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Job Class #14-05 FLSA Non-Exempt
Civil Service
Identification
Position Title: Senior Maintenance Worker – Water Plant
Department: Public Works
Division: Water
Supervisor: Assistant Superintendent – Water / Water Superintendent
Job Summary
Under general direction, serves as group leader in maintaining and repairing pumps, motors, valves
and gauges in water treatment processes.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Inspects and evaluates plant equipment, supplies and services; implements preventive maintenance
program.
Schedules and prioritizes maintenance of plant equipment, staffing needs, training needs and
outside contractor services.
Coordinates work teams on various aspects of complex plant control construction or processing
equipment in the plant.
Delegates and monitors assigned personnel on a rotational basis in repair and maintenance duties at
the treatment plant.
Trains assigned employees in maintenance procedures and appropriate skill development; ensures
that staff is trained in safety and keeps the facility free from hazards.
Establishes technical and safety procedures and standards; maintains maintenance safety programs;
maintains programs and records related to predictive, preventive and emergency repairs of the water
purification plant.
Reviews, maintains and presents daily logs, schedules and reports; inspects and evaluates plant
equipment for installation, modification, redesign and/or development.
Orders supplies, equipment and materials as necessary; maintains inventory and system.
Contacts technical representatives, equipment vendors and suppliers; solicits bids and purchases
supplies and equipment as needed.
Monitors work of outside contractors and evaluates compliance with contractual agreements.
Assists Water Superintendent by consulting with other division group leaders; evaluates plant
performance; performs special projects.
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Participates in budget development for maintenance and operations.
Evaluates systems such as heating ventilation, air conditioning, electrical and security.
May perform routine or emergent electrical switching operation to facilitate maintenance, plant shut -
down and restart by generator, in the event of power outage or due to local energy compliance.
Provides input to division goals including budget development and determination of maintenance
priorities.
Performs emergency duties related to water main breaks; responds to after-hour emergency calls;
performs on-call duty.
Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace
and community.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Physical and Environmental Conditions
The physical demands and work environment conditions described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job and are
encountered while performing those essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk and hear. The
employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with
hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste or smell. The employee must
occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by
this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and
ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid
conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high, precarious
places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, risk of
electrical shock, vibration and communicable disease.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Minimum Education, Experience and Certification
High school diploma or equivalent required. One year of related experience and/or training in water
plant maintenance in a supervisory or lead capacity required. Iowa DNR Grade III Water Operator
License required. Must live within 17 miles of the corporate limits of Iowa City, Iowa within one year of
appointment to the position. Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record required. Valid Iowa
Class B commercial driver’s license with air brake and tank endorsement required within 90 days of
hire. This position is subject to federal drug testing requirements including screening through the
FMCSA Clearinghouse. A pre-employment drug screen is required. Must be 18 years of age per Iowa
Code 92.8. Must pass criminal background check.
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Preferred Education, Experience and Certification
Two years of post-high school education from an educational institution accredited by a DOE
recognized accreditation body in a related field preferred. Four years of experience in a water plant
preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of water treatment processes and related equipment. Knowledge of Occupational Safety
Health Administration, and Iowa Department of Natural Resources regulations concerning water
treatment. Knowledge of electrical, plumbing and mechanical maintenance methods. Knowledge of
wells and lime softening desirable. Skills in the operation of computers, SCADA control systems and
specialized equipment used in water treatment processes. Skills in organizing and directing multiple
projects and work teams simultaneously. Skills in oral and written communications. Ability to
troubleshoot computer and mechanical equipment malfunctions. Ability to read and interpret technical
materials and blueprints, specifications, electrical schematics, gauges, charts and data sheets. Ability
to perform basic mathematical calculations and calculate capacities, flows and quantities. Ability to
prepare written reports and logs.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties,
and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.