County of Alameda

Bridge and Pump Supervisor (#9521)

Bargaining Unit: ACMEA - Public Works Mgmt (R44)
$72.16-$72.16 Hourly / $5,772.80-$5,772.80 BiWeekly /
$12,507.73-$12,507.73 Monthly / $150,092.80-$150,092.80 Yearly

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DESCRIPTION

Under general direction, to supervise the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair activities of the estuary bridges and Flood Control District pumping plant operations countywide; and to perform related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

The Bridge and Pump Supervisor classification is located in the Public Works Agency in the Maintenance and Operations Department and reports to the Maintenance and Operations Manager. The Bridge and Pump Supervisor is the first-line supervisor of the day-to-day operations of the movable bridges and/or pumping plants operated by the County. This classification is distinguished from the Maintenance and Operations Manager in that the latter classification has overall program and policy responsibilities while the former supervises the day-to-day operations, activities, and staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each employee in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

Assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Maintenance and Operations Manager in their absence; works closely with the Maintenance and Operations Manager on policy matters related to bridge and pump station, maintenance and operations; responds to emergencies requiring immediate bridge and pumping plant repairs.
Inspects all bridges and/or pump stations regularly to check mechanical condition, notes repairs needed, and assists staff with operating or maintenance problems, plans needed repairs and replacements, and submits estimates; plans and supervises new electrical and mechanical installations as required; directs or supervises the painting and repair of wooden, steel, and concrete bridge structures and pump station facilities.
Confers with Maintenance and Operations Manager on problems of major maintenance and repair; develops short and long-term plans and budgets for the repair, maintenance upgrade and replacement of components, structures and systems; develops and administers contracts and purchase orders for same.
Plans, directs, supervises, or personally performs varied maintenance and repair tasks, such as servicing and overhauling all types of electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and components including work done by service contractors.
Orders supplies and parts required for bridges and pumping plant maintenance and repair, checks on delivery, and supervises proper storage; keeps detailed operational records and makes reports.
Oversees, operates, upgrades and maintains the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system for the pump stations and ensures its continued operation and performance.
Prepares schedules and directs work for Stationary Engineers, Bridge Tenders, and Utility Workers, works daily with subordinate crew and observes work in the field to determine it is being performed under safe conditions, advises and instructs subordinates on proper execution of assigned tasks.
Inspects work for progress and ensures it is proceeding in accordance with instruction, general work standards, standard trade practices, and time limits.
Enforces County, Agency and departmental policies and practices; conducts safety meetings with field crews.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EITHER I

Experience:

The equivalent of two (2) years of full-time experience in the classification of Stationary Engineer working with the type of equipment used in the maintenance and repair of movable bridges and pumps in the Alameda County classified service.

OR II

Experience:

The equivalent of four (4) years of progressively responsible, full-time experience in electrical and mechanical equipment repair work at the journey level, of which at least two (2) years of work experience must have been served in a supervisory capacity.

License (required for all of the above patterns):

Possess and maintain a valid California Motor Vehicle Class C Driver’s License. Candidate must submit evidence from DMV showing the current status of their license at the time of application and must have a clean driving record for the previous three (3)-year period.

Special Requirements:

Employees may be required to work evening, night, and rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, with short notice, to serve as an on-call supervisor, attend meetings after hours, or handle calls in response to emergency or critical incidents as needed.

NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualification in the announcement of an examination.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the “Examples of Duties” section of this specification.

Knowledge of:

Governmental regulations and codes relating to the operation and maintenance of movable bridges and pumping plants.
Methods, tools, and equipment used in the skilled trades necessary for the maintenance and repair of drawbridges, engines, electrical and mechanical systems, buildings, structures, gear drives, and pumps.
Building construction trades, such as masonry, plumbing, structural iron work, carpentry, painting and welding.
Drawbridge operations, including safety practices; regulations governing operations of movable bridges over navigable waters in the State of California.
Pump Station and ground water pumping principles.
The F.C.C. Radio Operators Guide.
Principles and practices of supervision and leadership.
Principles of municipal budget preparation and administration.
Correct English usage including grammar, spelling, business letter writing, and formatting.
Computer applications, operations, software, and hardware of various types including MS Office products, accounting/budgeting software, maintenance management systems, GIS/GPS systems, SCADA systems, mobile devices, tablets, etc.
Contract and purchase order development and administration, accounting and record-keeping practices, report writing, etc.

Ability to:

Make sound decisions quickly and during pressured situations.
Plan, coordinate, and direct the work of a small to moderately sized group of Maintenance and Operations workers in the performance of bridge and pump station maintenance and operations.
Analyze data and reports and provide recommendations, options and/or conclusions.
Set standards of performance in order to control and optimize the productivity of staff.
Estimate the staffing, equipment, and materials required in the category of work assigned.
Keep detailed, organized records and special files as necessary.
Read and interpret complex plans, blueprints, specifications, government regulations and contract documents.
Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing computer applications and software at an intermediate level or higher for MS Office and other business-related applications.
Train subordinates in all phases of work and safety.
Keep abreast of changing technology, work methods and materials, and utilize new technologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Communicate in a clear and concise manner in written and verbal format and demonstrate effective reading comprehension.
Perform operations of draw bridges and pump stations with safety and skill.
Create, develop, and administer contracts, work plans, budgets, etc., and monitor expenditures.

Working Conditions

Duties require sitting, standing, walking on level, wet/slippery, and uneven surfaces; climbing/descending stairs and ladders; working at extreme heights above water; balancing on steel structures; working underground and near moving traffic. Employees, while conducting inspections, supervising others, or performing repair activities, may be required to stoop, kneel, and squat. Duties may require pulling weights over 50 pounds or lifting weights over 25 pounds. The employee may work outdoors in all weather conditions; around loud noises, paint fumes, paint chips, dust from grinders, and mechanical or electrical hazards; and near operating pumps and bridge machinery. Employee is required to participate in the on-call supervisor program.

CLASS SPEC HISTORY

Typed: 5/96

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Old document: 1310H.DOC

New document: Jobspecs/9521

ys/11/01

CSC Date: 7/28/97

MAH:cs Revised 7/10/14

CSC Date: 8/6/14

MH:cs Revised 2/2/15

CSC Date: 4/29/15

SK:saa Revised 12/16/24

CSC Date:2/05/25

BENEFITS

Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*:

For your Health & Well-Being

Medical – HMO & PPO Plans
Dental – HMO & PPO Plans
Vision or Vision Reimbursement
Share the Savings
Basic Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
County Allowance Credit
Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)

For your Work/Life Balance

12 paid holidays
Floating Holidays
Vacation and sick leave accrual
Vacation purchase program
Management Paid Leave**
Catastrophic Sick Leave
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits Program
Guaranteed Ride Home
Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
Child Care Resources
1^st United Services Credit Union

*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.

** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave.