Posted: 27-Jan-26
Location: Antioch, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: Annual $184,314.23-$224,035.09
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Salary Details:
Preferred Education:
Internal Number: 2026-001
DEFINITION
Under general administrative direction, plans, manages, organizes, and directs the activities of the District’s Maintenance Division, develops and manages division budget, manages scheduling of work programs and special projects for recycled water, wastewater treatment and resource recovery, collection system, instrumentation, collections and conveyance, and facility and process maintenance and repair activities in conformance with applicable statutes, regulations, and policies and procedures.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single-position, management-level classification that performs duties related to the administration of the Maintenance Division, including overall management of division functions, short- and long-range planning and implementation of the District’s strategic goals and objectives. The Maintenance Manager is distinguished from the Maintenance Supervisor in that the former is responsible for overall management of the District’s maintenance and repair services and activities. The Maintenance Manager is distinguished from the Resource Recovery Services Director in that the latter is responsible for the overall performance and operation of the Resource Recovery Services Department.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Under general administrative direction from the Resource Recovery Services Director and may receive direction from the General Manager or other department directors. This classification exercises supervision and direction over subordinate classifications within the Maintenance Division. May act as a leader for assigned District teams and projects, and as such, may coordinate or oversee the work of other District staff directly related to the assigned activity.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Plan, direct, organize, and oversee staff in day-to-day division operation, preparation and implementation of procedures, and allocation of divisional resources and functional
- Manage and participate in development and implementation of short- and long-term goals, objectives, and priorities for assigned functions and programs; and recommend appropriate service and staffing levels.
- Prepare schedules; research and obtain costs, and justify purchases, programs, and equipment, including supporting information to assist in development of the department’s annual and mid-budget submissions and updates; and regularly monitor expenditures and
- Select, train, motivate, and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees on performance issues; respond to staff questions and concerns; make discipline recommendations; and resolve grievances, when possible, and escalate to the next level if unresolved.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of service delivery methods and procedures; assess and monitor workload, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement with the Department Director; and manage implementation of organizational improvements.
- Ensure completion of division work in a manner consistent with District procedures, and applicable laws, codes, statutes, and regulations; and identify revised or new policies and procedures to address changes in work processes, legal requirements, and regulatory
- Develop, implement, and administer preventative and predictive maintenance programs for the District’s Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) and Recycled Water Facility (RWF), pump stations, power distribution systems, buildings and grounds, and other District
- Coordinate and manage responses to requests, inquiries, and complaints from the public, customers, and outside organizations related to maintenance and repair activities or street sweeping services.
- Oversee contract services within the division and provide feedback to service
- Gather and evaluate information and data on legislative, regulatory, and industry practices and procedures, developments, and trends impacting division programs and activities.
- Prepare, review, edit, and present engaging and informative regular and special reports, information, and presentations to governing bodies, executive and managerial staff, community groups, the public, and District staff on issues related to key division initiatives, functions, projects, and activities.
- Prepare a variety of analyses, reports, schedules, recommendations, and memoranda on programs and special projects.
- Coordinate division activities with other District departments and divisions during course of normal business and as part of emergency response conditions.
- Effectively perform other work duties and responsibilities consistent with the position on an as needed and/or assigned basis.
General Organizational Duties
- Assist in development and implementation of strategic initiatives related to the District’s Strategic Plan.
- Oversee development and implementation of activities related to key performance indicators for the department and division.
- Identify and oversee the implementation of relevant innovative processes, technologies, and/or approaches for implementation at the District.
- Actively promote the District’s focus on effective and respectful communications to build better work relationships at all levels in the organization.
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with other staff members, staff of other agencies, professional organizations, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Participate in regional collaboration opportunities and learning from peer agencies to serve the District’s needs.
- Participate and lead teams engaged in District projects and organizational
- Provide appropriate, timely, and customer-service focused responses to inquiries from the
- Understand and conform to the District’s Policies and Procedures.
- Understand and conform with the District’s Safety Program.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- Techniques for evaluating operating and regulatory reports, and identifying deviations from established program schedules or standards.
