The Ross Valley Sanitary District invites applications for the position of
Operations and Maintenance Superintendent
The Operations and Maintenance Superintendent (O&M Superintendent) oversees all aspects of wastewater conveyance system operations and maintenance. This position reports to the Operations and Maintenance Manager and supervises and directs assigned staff.
Under the direction of the Operations and Maintenance Manager, the Operations and Maintenance Superintendent is responsible for managing the daily operations of the District wastewater collection and conveyance system, maintenance on infrastructure such as cleaning of gravity lines, operation and maintenance of pump stations, inspection and testing of air valve assemblies, customer service calls requiring field personnel response, overseeing the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) of the Operations and Maintenance Department.
Sample Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include:
- Recommend and implement District goals and objectives; establish performance standards and methods for the operation and maintenance of the District’s sewage conveyance system and the maintenance of District facilities and fleet; develop and implement policies, procedures and metrics.
- Evaluate operation and maintenance activities; implement improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operation and maintenance activities.
- Direct and supervise safe and effective operations and maintenance of sewage collection systems and staff.
- Supervise assigned employees including directing work, conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures.
- Collaborate with colleagues on District projects and development and implementation of policies and procedures.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Include:
- Principles of wastewater collection and conveyance systems, including best practices, procedures, methods, materials, tools, equipment, and supplies as applicable.
- Use and maintenance of heavy equipment, vehicles, power tools, and hand tools utilized in the maintenance of District’s wastewater collection system, pump stations, and related appurtenances.
- Safety regulations, standards, and procedures in wastewater collection system and pump station maintenance.
- Principles and practices of facilities and fleet management.
- Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
- Principles and procedures of emergency response preparedness.
- Adept at using good personal judgment and discretion; remaining calm in crisis, emergency, and/or other stressful situations, and using discretion when handling and disseminating sensitive information.
- Providing excellent customer service and emergency response.
Required Qualifications: Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of:
- Equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by CWEA certification or courses in water/wastewater resources, project management, or a related field. A college degree is desirable.
- Three years of experience as a supervisor, preferably in water or wastewater operations.
Licensing, Certification, and Registration Standards:
- Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record and insurability under the District’s vehicle liability insurance coverage.
- Possession of California Water Environmental Association (CWEA) certifications such as Collection System Maintenance Grade III, Grade IV and/or Mechanical Technical Grade I is desirable.
ROSS VALLEY SANITARY DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
