Pump Station Assistant Manager

Classification Title:

Pump Station Assistant Manager

Salary:

$52,892.12 - $68,411.53

Department:

Public Works

Opening Date:

10/02/2025

Closing Date:

10/16/2025 12:00 a.m.

FLSA Status: NonExempt

Employment Relationship: Just cause subject to probationary period

Job Summary

The employee in this classification, under the supervision of the Public Works Commissioner or designee, is responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of retention basins, pump stations, storm drains, sanitary sewers and water supply systems. Conducts inspections of facilities, equipment and motor vehicles for preventive and corrective maintenance. Analyzes and evaluates sampling data and treatment processes. Supervises assigned staff. Performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities:

Manages the operations, maintenance and repair of retention basins, pump stations, storm drains, sanitary sewers and water supply systems.

Manages, assigns, monitors and evaluates the work of assigned staff in the performance of assigned duties. Maintains appropriate staff levels for operational coverage.

Coordinates and provides staff training to ensure required training is provided.

Conducts inspections of facilities, equipment and motor vehicles for preventive and corrective maintenance.

Analyzes and evaluates sampling data and treatment processes.

Severs as a liaison of the Macomb County Public Works Office on boards, committees and workgroups.

Compiles and prepares statistical information and reports as needed.

Provides public/community relations and educational activities as directed.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience 

• Possession of a high school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development test
• Five (5) years of experience operating and controlling storm water pumps and related equipment

Preferred Education and Experience 

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Public Administration, Business Management or a directly related field from an accredited college or university

• Previous Supervisory Experience

Required Licenses or Certifications 

• Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license and an operable insured automobile for authorized travel
• Possession of a MDEQ Municipal Class D operator’s license

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES:

Knowledge Of:

• Operation and maintenance of storm water equipment
• Sampling and testing procedures
• Computer software usage, including Windows, Word and Excel

Skill In:

• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated decision-making ability and problem solving skills

Ability To:

• Work independently and meet deadlines with limited supervision
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other professionals and agencies of the public
• Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
• Speak and understand a language other than English is preferred
• Initiate, coordinate, and implement policies, procedures, and programs to meet agency goals and objectives
• Conduct oneself with tact and courtesy

Work Environment/Conditions:

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom   O=Occasionally   F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Work Environment

• Office or similar indoor environment: O

Outdoor environment: F/C

• Street environment (near moving traffic): F/C

Construction site: F/C

Confined space: O

Exposures

• Individuals who are hostile or irate: O
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds: N/S
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): N/S
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): N/S

Communicable diseases: N/S

• Moving mechanical parts: O
• Fumes or airborne particles: O
• Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: O

Loud noises (85+ decibels): O

Blood Borne Pathogens: N/S

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.

N/S=Never/Seldom   O=Occasionally   F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Demand:

• Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: F/C
• Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist): F/C
• Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: O
• Crawling (moving about on hands and knees). Inspecting in confined spaces: O

Digging:  O

• Driving on sealed and unsealed roads: F/C
• Grasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: O
• Kneeling to work at low levels: O
• Manual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): F/C
• Lift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position to another (covered by the items below):
• More than 34 pounds: O
• Push/Pull objects away from or towards the body: O
• Reaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): O
• Sitting in a seated position during the task performance: F/C
• Standing in an upright position without movement: F/C
• Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: F/C

Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: N/S

General Requirements And Disclaimers

Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.  Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.

UAW Local 412 - Supervisors represents this position.  Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.