Wastewater Maintenance Superintendent en City of Shoreline, WA

About the Department

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to become our Wastewater Maintenance Superintendent, a position subject to the City Council's approval on October 6. With a focus on proactive maintenance and advanced asset management, you will be responsible for driving the operational excellence that ensures the uninterrupted and reliable function of our wastewater collection system. This is a crucial leadership role that directly impacts our community's public health and environmental well-being. If you are a certified wastewater professional ready to inspire a team and put your technical and managerial skills to work for a critical shared mission, apply today. 

Why Work for Shoreline? Shoreline has been ranked multiple times as one of the most livable cities in America. The 2024 resident satisfaction survey reported that 95% of residents feeling Shoreline is a welcoming and inclusive community, 89% agreed it is good or excellent as a place to live and 85% rated the city as good or excellent as a place to raise children. 

The City’s strategic framework, made up of its vision, mission, and values, guides City employees in day-to-day work. The City's mission is to fulfill the community’s vision by delivering quality and accessible public services responsibly, equitably, and efficiently.??If you are a candidate with the desire to serve and make a difference in local government, join us! 

According to the 2023 employee satisfaction survey, City employees had a clear understanding of how their job fits with the mission of the City. Their job gave them the opportunity to use their own judgment and initiative, and their job kept them challenged and provided them with opportunities to try new things. 

Competitive Wages: We maintain competitive compensation packages and work to provide wages that meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities of our employees. (The January 1, 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment of 2.683% is pending the City Council's approval on November 17, resulting in a range of $120,276 – $146,334 annually for this position.) 

Comprehensive Benefits: The City offers competitive benefits, including Student Loan Forgiveness, that are unmatched by most other employers. The City creates an environment that supports wellness practices which enhance the quality of life for City employees and encourage and incentivize participation in an employee wellness program. Please click on the benefits tab above for details. 

DEFINITION
The Wastewater Superintendent oversees the maintenance and repair activities of the City’s wastewater collection system, including maintaining, repairing and replacement of pumps, motors, electrical and electronic control systems, emergency power generators, flow monitors, grinder pumps, closed circuit television inspection (CCTV), and supervisory control data acquisition (SCADA) equipment; executes wastewater asset management and preventative maintenance strategies, and fats, oils and grease (FOG) programs; and protects public health through implementation and monitoring of programs and procedures which comply with federal, state and local regulations, codes and policies. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direction from assigned management staff.
Exercises general supervision over assigned maintenance and contract staff.

Position Duties

ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS  Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Functions:
Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include any combination of the following tasks:

