CLASSIFIEDS

BOROUGH MANAGER

The Borough of Hatfield in Montgomery County is seeking a full time Borough Manager.  The Borough is efficiently run, solvent and owns and operates its own electric system for a population of approximately 2,200.  The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in public/business administration or a closely related field, or municipal experience as a manager or assistant manager.  Budgeting and financial experience preferred. Compensation includes benefits. Salary will be commensurate with experience.  Forward cover letter and resume to Catherine M. Harper, Solicitor, Timoney Knox, LLP, 400 Maryland Drive, P.O. Box 7544, Ft. Washington, PA 19034-7544. EOE.

Posted 6/13/08

DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION

The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority is seeking a strategic planner as its Director of Engineering and Construction.  Reporting to the Executive Director, this position develops, directs, coordinates, organizes and controls all phases of engineering and construction of the Authority; provides professional advice and detailed recommendations to the Executive Director and the Board of Directors in the development of the approved Capital Improvement and Special Project Program. 

Successful candidate must become a resident of the City of Pittsburgh at the time of appointment, and remain a resident throughout employment with the PWSA.  Verification of City residency required at time of appointment.  Applicant must present a current Professional Engineering registration at time of filing an application and, if current registration is in another state, obtain a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania registration within six months of appointment to this position.  A current PA Professional Engineering registration must be maintained throughout employment.

In order to be considered eligible for this position, the application must clearly show a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related civil engineering field.  Advanced degree is preferred.  Eight years of engineering management experience with at least four years of senior level project management experience needed.  Water/waste water experience preferred.

Send cover letter and resume to HR@pgh2o.com or mail to PWSA, Human Resources, 1200 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA  15222.  Full job announcement available online.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Board of the Township of Falls Authority (TOFA) is seeking an experienced senior manager to be its next Executive Director.  The duties of the Executive Director include, but are not limited to, the following:

·         Enact the policies and directives established by the Board and when possible, identify to the Board opportunities to improve the organization.

·        Manage all TOFA employees, either directly or via their direct line managers, so that they accomplish and meet the expectations of the organization.

·        Establish priorities & clearly communicate with authority personnel any changes in policies, work expectations and long range department plans.

·        Develop the annual budget and manage the organization to operate within its fiscal limits enacting strategies for resolving budgetary and operational issues.

• Understand the existing agreements with neighboring water and sewer providers and users; act as TOFA’s representative to ensure that all parties are complying with these agreements.
• Provide input and management oversight of various reports as required.
• Coordinate the agendas for the monthly Executive Session and Board meeting, attend these meetings and present an Executive Director’s Report at the Board meeting.
• Provide regular correspondence to the Board summarizing any important issues and updating the status of any ongoing projects.
• Work with the Operations Manager and the TOFA engineers to put together a long range capital improvement plan and manage any on-going capital projects.
• Interface with local, state or federal regulatory agencies as necessary and ensure that all of the system’s regulatory requirements are met.
• Make any decisions necessary during an emergency situation considering both the impact on TOFA’s customers and any regulatory obligations.
• Utilize experience to suggest more efficient ways to operate.
• Provide oversight of office procedures, accounting function and resolution of customer issues.

Qualifications: 

The individual must have at least eight (8) years of progressively responsible leadership experience including at the senior management level preferably at a water or wastewater utility.  B.S. degree or equivalent business experience in related field including proficiency with Quick Books, Utility Billing Software and Microsoft Excel is strongly encouraged.   Industry licensing held by candidate will be considered a benefit.   

·       Authority details can be found at www.tofa-pa.com

·       Submit cover letter along with resume and salary requirements via email or mail to David Busch, Interim Executive Director 

·       Township of Falls Authority

225 Lincoln Highway

Fairless Hills, PA 19030

·      Email:  DBusch@Keystone-Alliance.com

Field Superintendent

The Hempfield Township Municipal Authority (THTMA) is accepting resumes for the position of Field Superintendent.  The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 10 years experience in wastewater collection systems with 5 years supervisory experience preferred. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide management to collections/field staff of 7 union employees.
• Schedule work duties; assure work schedules are completed in a timely, efficient manner.
• Employee safety of all subordinate employees by assuring that employees are trained in safety, safety equipment is utilized and authority safety policies are followed.
• Monitor and prepare monthly progress reports on operation & maintenance activities in Field Department.
• Participate in preparation & administration of annual budgets for Field operations.
• Make Recommendations for Improving Field operations both technically and financially.
• Administer all aspects of purchasing for Field Department.
• Supervise the installation, maintenance and repair of pump stations and wastewater collection system.
• Supervise Inflow and Infiltration Investigations (I & I).

