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JOB SUMMARY

Oversees the maintenance of wastewater treatment plant high voltage equipment, substations, various electrical controls, instrumentation, programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and other electronic equipment. Serves as a primary contact for plant electrical, instrument, and process control systems equipment repairs. Plans and allocates resources to align with plant operational, maintenance, financial and strategic objectives. Directs and supervises the work of related maintenance employees. Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for managing the plant’s electrical and instrumentation equipment. Promotes and drives the electrical and instrumentation aspects of the maintenance program using asset management techniques. Communicates technical information for problem diagnosis and problem resolution to staff and contractors. Reads and interprets complex information from manuals, diagrams and schematics to perform maintenance repair and replacement activities for plant equipment and facilities.

• Provides standard maintenance procedures for electrical and instrumentation staff. Consults with the Asset Reliability Manager to establish preventive maintenance procedures and schedules. Schedules, assigns and supervises in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment including switchgear, PLCs and electrical motors. Oversees the troubleshooting and repairs of electrical and electronic circuits and equipment to 4160 volts. Supervises the installation of conduit, wiring, relays, metering equipment, control and timing devices.

• Plans the electrical and instrumentation maintenance program activities and coordinates repair work with plant operations. Inspects plant equipment at regular intervals to determine necessary repairs. Reviews operating reports and inspection records to identify faulty equipment. Plans the electrical maintenance program activities including preparing job plan specifications and cost estimates for electrical systems. Maintains records of electrical maintenance, repair and inspection activities. Plans layout and design of new electrical and instrumentation systems. Modifies existing electrical, instrumentation and process control systems.

• Monitors contracted upgrades for construction and maintenance operation. Develops and prepares project status and performance reports. Prepares reports, forms, correspondence and related documentation regarding assigned operations. Ensures that all required forms and reports are properly completed and filed in a timely manner.

• Works with management to develop specification for equipment purchases. Provides input on design of new equipment. Initiates requisitions for supplies, parts and materials. Communicates with various vendors, Operation & Maintenance, and Engineering personnel regarding electrical and instrumentation equipment specifications and purchases.

• Responsible for leading, developing and engaging the plant electrical and instrumentation team. Prioritizes and distributes assignments and prepares daily work schedules. Responsible for initiating the selection and promotion process. Provides coaching, mentoring and managing of performance of staff. Trains electrical and instrumentation personnel as to methods and procedures, standards of performance and other factors affecting work. Responsible for assessing performance, provides constructive feedback, documents discipline issues and takes corrective action as needed. Responsible for maintaining positive morale, resolving disputes and maintaining discipline of staff. Holds grievance or disciplinary hearings as needed. Responsible for time tracking including approving time worked and time off requests in Human Resource Information System. Ensures effective health, safety, environmental and preventive maintenance programs are in place to achieve plant and organizational goals and compliance with all related requirements. Responsible for supervising work of contractors, as needed.

• Participates in the development of an annual budget and budget meetings. Responsible for monitoring the budget expenses throughout the year and provides recommendations to the Assistant Superintendent and Plant Maintenance Manager II.

• Ensures proper usage of emergency response plans and actively participates in crisis management response drills.

• Performs skilled electrical and instrumentation maintenance work in emergency situations.

• Keeps informed of new technology, trends and techniques in electrical and instrumentation maintenance industries.

• Communicates regularly with electrical and instrumentation staff and other District employees to ensure effective two-way communication concerning electrical and instrumentation maintenance issues.

• Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

Candidate must possess an associate degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology or Apprenticeship OR the candidate must have completed formal maintenance training.

Experience

• Candidate must possess three (3) years of electrical and instrumentation maintenance experience beyond apprenticeship, formal training or associate degree.

• Supervising, managing or leading various people, projects and/or programs, experience is preferred.

• Wastewater experience is preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS

Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving record in accordance with the District’s acceptable guidelines.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Candidate must possess operational knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs), electrical, instrumentation and electronic systems.

• Candidate must possess the ability to instruct, train and coach others to include District processes and maintenance operating systems is required.

• Candidate must be able to work independently and make decisions relative to electric maintenance and work methods.

• Candidate must have the ability to work effectively with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and instruct others on its operation.

• Candidate must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consultants, supervisors, co-workers and other employees throughout the District.

• Candidate must be able to read and interpret schematic diagrams, blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

• Candidate must understand and apply a variety of technical instructions in text, mathematical or diagram form.

• Candidate must possess effective communication skills (written and verbal), as well as a superior commitment to high quality service to all levels within the organization and to external organizations, partners and customers.

• Candidate must possess attention to detail and organizational skills, time management and multi-tasking skills to work on multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Candidate must have the ability to perform related tasks using Microsoft Office suite.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

During the course of performing the essential functions of this position the employee must be able to compare, compute, analyze, synthesize, copy, compile, coordinate, negotiate and instruct. Ability to communicate while exhibiting strong interpersonal skills is required. Physical work will need to be performed, such as standing, sitting, balancing, kneeling, crawling, handling, feeling, hearing, walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, reaching, fingering and talking. Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. on an occasional basis may be necessary. Position will require visual demands of near acuity, depth perception, far acuity, color vision and accommodation. The position requires office, site and field work. For safety reasons hearing and hearing protection is required. While working in the field or plant the employee will be exposed to extreme weather, extreme heat that is non-weather related, atmospheric conditions, vibrations, extreme cold that is non-weather related, wet and/or humid, hazards and confined/restricted working environments. Position required to sometimes perform confined space entry on the job. Employee must possess the ability to wear required respiratory protection devices in accordance with the District’s policy, including not having facial hair that interferes with the facepiece-to-face seal. High voltage switching and working in substations is common in this position.

Pay Range: USD, Commensurate with Experience

$72,701 - $90,875

Our Employee Benefits & Wellness Programs

We offer a comprehensive employee benefits package including Health Insurance Coverage, Various Retirement Planning Options (Ohio Public Employee Retirement System and Deferred Compensation Plans), Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Free Parking at our facilities, Corporate Discounts, and more! We also have an active Health & Wellness Program that promotes a life/work balance.

NEORSD supports the use of hybrid work as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity and better prepares the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for hybrid work. hybrid eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.

DISCLAIMER: The information outlined in this job description indicates the general nature and type of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities or competencies required of employees within this classification.

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