Water Filtration Plant Supervisor I
City of Port Huron
Port Huron
Apply by 12/11/26 at this link
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform technical and supervisory work in the operation, maintenance and repair of a municipal water filtration plant and water distribution system; to train and supervise subordinate employees; and to perform related work as required. In accordance with PA 399, this position is the designated back-up operator for the water works system during the absence of the operator in charge (WFP Superintendent).
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Work is performed under the general supervision of the Water Filtration Plant Superintendent or other designated official.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervision is exercised over a group of water filtration plant employees and others as required.
TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK: An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following: (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.)
- Plan, assign, schedule, supervise and perform the work activities of water filtration plant operators, maintenance staff and others engaged in the operation, maintenance and repair of a regional water filtration plant.
- Prepare work schedules; inspect work in progress and upon completion.
- Supervise and perform the maintenance of buildings and grounds; and participate in the preparation of daily, weekly, and monthly water filtration plant operating and maintenance records and reports.
- Supervise and perform the maintenance of electronic, electrical, and mechanical equipment associated with treatment, as well as, routine maintenance of generators, pumps, chemical feeders, and other equipment.
- Make inspections to determine the operating condition of pumping equipment, storage tanks, chemical feeders, and other equipment of water pumping.
- Mobilize and/or start up emergency equipment in the event of loss of power or other emergency situation.
- Train water plant employees in proper utility maintenance methods, practices, record keeping, and procedures.
- Collect water distribution samples for routine total coliform and chlorine residual testing.
- Supervise and assist with the disinfecting of new water mains.
- Perform related work as required.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT:
- Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in the operation, maintenance and repair of water filtration plants and equipment.
- Considerable knowledge of the design and capabilities of the city’s water distribution system and water filtration plant.
- Considerable knowledge of public health and safety regulations relating to utility maintenance operations.
- Reasonable knowledge of the principles of hydraulics.
- Ability to plan, schedule, and supervise the activities of water filtration operators, maintenance staff and others engaged in water pumping, filtration, and maintenance activities.
- Ability to effectively operate a personal computer for the purpose of maintaining records, developing reports, generating correspondence, etc.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, equipment specifications, and equipment maintenance manuals.
- Ability to prioritize maintenance activities and adjust accordingly as conditions/needs change.
- Ability to foresee and initiate preventative maintenance activities.
- Ability to work effectively with other officials, employees and the general public.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- General knowledge, in order to oversee the repair and maintenance of, electronics, programmable logic controllers, pneumatic control systems, power circuits, variable frequency drives, and electrical controls including high voltage applications.
- Reasonable knowledge of occupational health and safety practices and regulations. (i.e. confined space entry, fall hazard, lockout/tag out, etc.)
- Must be able to climb/descend ladders and stairs up to a height of 150 feet. (e.g. Water Tower.)
- Must be able to work at heights up to 150 feet. (e.g. Water Tower.)
- Must be able to climb/descend ladders to enter and work in confined spaces.
- Ability to research and obtain parts and materials for water filtration plant equipment and operations.
- Considerable knowledge of City purchasing procedures.
- Ability to assist and work with outside engineering firms as it relates to project plans and specification development for water filtration plant improvement projects.
- Ability to be on call and respond to emergency situations regarding the water filtration plan and remote locations.
An employee in this class, upon appointment, should have the equivalent of the following training and experience:
- Graduation from an accredited high school, supplemented by technical training in water filtration plant operation and/or mechanical work.
- Several years of responsible experience in the operation and/or maintenance of a water filtration plant and/or related facilities.
- Certificate from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) to operate an F-2 water filtration plant required.
- Must have a valid Michigan Driver License (Operator’s).
As a condition of employment, the employee may be required to successfully complete additional education and training courses.
