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PLANT MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR (UTILITY SERVICES)

City of Cincinnati
City of Cincinnati Salary
Cincinnati, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 3/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2025

General Statement of Duties

This employee supports the Water Works Department in the design, fabrication, maintenance, replacement and repairs to components of plant structures, equipment, and grounds for utility facilities. Employee directs the efforts associated with trades such as carpentry, plumbing, and other utility systems; supervises technical personnel and other staff in all aspects of design, fabrication, maintenance, replacement and repairs to components of plant structures and grounds for utility facilities; provides direct supervision of trades personnel and lower level maintenance personnel; participates as a senior staff member for the department, and provides responsible assistance to department management staff. May require technical knowledge and skills to supervise utility trades and plant facility and grounds areas. Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of the Cincinnati Building Codes Rules and Regulations..
Principles and practices of facility maintenance, construction, repair and replacement of related components for the utility.
Principles and practices of blueprints, sketches, finished drawings and specifications.
Principles and practices of methods, materials, and tools used in the building trades.
Principles and practices of budget analysis, budget preparation, and sound fiscal management.
Principles and practices of standardized facility maintenance management.
Computerized maintenance management program.
Effective techniques for employee supervision and motivation.
Human Resources Policies and Procedures, Civil Service Rules, Union Labor-Management Agreements and Department and Division policies.
Principles and practices of relevant city and state governing bodies.
Technical mathematics and basic English grammar, usage, and spelling.
Basic HVAC operation and maintenance.
Skill to:
Operate appropriate tools and equipment for utility maintenance purposes.
Use a computer in the performance of job duties and perform basic mathematical computations.
Use laptops, computers, and other electronic media as well as application software for documenting work, ordering materials, and entering or responding to work orders.
Use various software applications like e-mail, CAD, maintenance management or asset management packages, spreadsheets or word processing, and various diagnostic or test applications.
Ability to:
Implement and maintain positive employee relations.
Promote and maintain highest integrity throughout all personnel.
Analyze and manage effective EEO/AA programs.
Identify, analyze, and solve problems.
Supervise, organize, and evaluate the work of lower level staff.
Provide on-the-job training in maintenance practices and procedures.
Prepare assigned reports.
Interpret and explain City, Department, and Division policies and procedures.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Display appropriate assertiveness and tact with colleagues and the general public.
Tactfully handle customer service complaints, both in-house and from the public.

Required Education and Experience

Each applicant must have four years of full time, paid work experience in a commercial, utility, or industrial environment involved in the design, installation, fabrication, maintenance, or repair of facilities structures, grounds, equipment, HVAC, or building systems. Experience may include but not be limited to water/wastewater treatment plants, administration buildings, manufacturing facilities, or other similar industries. Experience must include one year of training or directing the work of lower-level employees.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must have a valid Driver’s License.
Must be an excellent communicator and team builder
Must be willing to work other than normal work hours and respond to emergency calls when necessary.
Ability to work in confined spaces, climb ladders, and work at heights requiring fall arrest equipment.

Working and Physical Conditions

Environmental Conditions: Primarily a plant utility environment; some exposure to varying weather conditions, slippery or uneven surfaces or noise.
Physical Conditions: Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, and/or walking for prolonged periods of time, as well as heavy to moderate lifting of objects; must be able to operate assigned equipment; general manual dexterity required; audiovisual and linguistic acuity required. Position may require work in confined spaces and at heights requiring fall arrest equipment.


The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner
Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")
Step-child
Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.

Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.


Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.

Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.

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