Manager of Public Works Maintenance & Operations

Manager Of Public Works Maintenance & Operations We are pleased to offer the opportunity to work as a Manager of Public Works Maintenance & Operations within the DuPage County Public Works Department. DuPage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position is eligible for our complete benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement, pre-paid legal and credit union. As a team member at DuPage County, you will also have access to time off with pay on Designated Holidays or holiday pay if required to work, Vacation time, Sick time and Paid Leave. To learn more about the cost and coverage of the benefits plan, visit Employees Benefit Information. For detailed information on paid time off, visit Employee Policy Manual, Section 5. Responsibilities Supervises the work of subordinate personnel engaged in the maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities, collection systems, and water distribution systems. Recommends hires and promotions, directs and evaluates employment decisions for all assigned positions Oversees the inspection of all water and wastewater equipment, water towers, metering stations, water and wastewater facilities and ensures the proper preventative and corrective maintenance of all facilities. Ensures all employees are equipped with necessary equipment, tools, parts and safety equipment to properly maintain all facilities. Coordinates the corrective and preventative maintenance with the operations groups and various facilities; prioritizes and schedules work. Assists in budget preparation for all personnel, commodities, contractual, and capital expenses. Develops and maintains short and long term plans for the maintenance of all facilities including replacement of major equipment and future capital projects. Ensures administrative record keeping and report maintenance on an on-going basis (e.g. National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), & IEPA reporting). Ensures wastewater treatment is carried out in accordance with specified environmental protection regulations and standards. Keeps abreast of changing regulatory issues. Reviews and provides input and comments on plans and specifications for capital projects and approves submittals. Develops specifications for bids and E-Quotes for equipment and contractual activities. Oversees construction projects and approves pay requests. Requirements Include Requirements include the following experience or equivalent combination of training and experience: Completion of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in the maintenance, construction and rehabilitation of wastewater treatment facilities, collection systems, and water distribution systems Five (5) years in a supervisory role A valid Illinois driver's license is required. A pre-employment background check is required. Physical Requirements and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Heavy Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than for medium work. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Incumbents in the classification may be subject to extreme temperatures, noxious odors and fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, hazardous chemicals, confined spaces, falling debris, electrical currents, moving water and pathogenic organisms. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dupage County