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Department:
1130 GRU - Deerhaven AdministrationSalary Range Minimum:
$103,640.00Salary Range Maximum:
$159,346.50Closing Date:
01/02/2025Job Details:
This is technical managerial work in the operation and maintenance of an electric generating station with an installed capacity of approximately 400 megawatts or greater and the capability of producing 3,000,000 megawatt hours or greater annually or a solid fuel steam generating plant. This position is responsible for all plant activities related to the operation of fossil fuel steam-electric generating units and combustion turbines. Work includes direct supervision of plant staff, engineers, planners, and supervisors.May Underfill from this posting additional Production Manager or Production Leader positions. May fill multiple positions from this posting. May establish an eligibility list.
Job Description:
NATURE OF WORK
This is managerial work in the operation and maintenance of an electric generating station with an installed capacity of approximately 400 megawatts or greater and the capability of producing 3,000,000 megawatt hours or greater annually. This position is responsible for all plant activities related to the operation of fossil fuel steam-electric generating units and combustion turbines. Work includes direct supervision of plant staff, engineers, planners, and supervisors.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS
Positions allocated to this class report to a designated supervisor and work under general supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its managerial responsibility of generation assets. The position level is determined by the asset size and complexity.
EXAMPLES OF WORK**
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, fiscal and administrative functions of production asset.
Assures conformance with plant administrative policies and procedures within an assigned operating and maintenance division.
Formulates and directs implementation of plant operating and maintenance policies and procedures.
Directs development and implementation of plant performance programs and maintenance planning, scheduling, and work order control programs and procedures.
Participates in the preparation of annual operating capital budgets for management review and administers daily budget activities and expenditures.
Reviews, evaluates, recommends, and directs activities related to implementing major repairs, alterations, additions, and improvements to plant facilities.
Formulates and directs policies and procedures required for safe and efficient operation of facilities and use of personnel.
Assists in development of professional and craft technical training and industrial safety training programs for power production personnel and assures effective program implementation and administration.
Evaluates and recommends use of contractual services, when cost effective, and administers contracts.
Prepares records and reports on plant operations and maintenance.
Recommends selection, promotion, discharge, and other appropriate personnel actions.
Administers terms and conditions of labor agreements for bargaining unit personnel within assigned areas of plant responsibility and recommends modifications to existing agreements for future negotiation.
Will be required to respond under emergency conditions.
Attends work on continuous and regular basis.
NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
May act in absence of supervisor.
May be responsible for enforcing the drug policy, based on physical location and organizational structure.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in engineering or related subject, and seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in operation and maintenance of high pressure steam electric generating plants, including three (3) years in plant engineering with project management experience, or other plant supervisory capacity, or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES
Valid Florida Driver License required.
NOTES
None.
SELECTION FACTORS
Thorough knowledge of machines, equipment, materials, and industry recognized operating and maintenance policies, procedures, and practices related to fossil fired electric generating plants.
Thorough knowledge of principles of electric power generation, related construction and equipment and facilities operating, maintenance, and performance criteria.
Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards, necessary safety precautions, and related laws, rules, and regulations connected with operation of electric generating facilities.
Thorough knowledge of state and federal environmental laws, rules, and regulations related to operation of fossil fired electric generating facilities.
Knowledge of electric utility industry accounting principles and practices.
Knowledge of governmental budget procedures.
Ability to plan, layout, schedule, assign, and inspect work of power plant personnel.
Ability to prepare accurate operating and/or maintenance and capital budgets for electric generating facilities.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
Ability to work with engineers, architects, contractors, and manufacturers for construction of new facilities or modifications to existing facilities.
Ability to work effectively with elected officials, charter officers, department heads, representatives of other agencies, other city employees, and the general public.
Human Resources Department: Signed original on file in Human Resources / 04/03/2014
Date
** This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of a specific job function does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the job.
REVISION DATE: 8/4/1997; 4/23/2007; 3/30/2010; 3/27/2014
Note:
May Require Assessment(s).
May fill multiple positions.
May establish an eligibility list.
Come join our team! The City of Gainesville offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.
All ‘regular’ employees are eligible for traditional benefits such as health insurance, life insurance, paid leave, 11 paid a holidays a year, a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan, but we also offer great things like on-site fitness centers, tuition reimbursement, on-site medical staff and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy. Please note; benefits are not available for temporary employees.
Equal Opportunity
The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability, who require special accommodations during the selection process, should notify the Human Resources Department at 352-334-5077 or TDD/TTY at 352-334-2292.
Veterans' Preference
Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process. However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference.
If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at HR@cityofgainesville.org or by calling 352-334-5077.
