Facilities & Maintenance Supervisor, WPCF

Town of Groton; Poquonock Bridge (CT); On-site; USD 86,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Employer HSA contribution

Traditional Pension, or 457 Defined

Job summary

The Town of Groton seeks a Facilities & Maintenance Supervisor for the WPCF to lead the maintenance division and oversee the town's wastewater collection system and treatment facility. The role focuses on asset management, staff supervision, and complex capital projects in a public works setting.

The incumbent will supervise crews, manage budgets, ensure environmental compliance, and coordinate with stakeholders to minimize interruptions and respond to inquiries, all in a non-union, exempt

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with 6 years wastewater/water plant maintenance or a Bachelor’s with 4 years in related work.
• Experience with maintenance management systems, spreadsheets, word processing, and databases.
• Ability to communicate with maintenance staff and supervise complex tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and asset management of the Town's wastewater collection system and treatment facility.
• Supervise maintenance crews, inspect equipment, manage contracts and budgets, and control inventory.
• Administer training, performance evaluations, safety rules, and regulatory compliance coordination.

Skills

Maintenance management systems

MS Office / spreadsheets

Communication

Education

Associate’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Facilities & Maintenance Supervisor, WPCF
Location: Groton

Facilities & Maintenance Supervisor WPCF

$86,370.65 – $120,918.91/DOQ

The Town of Groton Connecticut seeks a dedicated, proactive, and experienced leader to fill the role of Facilities and Maintenance Supervisor in our Water Pollution Control Facility. The Facilities & Maintenance Supervisor will lead the maintenance division and will work on the management and asset preservation of the town's wastewater collection system and treatment facility, oversee staff and complex capital projects, and partner with a diverse group of stakeholders to ensure environmental compliance. This is a non-union, exempt, full-time position in a key municipal department supporting Groton, an economic driver of southeastern Connecticut!

Groton is located on the shoreline in southeastern Connecticut and is home to a diverse community that celebrates inclusivity. The Town is active in economic development and diversification, and is conveniently located midway between New York and Boston. Groton boasts diverse educational options, historic sites, attractions, and outdoor spaces, for a balanced quality of life.

The Town of Groton is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels; it is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and encourages all individuals to apply.

The total rewards package for this position includes the following:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Employer HSA contribution
• Traditional Pension, or 457 Defined Contribution, Retirement Plan
• Optional Deferred Compensation plans (Roth IRA or 457(b))
• Employer sponsored life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness activities and resources
• Generous accrued leave time (Vacation and Sick)
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• The Town is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Facilities and Maintenance Supervisor - WPCF operates under the direction of the Superintendent of Water Pollution Control Facility, carrying responsibility for the maintenance, repair, and asset management of the Town's wastewater collection system and treatment facility. This role involves evaluating facility and collection system assets to plan maintenance schedules, overseeing asset management programs, and assisting in system analysis and major capital projects. The supervisor directs maintenance and repair crews, inspects equipment, manages contractor specifications and budgets, and oversees inventory control and parts procurement. Additionally, the position administers employee training, performance evaluations, and collective bargaining agreements while enforcing safety rules. Sharing responsibility for regulatory compliance, the supervisor ensures adherence to laws and the facility's NPDES permit, maintains effective relationships with officials, the public, and co-workers, and coordinates with the Operations Supervisor to minimize treatment interruptions and respond to public inquiries and concerns.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The skills and knowledge required would usually be acquired with an Associate’s Degree in Engineering or related field, and a minimum of six (6) years’ overall experience in wastewater/water plant maintenance work or closely related field or a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and four (4) years overall experience in wastewater/water plant maintenance work or closely related field. A combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the responsibilities of this position may be considered in lieu of stated education and experience requirements.

Working knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems, spreadsheets, word processing, and databases preferred. Ability to work in extreme weather conditions, including heat or cold with temperatures sufficiently high or low to cause marked bodily discomfort required. Ability to communicate with maintenance staff, and to give instructions in mechanical, electrical and instrumentation repair work. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

Must possess and maintain a Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Supervisory experience in a unionized environment preferred.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Review and screen of applications/resumes with best qualified candidates eligible for oral examination(s).

Individuals with disabilities who will need reasonable accommodation to complete the selection process should inform the Human Resources Department on or before the application deadline. Documentation supporting the need for this accommodation may be required. Criminal background, drug testing, and driving record checks required prior to employment.