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HomeMy WebLinkAbout8.427 WATER PLANTS SUPERVISOR 20250612PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 8.427 Class Specifications for the Class: WATER PLANTS SUPERVISOR FII-12, BU-02 Duties Summary: Supervises and coordinates the installation, repair, maintenance, overhaul, and operation of water plant mechanical, electrical and electronic control devices; and performs other duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is distinguished by its responsibility to supervise through subordinate supervisors, the installation, repair, maintenance, overhaul, and operation of water plant mechanical, electrical and electronic control devices, water pumping plant and water systems equipment. Examples of Duties: (The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position). • Plans, supervises, and coordinates, through subordinate supervisors, the work activities involving the installation, maintenance, repair, programming, and operation of a variety of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition), and mechanical water pumping treatment equipment and appurtenances; • Keeps abreast of new technology in water plant equipment, instruments, and methodologies; conducts studies and research; reviews operations and analyzes activity reports; recommends new or improved work methods and practices to improve operations; • Oversees the inventory of materials, tools, equipment, and supplies; process requisitions to maintain inventory; • Reads, reviews, and interprets plans and specifications; prepares sketches of water plant work and installations as required; • Supervises plant personnel; assigns and reviews the work of subordinates; recommends all personnel actions including hiring, promotion, disciplinary actions, and terminations; PART I WATER PLANTS SUPERVISOR 2 8.427 • Responsible for the 24 hour-a day, 7-day a week operation of the department’s plant facilities; subject to emergency call-outs; makes decisions on measures to be taken; • Enforces and promotes all Federal, State, and County laws, regulations, and policies relating to occupational safety and health; • Recommends budgetary requirements for plant operation and maintenance; and • Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of supervision; theories of electricity and electronics; practices, tools, equipment, instruments, and materials used in electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, and electronic repairs; principles and practices of installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of water plant electrical and electronic control devices and equipment; principles and practices of installation, maintenance, and repair of high, medium, and low voltage electrical lines, equipment, and appliances; operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanically and electrically operated pumps and equipment such as boilers, altitude and hydraulic valves, chlorinators, electric motors, etc. laws, rules, and standards pertaining to electrical construction and maintenance; and hazards and safety practices. Ability to: Plan assignments and directs mechanical, electrical and electronic work involving the installation, overhaul, modification and repair of water plant and auxiliary equipment; issue clear and concise oral and written instructions; prepare reports; read and interpret blueprints, plans, and diagrams of electrical /electronic circuits; use electrical and electronic testing equipment and devices; inspect and diagnose mechanical, electrical, and electronic defects in water plant equipment and systems; instruct subordinates on proper work methods and set the pace; estimate time and materials requirement; encourage safety practices and enforce work rules; and maintain harmony in the work relationships among workers. This is the first specification for the class WATER PLANTS SUPERVISOR. Approved: June 12, 2025 (date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources PART II DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 8.427 Minimum Qualification Specifications for the Class: WATER PLANTS SUPERVISOR FII-12, BU-02 Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school; and • five and one half (5 ½) years of experience in water system maintenance and operational experience in plant electrical and electronic equipment, devices, and systems; and • two (2) years of supervisory experience. Qualifying Supervisory Work Experience: Work experience which includes planning, directing, assigning, and reviewing the work of others; advising subordinates on difficult program areas; timing and scheduling subordinate work; and training and developing new employees. Substitutions Allowed: The following may be substituted for education: A. Four (4) years of full-time general work experience may be substituted for a high school diploma. B. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted up to four (4) years of the education requirement (15 semester credits = 6 months). C. An Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted for the education requirement. The following may be substituted for experience: A. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma in mechanical or electrical technology, industrial maintenance, environmental, operations management, engineering, water resources management, or a related field from an accredited community college, trades school, may be substituted up to PART II WATER PLANTS SUPERVISOR 2 8.427 two (2) years of the specialized work experience requirement (15 semester credits = 6 months). B. An Associate’s degree in mechanical or electrical technology, industrial maintenance, environmental, operations management, engineering, water resources management, or a related field from an accredited community college, business, or technical school, may be substituted for two (2) years of the specialized work experience requirement. C. A Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical technology, industrial maintenance, environmental, operations management, engineering, water resources management, or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up four (4) years of the specialized work experience requirement. D. A Master’s or PhD degree in mechanical or electrical technology, industrial maintenance, environmental, operations management, engineering, water resources management, or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the specialized work experience requirement. If a degree is used to substitute for the education requirement, it may not be used again towards the experience requirement. If work experience is used to substitute for education, it may not be used again to meet the experience requirement. If the applicant holds more than one degree, transcripts must be provided, and a thorough review will be conducted by the human resources staff in order for more than one degree to be credited towards the minimum qualification requirements. Additional degrees can be considered if obtained independently through mutually exclusive classes from another degree being considered. Substitutions will be used to the advantage of the applicant. Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that they have the ability to perform the duties of the position for which they are being considered. License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license (Hawaii type 3 or equivalent) and any other appropriate licenses or certificates as required of the position. Selective Certification: Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities may be required to perform the duties of some positions. For such positions, Selective Certification Requirements may be established, and certification may be restricted to eligibles who possess the pertinent experience and/or training required to perform the duties of the position. PART II WATER PLANTS SUPERVISOR 3 8.427 Departments/Agencies requesting Selective Certification must show the connection between the kind of training and/or experience on which they wish to base selective certification and the duties of the position to be filled. Tests: Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination. Health and Physical Condition Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Light This is the first specification for the class WATER PLANTS SUPERVISOR. Approved: June 12, 2025 (date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources