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Prepares, monitors and coordinates contracts to assure timely and successful completion with contractual requirements; provides construction phase services to ensure compliance with specifications. Resolves conflicts between the utility and contractors and ensures coordination of project completion to keep interruptions of plant operations to a minimum. Manages assigned special projects requiring complex analytical, research and organizational skills. Serves as On-Call Supervisor on rotating schedule for plant related emergencies after hours and weekends. Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED, Associate Degree or equivalent preferred; and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in water/wastewater plants; or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Valid State Commercial Driver’s License. Must be or become Missouri Class D Water Operator Licensed within first six (6) months of hire. Must complete required NIMS level training within first six (6) months of hire. Thorough knowledge of operation, construction, and maintenance of a water production and wastewater treatment facility and related equipment; Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods and records organization skills; project management principals and practices, including inspection, documentation and plan updates; safety procedures utilized on construction sites; computer applications related to the work; Skill in reading and interpreting construction plans, specifications, engineering and architectural drawings; and ability to communicate effectively with the public both verbally and in writing. Physical Demands: Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, talk or hear, and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Typical Working Conditions: Work is performed in a normal office environment as well as outside construction sites. While performing the essential functions of this position the employee may be exposed to outdoor temperatures, odors, dirt and dust, work near moving mechanical parts, electrical hazards, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, loud noises, extreme heights, and confined spaces. Drug testingBackground CheckPhysical Abilities Testing In addition to the application, testing and/or examinations may be required for further consideration. Apply online at www.indepmo.org/hr. Position Open Until Filled. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The City of Independence is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. The City of Independence is a background screening, drug-free workplace. The City of Independence provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to [email protected]. Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. Management reserves the right in coordination with the governing union (if applicable) to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER – BILINGUAL SKILLS PREFERRED