 Requirements: 

• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical equipment repair.
• Possess strong verbal and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Work and Excel
• Possess a valid PA Drivers License.
• Trenching and excavation experience.
• Knowledge of PA One Call procedures.
• Heavy equipment operation knowledge.

 Salary is dependent upon qualifications.

Send resume with cover letter to THTMA, 1146 Woodward Drive, Greensburg, PA  15601 or thtma@verizon.net

Posted 6/26/08

LICENSED OPERATOR

The Joint Municipal Authority of Wyomissing Valley, Berks County is accepting applications for the position of Licensed Operator.  Applicants must have at a minimum a Class B, Subclass 1 License.  Job requirements include but are not limited to:  Operation of centrifuge and dryer, laboratory work and treatment plant process control.  Work hours are   7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with some weekend and holiday work required.  EOE.

To submit a resume and request and application form please contact:

Joint Municipal Authority of Wyomissing Valley
701 Old Wyomissing Road
Reading, PA 19611
Attn:  David E. Wisser, Authority Manager
Phone - 610-376-1756
Fax – 610-376-1490

MAINTENANCE LEVEL I

The Wilkinsburg-Penn Joint Water Authority, serving a customer base of approximately 46,000 customers and pumping an average of 23 million gallons of water per day through 430 miles of pipe is seeking a candidate for their top level maintenance position. Responsibilities include mechanical and electrical inspections; calibrating and installing all indicating, controlling, recording, measuring, telemetry and associated wiring; cleaning and repairing motors, mechanical, and electrical equipment such as pumps, fans, motors, etc.

Qualifications:

Must have experience in electronics and/or Associates Degree or coursework in electronics; good shop skills; aptitude to operate and program computerized SCADA system and interpret and respond to computer generated output and use computer laptop for troubleshooting and data entry; HVAC experience preferred.

The Wilkinsburg-Penn Joint Water Authority offers an excellent health and benefit package. Starting salary is $24.57 increases to $27.30 after successful completion of probation.

Questions concerning the position may be directed to Mark Lerch, Director of Supply at 412-243-6212.

Send resume to:
The Wilkinsburg-Penn Joint Water Authority
2200 Robinson Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Attention: Sharon Ricketts, Human Resources
or via e-mail to: sricketts@wpjwa.com

SEWAGE SYSTEMS OPERATOR

The Findlay Township Municipal Authority, located in Allegheny County, is looking for a full time person to operate and maintain its sewage collection and treatment system.  The ideal candidate should have 5 years experience of sewage treatment plant operations and maintenance, preferably within an activated sludge process.  A sewage treatment plant license is not necessary, however, is encouraged.  Other duties will include the monitoring and maintenance of the sewage collection system and assisting with the water distribution team and their associated tasks.  Municipal water distribution experience is a plus.  Salary commensurate with experience.  Please send a resume to General Manager, PO Box 409, Clinton, PA  15026 or email to: jason@ftmunauth.com.

SEWER UTILITY WORKER

One Apprentice position available: 4-12 pm shift, 40 hr/wk.

Various water & sewer maintenance and repair duties.

Required:  valid PA drivers license, valid CDL Class B or higher & Collection Sewer license

Good work ethic necessary. Comprehensive benefits package.

No phone calls please.

Please fax resume to: Human Resources Manager @ 267-200-0287

Posted 6/16/08

SURVEY CREW CHIEF (Full Time)

5-10 years education/experience required in surveying technology and survey fieldwork. Field experience shall consist of supervising personnel and operations on all types of field survey projects, including boundary and topographic surveys, transportation surveys, construction surveys and stakeout, utilizing conventional surveying instruments and GPS equipment. Office experience shall include property and record research, data processing, office calculations and preparations for fieldwork. CAD experience is beneficial. Qualified candidates will possess excellent leadership, organizational and communication skills and must be able to meet project field schedules and budgets.

For immediate consideration, please mail, fax or email a cover letter and salary requirements to:

K&W Engineers and Consultants
Attn: Marie LeVan Lick
470 Friendship Road, Suite 100
Harrisburg, PA 17111
mlick@kandwengineers.com
Phone: 717-635-2835
Fax: 717-635-2836

Posted 7/15/08

SURVEY TECHNICIAN (Full Time or Part Time)

0-5 years education/experience required in surveying technology and survey fieldwork. Field experience shall include boundary and topographic surveys, transportation surveys, construction surveys and stakeout, utilizing conventional surveying instruments and GPS equipment. Office experience shall include property and record research, assisting with data processing, office calculations and preparations for fieldwork. Qualified candidates will possess excellent communication skills and demonstrate proficiency at keeping legible field notes and sketches. 

