Maintenance Supervisor

Department/Division: Full-time position available with the Water Department, Wastewater Treatment Division located at 7300 Hawthorne Rd
Salary Range: $29.98-$44.97/hour
Normal Work Days/Hours: 6:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: July 11, 2025


Responsibilities

• Directly supervises employees carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Supervises and coordinates activities of Maintenance Electricians engaged in construction, maintenance and repair of electrical power, lighting and communication systems of treatment plant, pump station and associated equipment by performing essential duties and responsibilities.
• Directs workers in electrical maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment.
• Plans wiring and installation of equipment and fixtures such as motors, generators, switches, circuit breakers and fuse boxes.
• Inspects wiring and fixtures for conformance to company specifications or local electrical codes.
• Studies production schedules and estimates worker hour requirements for completion of job assignment.
• Interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations.
• Interprets specifications, blueprints and job orders to workers and assigns duties.
• Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Recommends measures to improve repair methods, equipment performance and quality of repair.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase safety and efficiency of shop, department or work crew.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.
• Initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
• Maintains time and attendance records.
• Confers with planners and other supervisors to coordinate activities.
• Performs activities of workers supervised.
• Coordinates with vendors and contractors.

Qualifications

REQUIRES high school graduation and 5 years experience in mechanical and trades maintenance and repair with 1 year experience at the level of the City's Maintenance Mechanic. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the City. Preference given to applicants with a valid Class A CDL and experience in Generators and Industrial Electrical and Medium Voltage Switchgear experience.


Other Information

URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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