Massachusetts Water Resources Authority
Fayville, Massachusetts
Job Description Job Description Are you looking to make a meaningful impact on public health and the environment? Join the MWRA team! We deliver some of the nation's highest-quality drinking water to 3 million residents, restored Boston Harbor, and continue to invest in protecting vital public resources. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work truly makes a difference in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment. Summary: Provides technical assistance in support of the overall maintenance program, electrical construction design services and field-inspection services for various Western Operations electrical construction and maintenance projects. Posting Period: Location: , MA Salary: $ Annually $ Weekly Salary Range: Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, am - pm Key Responsibilities Supports the Program Manager to develop and administer maintenance service contracts to support existing Western Operations and Maintenance (O & M) facilities. Supports pro-active maintenance programs, guides efforts to ensure reliability and maintainability of equipment, processes, utilities, facilities and safety systems. Assists in the design development involving electrical additions and improvements, including layout changes for plant equipment. Develops conceptual sketches, field measurements and reviews manufacturer product data. Compiles designs and drawings, provides first draft layouts and detail options for review. Incorporates review comments into a final version with minimal technical guidance, supervision and direction. Works with the Program Manager, Electrical to make modifications to operation and maintenance documentation with respect to electrical design modifications and upgrades. Assists the plant operations staff with technical resolution and recommendations to electrical problems, which arise during normal operation of the plant. Provides diagnostic analysis and advanced troubleshooting of electrical machinery failures. Develops and maintains files and familiarity with all codes, code addenda, code cases, and industry standards applicable to the electrical field, and ensure the facility specifications comply. Assists with coordination of plant project activities with engineering consultants, contractors and manufacturers as required. Provides oral and written reports detailing results of problem investigations and economic justification for proposed changes. Acts as the resident field inspector on major and minor electrical construction and maintenance projects. Reviews contractor payment requests and makes recommendation for payment. Participates in the troubleshooting, testing, inspection and operation of complex medium and high voltage (480 volt - 69 kV) electrical systems and equipment including feeder circuits, distribution circuits, complex relay systems, automatic transfer switches and high voltage circuit breakers. Provides written reports detailing results of problem investigations and economic justification for proposed changes. Supports medium and high voltage substation switching while synchronizing multiple sources of power and the maintenance of medium and high voltage distribution systems within Western Operations. Participates in planning, scheduling, and performing preventative and corrective maintenance. Supports the execution of the annual condition assessment and of the asset replacement strategy for assigned assets. Supports the Electrical Program Manager in troubleshooting, testing, inspecting, and operation of medium and high voltage electrical systems and equipment Performs related duties as required. Required Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering; and At least five (5) years of electrical design experience, or field experience that includes the installation, field inspection and maintenance of a wide variety of electrical power and control equipment; and Experience with complex industrial controls, high voltage switch gear and hydro-electric operations; or Any equivalent combination of education or experience. Possess the ability to determine if field installations are compliant with applicable National and Local codes; and Possess the ability to fully define and clarify code-related issues. A valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License or driver's license from another state. Knowledge and Abilities Demonstrated knowledge of process plant electrical equipment, high voltage machines, construction issues and water plant experience, preferred. Knowledge of general and specific electrical installation principles and practices. Demonstrated abilities to work as part of a project team and to develop and maintain productive working relationships with external parties. Proficiency with personal computers and knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, CMMS and engineering applications software required. Proficiency with the use of power analyzer meters and various condition monitoring instruments and their related software applications required. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills are required. Tools and Equipment Used Office equipment normally associated with a professional office environment, including the use of telephone, personal computer, word processing and other software, email, videoconference applications, copy and scanner/fax machine. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, including office equipment or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office environment. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, and is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet in an office setting. Supervision Received and Exercised Works under the general supervision of the Program Manager, Electrical. Other Position Information PCR : Division : Operations Department : Field Operations/Western O&M Union / Grade : MOSES (Unit 9)/Grade 25 Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.
