Maintenance Supervisor

Description:

The Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA) is offering an exciting opportunity for a skilled and proactive Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance and repair operations across treatment plants, recycled water facilities, and essential mechanical systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all equipment, systems, and facilities operate with the highest levels of safety, reliability, and compliance with regulatory standards.

This leadership role involves supervising a team of mechanics and technicians, setting priorities for preventative and predictive maintenance, overseeing repairs, and ensuring seamless integration of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation work. Candidates should bring strong mechanical problem-solving expertise, team leadership experience, and the ability to optimize equipment performance in complex systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate maintenance activities for treatment plants, recycled water systems, and mechanical infrastructure.

• Lead, guide, and motivate a team of maintenance staff while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and high performance.

• Develop and manage preventative and corrective maintenance schedules, ensuring timely completion of tasks.

• Collaborate with departments and contractors to coordinate operational and maintenance needs.

• Diagnose mechanical and system issues, assess risks, and implement cost-effective solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and compliance.

• Ensure all work aligns with organizational goals, safety standards, and environmental regulations.

Education & Training Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, supplemented with college-level coursework in mechanical, electrical, marine, facilities, or chemical engineering, or related fields.

• Three years of wastewater/water industry experience in operations and maintenance, with at least two years in a supervisory or lead role.

• Advanced technical training in facilities/equipment maintenance is desirable.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid Class "C" California Driver’s License.

• Desirable certifications include:

  • Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT)

  • Lube Oil Analysis, Vibration Analysis, Infrared, Ultrasonic training or certification

  • Certified Reliability Leader (CRL)

  • CWEA Electrical/Instrumentation Technologist Grade 4

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong leadership and team development abilities.

• Effective collaboration across departments and contractors.

• Ability to set clear priorities, delegate tasks, and ensure timely delivery.

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills with focus on efficiency, safety, and compliance.

About the Organization:
Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA) serves nearly 935,000 people across 242 square miles in western San Bernardino County. It is responsible for wastewater treatment, wholesale water distribution, groundwater replenishment, and other utility services. As a member of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, IEUA plays a critical role in providing reliable water supplies and safeguarding public health.

The agency fosters a workplace culture built on safety, continuous learning, efficiency, collaboration, accountability, respect, coaching for performance, and employee engagement.

Selection Process:

• Recruitment will remain open until filled, with the first review deadline on August 27, 2025, at 11:59 PM.

• The process may involve written exams, oral interviews, or performance/practical assessments.

• Finalist candidates may undergo a second interview round.

• Candidates requiring reasonable accommodations should contact the HR office at least 72 hours in advance.