Pumping Station Crew Chief

About the role

A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Utilities. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from this list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, supervises, and participates in the repair, maintenance, inspection, and installation of mechanical, electrical, and electronic components used in sewerage pumping stations, treatment plants, and related facilities.
• Possesses a high knowledge of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Alarms (SCADA) and other mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment used in sewerage pumping stations, treatment plants, and related facilities.
• Prepares, reviews, and assigns daily work orders to Pumping Station Electricians, Electricians, Pumping Station Mechanics, and others.
• Captivates the work of the crew with the work of other crews, County agencies, and outside contractors.
• Provides technical assistance to crews.
• Operates tools and equipment.
• Supervises and participates in the routine maintenance and cleaning of stations.
• Responds to emergencies and alarms of equipment malfunctions at pumping stations.
• Operates sewerage pumping stations safely and in compliance with local, State, and Federal environmental regulations.
• Responds to Grinder Pump System issues and alarms.
• Prepares requisitions and procures materials and equipment.
• Performs physical inventories of assets.
• Maintains records of crew activities.
• Prepares reports.
• Participates in and conducts safety training exercises.
• Ensures that crews follow established safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Eight years' experience in the repair, maintenance, and installation of mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment used in sewerage pumping stations, treatment plants, and related facilities.
• Related training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience.
• Licenses and Certificates:
  • Valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
  • Some positions may require possession of a valid driver’s license equivalent to a commercial, class B or class A Maryland driver’s license and a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
  • Certification by the Maryland State Board of Waterworks and Waste Systems Operators as a Wastewater Collection Systems Operator II is preferred.

Benefits

• Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance.
• General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
• Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Skills

• Knowledge of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Alarms (SCADA).
• Technical skills in mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment.
• Supervisory and organizational skills.
• Physical stamina for heavy physical labor.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and maintain safety protocols.

Pay

Grade 29, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week.

Schedule

Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week.