Position Information
Functional TitleManager, Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance (Bioenergy)
Recruitment Category TypeStandard
Functional CategoryProduction
GradeGS.16
FLSA StatusExempt
Requisition Number26-0235
Number of Vacancies1
Job LevelManagement
Job CodeN/A
Job Description Summary
Organization NameBiosolids Management
Reports toDivision Manager or Plant Superintendent
Full or Part TimeFull Time
If Part Time how many hours per week
Regular or TemporaryRegular
Position End Date (if temporary)
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday 6:30am to 3pm
Position LocationAccokeek
Position Summary Information
General Summary
TheManager, Electrical & Mechanical Maintenanceplans, manages and supervises electrical and mechanical maintenance functions of the Biosolids Management Division. The position works closely and collaboratively with the Chief Plant Operator and Plant Engineering Section Manager to ensure the highest reliability of all electrical and mechanical equipment and apparatuses at the facilities, under the supervision of the Plant Superintendent. At the Anaerobic Digestion/Combined Heat & Power (AD/ CHP ) facility, this role shares in the effective operation and maintenance of the facility.
Essential Functions
Supervises employees including selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and/or termination or recommending termination
Screens and interviews job applicants, prepares performance evaluations, recommends disciplinary actions, approves timesheets, discusses grievances with Shop Steward, and recommends relevant training
Plans, assigns, manages and supervises the maintenance of electrical and mechanical process equipment of a Plant or Division, reviews the work of others, and establishes priorities
Determines the qualification of individual members of the Career Ladder Program for Production to perform specific skilled tasks within the program
Plans and schedules tasks for corrective and preventive maintenance work
Oversees or takes the lead on more difficult electrical or mechanical maintenance work
Installs pumps, motors, pipes, valves, and electrical controls necessary to make a new pumping unit functional
Determines the nature and extent of repairs and work sequences
Promotes safe work practices and investigates accidents
Confers with manufacturer representatives to explore new products and techniques
Recommends items to include in the budget
Oversees the plant or group preventative maintenance program
Requisitions appropriate materials, and keeps abreast of parts and equipment availability
Prepares a variety of reports and procedures, and maintains detailed records
Reviews work orders for accuracy and completeness
Repairs and maintains motor controls and equipment up to 5KV including synchronous motors and variable speed controls
Repairs and maintains substation equipment up to 69KV including oil circuit breakers and transformers
Installs, maintains, repairs, and tests electrical systems, electric shop equipment, and internal electrical power distribution facilities
Repairs and maintains pneumatic and hydraulic control systems on valves and bubbler systems
Installs a wide variety of electrical or mechanical equipment
Stays current on technological advances and regulations in the electrical, mechanical, and electronic fields and industries
Performs inspections at new facilities to ensure equipment is working properly and following specifications; guides contractors on their work
Confers with Project Managers and makes recommendations on design projects
Coordinates with utility companies to install new or make repairs to existing services
Participates in the Production Department E/M Duty Program
Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business
Other Functions
Performs related duties as required
Work Environment And Physical Demands
Work is performed in the plant and the office
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment of the electrical/mechanical trade
Thorough knowledge of construction, installation, operation and maintenance of electrical/mechanical systems, including installation and/or modification of all sizes of electrical conduit, cables, wires, switches, automatic starting equipment, etc.
Thorough knowledge of defects and faults in electrical wiring and appliances and corrective measures
Ability to work from drawings, schematics & specifications, including designing electrical installations of lighting, pumping stations, and general-type construction
Ability to use maintenance management programs to assist with planning and scheduling activities
Some knowledge of electronic repair practices and methods
Skill in the use of tools and adjusting defects in electrical and mechanical systems and equipment
Ability to plan and review the work of others
Good interpersonal communication skills
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent
5+ years of journey-level electrical/mechanical technician or specialist experience
Additional Requirements
Possession of a valid driver's license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver's permit within 90 days of hire or transfer date
Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter
Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work
Preferences
Supervisory experience
5+ years master electrical/mechanical technician or specialist experience, or high voltage experience (5 KV or greater)
Completion of 2 years of college coursework in electrical/mechanical maintenance theory and practices or business management
Salary$108,056 - $183,987
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
Close Date06/03/2026
Open Until FilledNo
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.
Supplemental Questions
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Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?
Yes
No
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