Job Description Job Description Are you looking to make a meaningful impact on public health and the environment? Join the MWRA team! We deliver some of the nation's highest-quality drinking water to 3 million residents, restored Boston Harbor, and continue to invest in protecting vital public resources. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work truly makes a difference in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment. Summary: Provides technical assistance in support of the overall maintenance program, electrical construction design services and field-inspection services for various Western Operations electrical construction and maintenance projects. Posting Period: Location: , MA Salary: $ Annually $ Weekly Salary Range: Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, am - pm Key Responsibilities Supports the Program Manager to develop and administer maintenance service contracts to support existing Western Operations and Maintenance (O & M) facilities. Supports pro-active maintenance programs, guides efforts to ensure reliability and maintainability of equipment, processes, utilities, facilities and safety systems. Assists in the design development involving electrical additions and improvements, including layout changes for plant equipment. Develops conceptual sketches, field measurements and reviews manufacturer product data. Compiles designs and drawings, provides first draft layouts and detail options for review. Incorporates review comments into a final version with minimal technical guidance, supervision and direction. Works with the Program Manager, Electrical to make modifications to operation and maintenance documentation with respect to electrical design modifications and upgrades. Assists the plant operations staff with technical resolution and recommendations to electrical problems, which arise during normal operation of the plant. Provides diagnostic analysis and advanced troubleshooting of electrical machinery failures. Develops and maintains files and familiarity with all codes, code addenda, code cases, and industry standards applicable to the electrical field, and ensure the facility specifications comply. Assists with coordination of plant project activities with engineering consultants, contractors and manufacturers as required. Provides oral and written reports detailing results of problem investigations and economic justification for proposed changes. Acts as the resident field inspector on major and minor electrical construction and maintenance projects. Reviews contractor payment requests and makes recommendation for payment. Participates in the troubleshooting, testing, inspection and operation of complex medium and high voltage (480 volt - 69 kV) electrical systems and equipment including feeder circuits, distribution circuits, complex relay systems, automatic transfer switches and high voltage circuit breakers. Provides written reports detailing results of problem investigations and economic justification for proposed changes. Supports medium and high voltage substation switching while synchronizing multiple sources of power and the maintenance of medium and high voltage distribution systems within Western Operations. Participates in planning, scheduling, and performing preventative and corrective maintenance. Supports the execution of the annual condition assessment and of the asset replacement strategy for assigned assets. Supports the Electrical Program Manager in troubleshooting, testing, inspecting, and operation of medium and high voltage electrical systems and equipment Performs related duties as required. Required Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering; and At least five (5) years of electrical design experience, or field experience that includes the installation, field inspection and maintenance of a wide variety of electrical power and control equipment; and Experience with complex industrial controls, high voltage switch gear and hydro-electric operations; or Any equivalent combination of education or experience. Possess the ability to determine if field installations are compliant with applicable National and Local codes; and Possess the ability to fully define and clarify code-related issues. A valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License or driver's license from another state. Knowledge and Abilities Demonstrated knowledge of process plant electrical equipment, high voltage machines, construction issues and water plant experience, preferred. Knowledge of general and specific electrical installation principles and practices. Demonstrated abilities to work as part of a project team and to develop and maintain productive working relationships with external parties. Proficiency with personal computers and knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, CMMS and engineering applications software required. Proficiency with the use of power analyzer meters and various condition monitoring instruments and their related software applications required. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills are required. Tools and Equipment Used Office equipment normally associated with a professional office environment, including the use of telephone, personal computer, word processing and other software, email, videoconference applications, copy and scanner/fax machine. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, including office equipment or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office environment. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, and is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet in an office setting. Supervision Received and Exercised Works under the general supervision of the Program Manager, Electrical. Other Position Information PCR : Division : Operations Department : Field Operations/Western O&M Union / Grade : MOSES (Unit 9)/Grade 25 Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.
