Water Pump Station Maintenance Foreperson

CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION

WATERBURY, CONNECTICUT

OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAM #2658

OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR: Water Pump Station Maintenance Foreperson

SALARY: $29.86 ~ $37.81/Hour (NOTE: NEW HIRES START AT THE BEGINNING OF RANGE)

FRINGE BENEFITS: Choose from available health insurance plans (employee contributions vary) Prescription Drug Rider, Dental Plan, Group Life Insurance for Individual; Retirement Plan; paid Holidays; paid Vacation Days; paid Sick Days; paid Personal Days.

LAST DAYFOR FILING APPLICATIONS

May be obtained by visiting our website at www.waterburyct.org or at the Civil Service Office, Chase Municipal Building, 236 Grand St., Waterbury, CT 06702 &

UNTIL SUFFICIENT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED

IMPORTANT:

– Veteran’s points will be awarded in accordance with the Connecticut State Statute. Five (5) for non-disabled veterans, ten (10) for disabled veterans. Proper documentation must be submitted to the Personnel Director before the date of the examination.

– Residency points shall be added in accordance with the amendment to the Civil Service Rules and Regulations. Proper documentation (Civil Service Office Request for Residency Points) must be submitted with application of employment.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)

· Acts as the lead person and coordinates all work with the Water Bureau’s General Foreman;

· Adequately trains the Assistant Pump Station Foreman in the operation of all pump station critical assets;

· Responsible for the maintenance and operation of all pumps, valves, distribution components found in the pump stations, tank maintenance and upkeep, generator maintenance and upkeep, and electronic equipment generally used in the transfer, distribution and storage of potable water;

· Controls the pumping schedules and rotations of all pumps used to supply water to storage facilities; should be able to set limits on pumping times to maximize efficiency and avoid problems;

· Synchronize pumping schedules so as to assure uninterrupted flow between tanks and stations;

· Monitors and adjusts SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition), to set alarms, limits, equipment rotations, and continually strive to add too the SCADA platform through technological advancements in the stations; Monitors and adjusts the radio and cellular based communication system and diagnose communication problems between all assets that could affect successful transfer of water to storage facilities;

· Inspects tanks, distribution piping, valves, motors, pumps for any irregularities and schedules/performs repairs when capable.

· Supervises and assists with the maintenance of pumping buildings and grounds including, but not limited to painting pump chambers and equipment, clearing brush and mowing grass in the pump station area;

· Maintains written reports on the status of pumping equipment and maintains pertinent records;

· Performs maintenance on all pressure meters, flow meters, differential meters and keeps accurate and detailed calibration records for all.

· Works with the Assistant Superintendent of Water to adequate fund and procure necessary assets to guarantee pump stations and tanks meet all regulations and safety concerns and can continue to provide continuous water supply without interruption.

FRINGE BENEFITS: Choose from available health insurance plans (employee contributions vary) Prescription Drug Rider, Dental Plan, Group Life Insurance for Individual; Retirement Plan; paid Holidays; paid Vacation Days; paid Sick Days; paid Personal Days.

IMPORTANT:

– Veteran’s points will be awarded in accordance with the Connecticut State Statute. Five (5) for non-disabled veterans, ten (10) for disabled veterans. Proper documentation must be submitted to the Personnel Director before the date of the examination.

– Residency points shall be added in accordance with the amendment to the Civil Service Rules and Regulations. Proper documentation (Civil Service Office Request for Residency Points) must be submitted with application of employment.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of water pumping station operational capability and hydraulic equipment maintenance; good knowledge of mechanics, electricity and plumbing and skill in the use of the tools of the trades; ability to plan and inspect the work of others; ability to work independently and make proper decisions in emergency situations; ability to follow complex oral and written instructions; dependability, good physical condition; working knowledge of SCADA operation;

Ability to supervise the work of subordinate employees; Ability to be on-call and available 24 hours a day.

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST INDICATE ON YOUR APPLICATION THAT AS OF THE CLOSING DATE YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

Graduation from a high school or GED. Three (3) years experience in the maintenance and repair of water systems and water pump stations. Considerable experience in mechanical, electrical and plumbing repairs related to pump stations is preferred. Must possess a valid State Motor Vehicle license with a good driving history.

CT Class-3 Distribution License Preferred.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified.

The City of Waterbury is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the City when necessary.

THE CITYOF WATERBURY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

EEOP Utilization Report available at www.waterburyct.org

4.3.25_USAR NW

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.86 - $37.81 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $38