALL sections of my application, including the "Driver License" (if appicable), "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), "Agency-Wide Questions", and "Job Specific Supplemental Questions" will result in my application not being processed.

• I have read and understood the above information.
• I have read and do not understand the above information. I will contact the Human Resources Department for further explanation.

Required Question