Water Plant Maintenance Supervisor

City of Hillsboro•Or 97116, OR

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Hillsboro Water Department is seeking candidates to fill a Water Plant Maintenance Supervisor position within the Joint Water Commission Treatment Plant. This role is crucial for delivering safe and reliable water services to the community. The Hillsboro Water Department operates at a metropolitan scale from a suburban environment, providing drinking water to nearly 400,000 people.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and six years of related experience in the assigned area of responsibility, including two years of lead or supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Valid, current Driver’s License and safe driving record
CPR/ First Aid Certification
Demonstrated experience using tools and equipment associated with asset maintenance in an industrial or treatment facility setting.
Proficiency using computers and computerized asset management or maintenance management systems to prepare reports, document activities, present information, and develop spreadsheets or similar materials.
Strong time management skills, with the ability to plan, prioritize, and manage maintenance schedules effectively.
Ability to communicate clearly and work productively with diverse stakeholders representing a range of ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.
Knowledge of and ability to oversee and perform safe work practices, including confined space entry, working at heights, and lockout/tagout procedures.
Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork, mentor staff, and support professional development.
Supervisory experience with the ability to effectively balance administrative responsibilities and field-based work.

Nice To Haves

Class III Plant Maintenance Technologist certification preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Supervises staff, including prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and, making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
Oversee the daily maintenance of water treatment plant assets and systems.
Work within computerized asset management and O&M systems to maintain and create accurate logs and records.
Review upcoming maintenance tasks, plan, schedule and assign tasks based on priority, staff workload and skillset.
Perform QA/QC functions on completed tasks within the asset management system and in the field ensuring work has been completed and documented.
Perform maintenance tasks, independently and with a team.
Prepares reports, correspondence, project tracking documents, and related technical project specifications and documentation.
Purchase and procure supplies and inventory for maintenance and repair activities.
Working with other departments and agencies as needed.
Monitor warranty periods of equipment and schedule and coordinate repairs within warranty period.
Foster a collaborative teamwork environment and mentor others.
Assists in preparing budget input and budget tracking; assists in planning and program development; recommends system improvements; and prepares related reports and estimates.