For immediate consideration, please mail, fax or email a cover letter and salary requirements to:

K&W Engineers and Consultants
Attn: Marie LeVan Lick
470 Friendship Road, Suite 100
Harrisburg, PA 17111
mlick@kandwengineers.com
Phone: 717-635-2835
Fax: 717-635-2836

Posted 7/15/08

TOWNSHIP SEWER DIRECTOR

Bristol Township is seeking a new Township Sewer Director. This position will manage the sewer department personnel, develop & monitor the department budget, ensure that township policies & procedures are met and initiate any proposed cost savings or improvement ideas. Base salary range: $70,000 - $85,000.

The Township Sewer Director reports to the elected Township Council of Supervisors. This role will be able to positively affect change in the Township but must quickly gain the trust of the Township Council.

The duties include, but are not limited to:

     ·        Direct financial planning and management of departmental revenues and 

           expenditures.

·      Direct the development of long range financial and strategic plans.

·      Monitor department budget so revenue and expenditures are at projected levels.

·      Develop strategies for resolving budgetary and operational issues.

·      Make recommendations to and consult with Township Council concerning programs, projects,  policies and procedures.

·        Prepare reports, agreements, contracts and other documents for submission to Township Council.

·        Manage financial and administrative systems, and supervise all sewer authority operations.

·        Establish priorities & clearly communicate with department personnel any changes in policies, work expectations and long range department plans.

·         Evaluate department personnel and guide staff development.

The Sewer Director must establish productive working relationships with other Township departments, colleagues, staff, local elected officials, community, business groups and organizations. This role will be expected to initiate cost-saving opportunities when available.

The Sewer Director should present a positive image for the Township and the greater community by positively affecting change when needed and accepting final decisions by the Township Council.

Requirements:

·        4 year degree of equivalent

·        10+ years experience in municipality engineering or managing a municipal sewer department

Solid experience with:

·        adhering to state laws and regulations

·        public relations

·        principles and practices of budgeting and financial planning

·        principles of strategic planning

·        contract administration; organizational development

·        supervision and performance management

·        Proven experience working well with Board or Council in setting policies, budgets and sewer improvements.

·        Proven reputation for initiating new cost-saving ideas for a municipality

·         Personality needed: Diplomatic, proactive, positive image, technically savvy

Interested candidates should email their resumes to Tyler Ridgeway and Cindy Warkow at tridgeway@kmco.com and/or CWarkow@kmco.com.

WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT

Immediate full time openings for plant operator and mechanic operator, up to $22.35/hr DOQ, excellent benefits, HS diploma or GED and valid PA drivers license required, PADEP Wastewater Operator license preferred, electrical/PLD exp preferred for mechanic position. Send resume to ENPWJSA, 200 Ross Street, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 or fax (610) 279-8033.  Questions?, call (610) 279-5759.

WATER SUPERINTENDENT

Due to a pending retirement, the Borough of Birdsboro is hiring an individual for the position of water superintendent. Responsibilities include the day-to-day operations of the water treatment facility, water sources, collection system and distribution system. Requirements include (but are not limited to) operating the water system, ensuring all state and federal requirements are met, reading meters, installing services, repairing main breaks, connections and disconnections, mowing, snow plowing, sampling and analysis, record keeping, maintenance programs, etc. The water superintendent answers directly to the borough manager.

The qualified candidate must possess a class “C” or higher Water Plant Operator’s Certification (or obtain such certification within 18 months of hire date), good written and verbal communications skills, computer knowledge in Microsoft Excel and Word, the ability to supervise and work with others in same department as well as other borough departments and be familiar with sedimentation and filtration plant operations, and chlorine addition. Candidate must also be willing to learn new technologies and pass any and all certification necessary for the job.

This is a bargaining unit position and is available until filled. It is expected that the candidate will be available for hire by June of this year, with full responsibility for the position by September. Interested candidates should submit a resume and any pertinent qualifications, in writing, to Borough Manager, Borough of Birdsboro, 202 East Main Street, Birdsboro, PA 19508. 

WATER UTILITY MAINTENANCE OPERATOR

Local public water authority seeks a qualified individual to assist in the operation of pumping stations, treatment facilities, storage facilities and SCADA system.  Please see our website at www.northpennwater.org for job description details. 

Send resume to: North Penn Water Authority, Attn: Human Resources, P.O. Box 1659, Lansdale, PA 19446, Fax 215-855-2756, or email hrdept@northpennwater.org.