Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Supervisor

City of Harlingen Waterworks System; Texas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Harlingen Waterworks System seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance staff and perform semi-skilled to skilled work in water treatment facilities. You will ensure repairs meet plans, procedures, and TCEQ guidelines while guiding the team and reporting issues to the Water Services Director.

Ideal candidates bring 2–5 years of maintenance and supervisory experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and the ability to obtain licenses (C Surface Water, CSI, BPAT).

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• 2-5 years of experience in Water Treatment Plant Maintenance.
• 2-5 years of supervisory experience.
• Must possess or obtain Class C Surface Water, CSI and BPAT licenses within allotted timeframe.
• Valid Class B Texas Driver License required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, repair and installation of plant equipment, structures and machinery to ensure work aligns with plans and procedures.
• Train and supervise maintenance staff or other assigned personnel.
• Provide independent judgement within established procedures; report maintenance issues to Water Services Director.

Skills

Maintenance supervision

Water treatment plant knowledge

Troubleshooting & maintenance

Class B Texas Driver License

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Supervisor over sees employees and preforms semi-skilled to skilled technical work in the operation of maintenance and repair of the water treatment facilities, structures, equipment, machinery and related apparatus. The supervisor will oversee the maintenance, repair and installation of plant equipment, structures and machinery to ensure that all necessary maintenance/repairs are done in accordance with set plans, plant procedures and TCEQ guidelines. The supervisor must have knowledge and experience in mechanical, basic electrical, welding, carpentry, masonry, basic plumbing and pipe fitting. May also include the operation of various motorized equipment used in construction or making repairs. The supervisor is under the direction of the Water Services Director and is tasked with keeping the director informed of maintenance issues that could impact the water treatment plants productivity. The supervisor is responsible for the training and supervision of maintenance staff or other assigned personnel. Goals and objectives are received from the Water Services Director. Independent judgement is to be exercised in accordance with established procedures and practices. Work is performed under limited supervision and is evaluated through observation and overall efficiency of the water treatment plants.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Must Have High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of two to five years of experience in Water Treatment Plant Maintenance
• Minimum of two to five years of supervisory experience

CERTIFICATION:

• Must Possess or have the ability to obtain a Class C Surface Water License, CSI License and BPAT License within a specified timeframe

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Must have in depth understanding of plant operational processes and mechanical components, including troubleshooting, maintenance standards and system optimization.
• Must have a Valid Class B Texas Driver License