Distribution Maintenance Manager Jobs

Position Description
Tacoma Water is seeking a Distribution Maintenance Manager to join their Maintenance and Construction Division. This position is responsible for managing the distribution maintenance work groups at the Water Operations Building site. This includes being responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating and directing maintenance division operations including implementing programs, policies, procedures and training to ensure efficient and effective operations.
The work groups managed by this position are responsible for the Meter Shop, Maintenance Construction Support, AMI Support, Hydrant Shop, Uni-directional Flushing, Dead-End Flushing, Locating, and the management of the Tool Room, Decant Facility and Water Operations Building Yard. Additionally, this position is responsible for hiring, coaching and supervising and supporting the staff within their workgroup.
Responsibilities Include

• Provide support on both a day-to-day and week-to-week basis, including determining appropriate workloads and schedules to align with both short and long-term goals
• Provide coaching, feedback, mentoring, strengthen morale and foster a team environment that is alignment with leadership best practices
• Ensure program procedures are completed in accordance with governing agencies, regulations, and best practices as specified by American Water Works Association, Department of Health, Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Ecology, City of Tacoma Environmental Services and Tacoma Water Asset Management Program
• Manage and plan for necessary equipment, tools, materials and staff to accomplish work
• Manage long term sustainability of the work group; identify threats and risks to group function and propose solutions for mitigating them
• Oversee the soil testing and management program and ensure staff comply with environmental requirements
• Develop, monitor, maintain and direct day-to-day operations and maintenance activities of the Distribution Maintenance groups
• Understand, interpret and apply language from Collective Bargaining Agreements; build relationships with Union Business Managers and City of Tacoma Labor Relations staff
• Support the maintenance, cleaning, management and organization of the Water Operations Building yard

Qualifications
Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, environmental science or directly related field
Minimum Experience*
5 years of water utility operations and maintenance experience including 1 year prior at senior, lead and/or supervisory level

• Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Licensing, Certifications And Other Requirements
Washington State Driver's License
Washington Distribution Manager Level III Certificate or higher preferred
Knowledge & Skills
The ideal candidate has strong written and verbal communication skills, works openly in a collaborative environment, thinks strategically, and effectively balances organizational and section needs. The selected candidate must successfully develop relationships across the organization, building trust and fostering a team-based approach in their work.
Selection Process & Supplemental Information
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City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.
Tacoma Water
Tacoma Water has a proud tradition of operating and maintaining one of the country's oldest municipally owned water systems. We provide high-quality water at very competitive prices. We provide direct service to more than 300,000 people throughout Pierce and King counties.
Our mission is to provide clean, reliable water. If you share our values of Safety, Customer-driven, Employee Invested, Stewardship, and Adaptability; if you have the courage to challenge and be challenged; if you demonstrate mutual respect; if you have a passion for your work; if you are team oriented; and if you value innovation, we are looking for you.
Apply
Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.
Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.
Communication From The City Of Tacoma
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.
If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400 before 4pm on the closing date of this posting.
The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Public Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.
Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.
Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.
Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.
Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.
Other Employment Information
Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.
Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.
Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.
Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 5/25/2023 5:00 PM Pacific