Plant Technician Supervisor

San Diego County Water Authority; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement system enrollment

Special pay increases

Overtime pay availability

Job summary

San Diego County Water Authority is seeking a Plant Technician Supervisor in San Diego, California. This role involves overseeing a team for the maintenance and repair of water and wastewater treatment machinery, ensuring safety, and compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate will have comprehensive mechanical experience, particularly with pumps and piping systems, and must hold a valid California Class C Driver License. Applicants must be prepared for potential hazardous exposures and be able to work overtime as required.

Qualifications

• One year experience as a Plant Technician III with the City of San Diego.
• Four years experience with mechanical equipment in a water treatment facility.
• Ability to work in hazardous environments, including exposure to chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assign, and supervise maintenance work.
• Overhaul and repair plant machinery.
• Enforce safety regulations and supervise contractors.

Skills

Experience with pumps and piping systems

Mechanical equipment maintenance

Team supervision

Safety regulation enforcement

Education

Valid California Class C Driver License

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System

Microsoft Office

Job description

Plant Technician Supervisor positions plan, assign, supervise, and participate in the work of an assigned crew engaged in the maintenance, overhaul, repair, and installation of water and wastewater treatment plant and pump station machinery and equipment, including: Air compressors, high pressure hydraulic systems, pumps and piping systems, chemical feed equipment (e.g., liquid chlorine evaporators, gaseous chlorinators), boilers, heat exchangers, and diesel and gasoline-powered engines; install and align heavy motors and equipment; supervise custodian and grounds maintenance personnel; enforce safety regulations; oversee the work of contractors; rate, train, and evaluate the work of subordinates; and perform other duties as assigned.

NOTES

The following special salary wage increase is scheduled to take effect for Plant Technician Supervisor: 5% effective 1/1/26.

Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS).

Plant Technician Supervisor employees will be required to obtain and maintain confined space entry certification within six months from date of hire.

Plant Technician Supervisor employees must remain clean shaven and be able to pass a respirator fit-test for entry into confined spaces and chlorine environments.

Plant Technician Supervisor employees may be required to work overtime including weekends, evenings and holidays.

Plant Technician Supervisor employees may be required to work on an on-call basis for which they may receive 5% additional pay.

Plant Technician Supervisor positions involve exposure to noxious chemicals and other hazardous substances.

Plant Technician Supervisor positions may also require work in a sewage or chlorine environment, in high places, tanks or channels, and confined spaces.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated.

EXPERIENCE

You must meet ONE of the following options:

• One year of full-time experience as a Plant Technician III with the City of San Diego.
• Four years of full-time experience maintaining, overhauling, repairing, and installing mechanical equipment at a water treatment facility, wastewater facility, major pump station, or industrial processing facility employing similar technology, of which one year MUST have been in a lead position at a level equivalent to a Plant Technician III with the City of San Diego. Qualifying experience MUST include working on the following mechanical equipment:
• Pumps
• Valves
• Piping systems
• Compressors
• Gear drive units/speed reducers
• Chemical feeders
• Blowers
• City of San Diego employees using Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA) experience to qualify must submit written documentation signed by their appointing authority or payroll specialist, detailing the work performed, dates, and total number of qualifying OCA hours. OCA experience without the required documentation will NOT be considered.

NOTES: Preventive maintenance work only (e.g., changing oil, lubing, or removing and replacing parts) is NOT qualifying.

LICENSE

A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hire.

HIGHLY DESIRABLE

• Possession of a valid California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Plant Maintenance, Mechanical, and/or Electrical Technology Grade IV Certification.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, presentations, and written communications.
• Experience working with a Computerized Maintenance Management System.