JOB POSTING
OPERATIONS MANAGER
(Full Time,
Definition
Under general/administrative direction, the Maintenance and Operations Superintendent plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the maintenance, construction, and operations functions of the District.
Examples of Duties
The duties listed below are illustrative only and are not meant to be a complete and exhaustive listing of all of the duties and responsibilities of the classification.
• Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the maintenance, construction, and operations functions of the District.
• Provides general management and administration to shops, building and grounds maintenance, electrical repair, and communications-control installation and maintenance.
• Oversees domestic water and sanitation functions.
• Provides, supervision, training, and work evaluation to field and shop supervisory staff.
• Reviews acquisition requirements and develops recommendations regarding the purchase, servicing, testing, inspection, and repair of automotive and construction equipment.
• Assists the General Manager with long range planning of District maintenance, construction, and operations functions.
• Develops the maintenance, operations, and construction budget and monitors costs.
• Inspects work in progress to ensure proper utilization of staff and equipment.
• Reviews employee effectiveness and personnel evaluations with field and shop supervisors.
• Prepares and executes plans for expansion, reduction, and shifting of maintenance and operations functions.
• Provides general coordination of maintenance, construction, and operations activities with other District functions.
• Monitors employee certification, training, and safety programs.
• Periodically reviews and evaluates power consumption of District pumping facilities to reduce costs and raise efficiency.
• Provides input and review for the development and administration of construction contracts.
• Performs special projects as delegated by the General Manager.
• Represents District maintenance, operations, and construction functions with the public, contractors, and representatives of other government agencies.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
Typical Physical Activities
• Travels regularly by vehicle and automobile in inspecting District facilities and field operations.
• Occasionally works in an outdoor environment.
• Communicates orally with District Board members, co-workers, and the public in face-to-face, one-to-one and group settings.
• Regularly uses a telephone for communication.
• Uses office equipment such as computer terminals, copiers, and FAX machines.
• Walks on uneven terrain.
• Sits for extended time periods.
• Hearing and vision within normal ranges.
Employment Standards
Knowledge of:
• Principles, methods, and practices used in water, wastewater, and irrigation system maintenance, operations, and construction work.
• Principles, methods, and practices of automotive and construction equipment operation, use, maintenance, and repair.
• Principles, methods, and practices used in building maintenance, grounds maintenance, and landscaping.
• Principles, methods, and practices used in communications-control equipment installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Principles, methods, and practices used in maintenance, and construction work.
• Rules, regulations, and codes applicable to District maintenance, operations, and construction functions.
• District policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Work safety standards and requirements.
• Principles of budget development and expenditure control.
• Principles of supervision, training, and management.
Ability to:
• Plan, organize, manage, and administer the maintenance, construction, and operations functions of the District.
• Oversee the establishment and maintenance of certification, training, and work safety programs.
• Perform comprehensive administrative reviews of work activities, costs, staffing requirements, equipment uses, and time requirements.
• Insure the proper maintenance, construction, operation, and repair of District equipment and facilities.
• Develop and control budgets.
• Effectively represent District maintenance, operation, and construction functions with the public, contractors, and other organizations.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and harmonious working relationships with co-workers, outside agencies, customers, vendors, Board of Directors and the public.
Desirable Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the necessary knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: Broad and extensive work experience in performing maintenance, construction, and operations work for a water district, wastewater treatment agency, or other public agency with at least two years in a management or supervisory capacity.
License Certificate Registration Requirement:
Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Possession and proof of a good driving record as evidenced by freedom from multiple or serious traffic violations for at least two (2) years duration.
Possession of a valid Grade 2 Water Distribution Operator certificate issued by the California State Health Department.
The specific statements in each section of this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.
Position to remain open until filled.
Please submit application and resume by fax: 805-985-7156, email: hr@channelislandsbeachcsd.com, or mail: 353 Santa Monica Dr, Oxnard Ca 93035. For any further questions please call district office 805-985-6021.