1. Plan, schedule, and oversee the maintenance responsibilities of the City’s wastewater collection systems assets and equipment including emergency power generators, flow monitors, grinder pumps, lift stations, manholes, CCTV and SCADA systems; eductor truck, emergency response van, sewer line rapid assessment tool (SL-RAT), fleet vehicles and various other hand and powered maintenance tools. and other specialized equipment for 24/7 operations and emergency response events. 
2. Provide supervision and leadership of assigned personnel; advise, coach, train and motivate staff; approve leave requests and timesheets; recommend hiring of employees, evaluate job performance and discipline subordinates in accordance with established policies and procedures; and exercise independent judgment and initiative within general guidelines.  
3. Perform administrative functions associated with leading a public utilities workgroup including maintaining accurate records; ordering parts, supplies and equipment; damage claim investigations; preparing written reports and correspondence; and developing processes, policy and procedures. 
4. Contribute to and support capital improvement program and service improvement efforts by participating in long-range wastewater master planning.
5. Develop and manage an after-hours on-call schedule that ensures adequate coverage for wastewater-related emergencies, including providing initial and ongoing training to ensure staff are competent and knowledgeable about their responsibilities and ensuring an equitable rotation of on-call assignments.
6. Utilize specialized computerized maintenance management software and other tools to monitor and report cost of service (equipment, labor and material) and asset performance including CCTV and visual inspection condition assessments; and geographical information system (GIS) data coordination for informed asset preventative maintenance, repair and replacement decisions. 
7. Oversee the maintenance and repair of wastewater control instrumentation, telemetry, motor control centers and other equipment that support real-time systems used for monitoring and controlling wastewater operations.
8. Oversee the Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) program, including inspection of grease interceptors and traps, manholes and mainlines; public education and outreach; investigate and resolve non-compliance issues, rodent control and initiate enforcement actions when required.
9. Develop and implement operational work practices and procedures; promote culture of continuous improvement; and direct workflow and prioritization of work activities. 
10. Coordinate facility and fleet acquisition, preventative maintenance, repair and replacement needs with Parks, Fleet and Facilities Manager.
11. Develop operating budget recommendations; justify budget requests, monitor expenditures, and review financial reports to ensure sound fiscal control.
12. Maintain cooperative relations and coordinate wastewater maintenance activities with peer agencies and other city divisions and departments.  
13. Attend meetings, conduct research, compile information, complete special projects and various reports, and make presentations.
14. Ensure that work areas are maintained in a safe condition and that employees perform duties in a safe manner. 
15. Prepare accurate, clear, concise records, reports, correspondence and other written materials. 
16. Provide highly responsive customer service to utility customers, contractors, developers, and others.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices in the operation, maintenance and repair of wastewater pumps, lift stations, mains, laterals, telemetry and electrical control systems and related appurtenances and equipment.
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Principles and practices of Asset Management systems, including condition assessments. 
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Safety and training practices and procedures associated with wastewater collection
• Principles and practices of contract development, negotiation and administration.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local codes and regulations, including basic employment laws

Skills in:

• Word processing, spreadsheet and other job-related applications.
• Oral and written communication.
• Supervisory practices, including hiring, training and performance management (appraisal, disciplinary actions and procedures).
• Leadership, teamwork and mentoring team members.

Ability to:

• Participate and work effectively in an organization committed to advancing principles and practices of equity and anti-racism.
• Analyze situations accurately and determine a proper course of action.
• Inspect facilities and systems for repair and maintenance need and fire, safety and health hazards.
• Establish work priorities; meet schedules and timelines.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Use discretion and independent judgment to analyze situations and reach sound conclusions.
• Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.

Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Four years of increasingly responsible wastewater maintenance experience including two (2) years' experience in a supervisory or lead position.
Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college-level course work in construction technology or specialized training in public works maintenance or a related field.
License or Certificate
Desirable licenses or certifications include:

• Washington Wastewater Collection Specialist II (WWC-II) 
• Public Works Supervisor or Manager certification through APWA or similar organizations.
• Valid state-issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record* with a Commercial Driver’s license with a Class A or B with tankers endorsement highly desired.

*Employees who operate City vehicles, or as a condition of employment, whose jobs require that they operate City vehicles, are subject to Use of City Vehicle Policy #600-01 and must consistently meet the requirements of Risk Management for employees who drive under these circumstances.

Other Qualifications

WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
Office environment with some field work; exposure to computer screens and occasionally to inclement weather conditions; work around heavy equipment. Work is performed typically while sitting, standing, driving, or frequently walking. potential exposure to biohazards and hazardous chemicals; occasional work on slippery or uneven surface. Local travel within the service area is required.
Physical Conditions:
Essential and marginal functions may require walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly using hands to grasp objects, frequently fingering/keyboarding; occasional moderate to heavy lifting. 

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY
Position is not eligible for remote work based on the job responsibility and duties of the position that require job tasks to be done exclusively onsite as outlined in the Employees Working Remotely policy.

APPLICATION AND HIRING PROCESS 
To demonstrate skills and interest, please complete the application and provide answers to the Supplemental Questions which will help us determine your qualifications for the job. (This application does NOT allow for attachments.)

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE

• Review of applications: Week of 10/27
• Panel interviews: Week of 11/3
• Second interviews: 11/12 or 11/13
• Background and/or reference checks: Week of 11/17
• Targeted start date: 12/8 through 1/5/2026

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