Position DescriptionAre you a customer focused, data-driven problem-solver with the ability to coordinate and collaborate with internal and external agencies to ensure safe, reliable water for our community? Tacoma Water is seeking a talented Water Operations Analyst to join our team!
In this essential role, you'll be a key player in efficient work order planning for our Water Maintenance and Construction crews. You'll be responsible for meticulously planning the construction, maintenance, corrective work, repairs, and replacements for Tacoma's water distribution system and supporting infrastructure.
You'll also be a key player in ensuring operational excellence. By auditing planned work and performance metrics, you'll identify areas for improvement and keep our water system running smoothly. Your keen analytical skills will be put to the test as you interpret data, recommend system enhancements, and develop action plans for leadership.
As a subject matter expert in planning and execution processes, you'll be a valuable resource for our team. You'll also contribute to the creation of biennial maintenance and capital budgets, providing vital input for franchise agreement forecasts.
Responsibilities Include: - Planning
- Create work plans for Tacoma Water Distribution Operations and Maintenance groups that follow best practices for the installation, repair, or replacement of assets relating to the operation of our distribution system
- Develop and/or consolidate all needed information to support constraint free execution of work order packages, a work order package can include things such as written scope, drawings & maps, trenching/shoring plans, estimating crew hours, materials, and equipment, and shutdown plans, maps, and notifications
- Review completed work order projects to ensure documentation accurately reflects the work performed
Franchise Required Work- Identify equipment/appurtenances requiring renewal or relocation due to conflicts with the public right of way by working with internal and external stakeholders
- Review external plans and provide detailed information on impacts to Tacoma Water assets
- Develop relationships with external stakeholders to ensure sufficient timing to complete necessary work
Backlog Maintenance- Assist in maintaining a backlog of 2-4 weeks of planned ready to schedule work
- Coordinate activities with Water Engineering, supervisors, employees, private contractors, and other agencies to determine preliminary project timing
Procurement- Identify materials, goods, and/or services needed to purchase to facilitate the repair, maintenance, and construction of the water system
- Coordinate with the warehouse for kit preparation and acquisitions of stock and non-stock materials
Please note, this position is expected to work in person full time at Tacoma Public Utilities.
Qualifications Minimum Education* Bachelor's degree in construction management, business or public administration or directly related field.
Minimum Experience* 2 years of professional maintenance and asset management experience.
Desired Qualifications Experience using SAP or similar Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) tool
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements Valid Washington State Driver's License
*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education
Selection Process & Supplemental InformationThis recruitment is being managed by Joanna Hambrick; if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn !
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 305,000 people throughout Pierce and King counties.
Our mission is to deliver clean, reliable services essential to quality of life. If you share our values of Safety, Belonging, Customer focus, Integrity, and Respect, we are looking for you!
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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 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 age26 or younger.
Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 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: 8/6/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