- Design, construction, operation, process monitoring systems, and maintenance and repair of wastewater plants, wastewater collection systems, electrical/instrumentation equipment, pump stations, and recycled water production and distribution systems.
- Technical regulations applicable to maintenance and repair of recycled water and wastewater plants, equipment, and systems.
- Methods for establishing and maintaining predictive and preventative maintenance programs and systems.
- Techniques for preparing long- and short-term service projections, budget requests, and supporting justification.
- Techniques used in estimating time, material, and supply cost
- Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to the
- Principles of supervision, techniques for training, motivating, and developing employee skills, and preparation of formal performance evaluations.
- Methods and techniques for data analysis and reporting, preparation of accurate and effective documentation and communications, and development of effective presentations.
- Principles and practices of research analysis and
- Principles and practices of budget preparation, implementation, and
- Practices of coordinating operations with outside
- Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interactions.
Skills and Abilities to:
- Interpret and apply specific provisions of regulations, legislation, policy, agreement, and procedures to specific situations and work activities.
- Organize, implement, and direct operations and activities; and develop, implement, interpret, explain, and enforce effective operating standards.
- Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy
- Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and internal controls in support of work activities.
- Prepare, administer, adhere to, and monitor program and division
- Supervise, direct, mentor, coach, develop, and correct division
- Analyze complex administrative and program information and issues, evaluate alternative solutions, and recommend and adopt effective courses of action.
- Work collaboratively and cooperatively in a team environment and encourage innovation and initiative from employees.
- Operate a variety of maintenance vehicles, equipment, tools, and devices safely and
- Prepare clear, concise, and effective reports, presentations, correspondence, and other related
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Effectively utilize a variety of software and database programs to enter and track data, develop meaningful reports and schedules, and perform essential functions of the position.
QUALIFYING TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
A combination of training and experience that demonstrates an individual has obtained the required knowledge and is able to perform the required work (with reasonable accommodation if needed). A person with the following combined training and experience would most likely qualify to compete in a selection process:
Education: Associate degree (or equivalent work experience, training, and education) in environmental science, management, maintenance, chemistry, public administration or a closely related field from an accredited college.
Experience: Seven (7) years of experience in secondary wastewater treatment plant maintenance, with at least three (3) years of supervisory experience.
Licenses and Certifications:
- A valid California Class C driver's license and insurability under the District's driving program must always be maintained.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Expected to respond or report to duty in emergency situations, which may occur after hours, on weekends, and/or holidays.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that may be encountered by an employee while performing the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
- Occasionally transport, lift, and otherwise safely handle objects weighing up to fifty (50)
- Operate District vehicles and electric
- Occasionally reach above shoulder level to access or place files, paperwork or binders, and related items on and off overhead cabinets.
- Periodic kneeling, bending, and stooping to retrieve or place documents, files, and boxes on and off lower shelves, drawers, or ground level.
- Perform simple grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine
- May be required to ascend and descend ladders and stairs; tolerate physical presence at heights of up to 75 feet on outdoor catwalks and exterior walkways of large
- May be required to operate safety devices and equipment and apply proper safety procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Work in a normal office environment with controlled lighting, ventilation, and moderate noise levels.
- May be required to work outside of normal business hours to respond to emergency situations or as training or operational needs require.
- Periodic travel may be required for training, meetings, and other business
- Frequent sitting at a desk for prolonged periods while using a computer or in
- Regularly uses standard office equipment (keyboard, scanner, copier, telephone); intermittently twisting and reaching to operate other equipment without incapacitating adverse effects.
- May be exposed to outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and
- May be required to enter and exit confined
- May be exposed to power and noise producing tools and equipment.
EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS
Fair Labor Standards Act Classification: Exempt – Administrative Exemption
Collective Bargaining Representation Unit: Management Association
Pay Level: M 182
Job Specifications Approved by: Board of Directors
Approval Date: 09/12/2002
Appointment and Removal Authority: General Manager
Revision Approval Authority: General Manager
Revision Date 01/06/2026