Massachusetts Water Resources Authority
Fayville, Massachusetts
Job Description Job Description Are you looking to make a meaningful impact on public health and the environment? Join the MWRA team! We deliver some of the nation's highest-quality drinking water to 3 million residents, restored Boston Harbor, and continue to invest in protecting vital public resources. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work truly makes a difference-in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment. MWRA POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION: Fencing Foreman DIVISION: Operations DEPARTMENT: Western General UNION/GRADE: Unit 2/Grade 14 TO VIEW OUR BENEFITS PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK! - BASIC PURPOSE: Provides general supervision for fencing and other operational maintenance of assigned areas of responsibility along the transmission and treatment facilities. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a General Foreman. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Exercise close supervision of OMC Laborers and Skilled Laborers. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Exercises general supervision over a number of employees engaged in fence maintenance and other water supply system operation and maintenance. Plans and lays out and supervises work assignments of subordinates engaged in replacement, operation and maintenance of fences, fire lanes, aqueducts, masonry gate chambers, masonry bridges, pipelines, culverts, drainage ditches, driveways, buildings, and miscellaneous structures. Keeps time records of subordinates and makes work and progress reports to supervisor. Exercises working supervision on gates, changes for flood control and water supply as required. Makes preliminary investigations regarding permit requests, zoning variations and makes reports of same to superior. Acts as liaison between MWRA and general public with regards to complaints, inquiries, etc. Maintains records or materials used in assigned area, including gasoline, tools, fencing, lumber, etc. Requisitions equipment and materials as necessary to insure proper maintenance of assigned area. Makes recommendations for subordinate upgrading, training and personal growth. SECONDARY DUTIES: Provides on the job training for crewmembers, as required. Performs related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Basic reading, writing, mathematical and oral communication skills as normally attained through a high school education or equivalent; and Five (5) years experience in aqueduct, reservoir, sewer lines or grounds maintenance; and At least two (2) years in supervisory capacity or successful completion of the MWRA sponsored supervisory training program and receipt of the training certificate; or Any equivalent combination of education or experience. Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated ability in the scheduling and satisfactory completion of designated tasks. Familiarity with the areas of responsibility under the care and control of a water supply system involving aqueducts, gate houses, diversion facilities, etc. Working knowledge of crafts and labor force operations required in general maintenance and repair work. Demonstrated ability to keep time records of subordinates and to make work and progress reports. Ability to carry out oral and written instructions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: A valid Class D Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operators License. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Motor vehicle, power and hand tools, mobile radio, telephone, beeper. P HYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee occasionally is required to stand, walk, talk or hear, sit, climb, or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job , the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee occasionally works in precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is very loud in field settings, and moderately loud at other work locations. Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.
Job Description Job Description Are you looking to make a meaningful impact on public health and the environment? Join the MWRA team! We deliver some of the nation's highest-quality drinking water to 3 million residents, restored Boston Harbor, and continue to invest in protecting vital public resources. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work truly makes a difference-in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment. MWRA POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION: Fencing Foreman DIVISION: Operations DEPARTMENT: Western General UNION/GRADE: Unit 2/Grade 14 TO VIEW OUR BENEFITS PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK! - BASIC PURPOSE: Provides general supervision for fencing and other operational maintenance of assigned areas of responsibility along the transmission and treatment facilities. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a General Foreman. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Exercise close supervision of OMC Laborers and Skilled Laborers. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Exercises general supervision over a number of employees engaged in fence maintenance and other water supply system operation and maintenance. Plans and lays out and supervises work assignments of subordinates engaged in replacement, operation and maintenance of fences, fire lanes, aqueducts, masonry gate chambers, masonry bridges, pipelines, culverts, drainage ditches, driveways, buildings, and miscellaneous structures. Keeps time records of subordinates and makes work and progress reports to supervisor. Exercises working supervision on gates, changes for flood control and water supply as required. Makes preliminary investigations regarding permit requests, zoning variations and makes reports of same to superior. Acts as liaison between MWRA and general public with regards to complaints, inquiries, etc. Maintains records or materials used in assigned area, including gasoline, tools, fencing, lumber, etc. Requisitions equipment and materials as necessary to insure proper maintenance of assigned area. Makes recommendations for subordinate upgrading, training and personal growth. SECONDARY DUTIES: Provides on the job training for crewmembers, as required. Performs related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Basic reading, writing, mathematical and oral communication skills as normally attained through a high school education or equivalent; and Five (5) years experience in aqueduct, reservoir, sewer lines or grounds maintenance; and At least two (2) years in supervisory capacity or successful completion of the MWRA sponsored supervisory training program and receipt of the training certificate; or Any equivalent combination of education or experience. Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated ability in the scheduling and satisfactory completion of designated tasks. Familiarity with the areas of responsibility under the care and control of a water supply system involving aqueducts, gate houses, diversion facilities, etc. Working knowledge of crafts and labor force operations required in general maintenance and repair work. Demonstrated ability to keep time records of subordinates and to make work and progress reports. Ability to carry out oral and written instructions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: A valid Class D Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operators License. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Motor vehicle, power and hand tools, mobile radio, telephone, beeper. P HYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee occasionally is required to stand, walk, talk or hear, sit, climb, or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job , the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee occasionally works in precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is very loud in field settings, and moderately loud at other work locations. Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.