Senior Maintenance & Operations Specialist - Surface Water

City of Tukwila•Tukwila, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Tukwila is seeking a Surface Water - Senior Maintenance and Operations Specialist in the Public Works Department. This role performs highly specialized, journey-level activities and serves as a lead on projects. Under the general supervision of the Water Superintendent, this position will assist in maintaining and repairing municipal stormwater and drainage systems to prevent flooding and protect local water quality. The ideal candidate should be highly motivated, well-rounded, and knowledgeable in managing storm water and protecting surface waters with the ability to effectively work in a multicultural workplace with a diverse customer base.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and three years of specialized maintenance or operations experience in area of Surface Water; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Valid Driver's License with applicable Commercial Driver License endorsements
Flagging Card
First Aid and CPR certification
Waste Water Certificate II within 6 months of hire.
Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead within 6 months of hire.
Terminology, methods, materials, practices, and techniques in area of assignment
Maintenance and repair methods and techniques in area of assignment
Occupational hazards present, and safety precautions applicable to area of assignment
Tools and equipment used in area of assignment
Confined Space safety regulations
Laws and regulations applicable to assigned area
Troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures related to systems maintained
Codes, laws, regulations, and ordinances governing surface water systems
Sediment and erosion control techniques
Performing skilled and highly specialized maintenance and inspection activities related to area of assignment
Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing equipment
Using electronic instruments and hand and power tools
Applying customer service techniques
Establishing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels and with the public
Communication, both oral and written, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
Working independently at times with little supervision, exercising initiative and sound judgment
Using computers and related software applications
Preparing and maintaining accurate records

Nice To Haves

Note: This position may require additional licensing such as Waste Water Certificate II, Water Manager II, Certified Erosion & Sediment Control Lead.

Responsibilities

Performs maintenance, safety inspections, and testing of facilities, equipment, and systems requiring specialized knowledge in order to determine normal operating parameters.
Follows specialized troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to determine malfunction cause and repair needs of systems and equipment, to include determining whether to repair, replace, or upgrade components and systems.
Evaluates performance of assigned field, to include compiling information and analyzing the effectiveness of service delivery; develops and maintains a variety of reports, records, and notes; may assist with review of plans and specifications for construction projects and attends pre-construction meetings when applicable.
Operates, maintains, and repairs specialized equipment and instruments.
Responds to inquiries, complaints, and service requests for assigned field.
Directs and controls traffic, to include placing traffic cones and signs; flagging traffic; and closing lanes and streets.
Coordinates the availability of materials and equipment for service and maintenance requirements.
Maintains reasonable, predictable, and regular attendance during the standard work week.
Inventories supplies and makes minor purchases as needed.
Serves as a lead worker to skilled staff or on projects, to include planning, scheduling, and assigning work projects.
Spill response and clean up, and training employees in the proper use of spill response supplies.
Inspect a variety of public and private surface water infrastructure to ensure compliance with maintenance schedules and code.
Assist in stream and surface water quality monitoring and illicit discharge tracking and detection.
Performs duties as Acting Maintenance and Operations Foreman as required.