Maintenance Superintendent-EM

Job Description:

Maintenance Superintendent-EM

Description

The Position: The Electrical Maintenance Superintendent will supervise the operations and staff engaged in the construction, installation, inspection, testing, calibration, predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance and repair of electrical systems and process control instrumentation systems and related equipment used in the production, treatment, storage, transmission, and distribution of potable, agricultural, recycled water and wastewater. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and quick thinker, with excellent interpersonal skills, who displays initiative and creativity in their work, while performing a variety of complex, supervisory, and problem solving activities within the Maintenance Division of the Operations Department.

Immediate Impact: The successful candidate will be given the following objectives upon hire:

• Within 3 months, demonstrate familiarity with the preventive and corrective maintenance program framework. This will include navigation of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Additionally, within 6 months, demonstrate proficiency in creating, updating and closing work orders, and reviewing performance metrics and reports.
• Within 6 months, demonstrate basic understanding of primary unit process functions of all water and wastewater plant facilities. This will also include understanding of ongoing key corrective maintenance and capital improvement projects, and service contracts.
• Within 9 months, demonstrate proficiency in navigation and use of the applications required to support budget and expense tracking, purchase order generation, invoice review/ approval, and timekeeping.
• Within 12 months, demonstrate understanding of and ability to actively participate and provide leadership in the ongoing coordination of maintenance, repair, and improvements projects for Water and Wastewater Operations.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Is an effective leader, with the ability to interact professionally with a wide range of audiences both verbally and through written correspondence.
• Will act with integrity and in accordance with the accepted ethical standards of the District and applicable laws and regulations.
• Possesses education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by college level coursework or trade school training in electrical technology, mechanical maintenance, HVAC, commercial building maintenance, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, automotive and industrial equipment maintenance or a related field.
• Possesses five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of a large water utility systems and facilities, electrical equipment, and/or mechanical equipment, with experience in the specific area of responsibility (mechanical, electrical, facilities and fleet maintenance), including two (2) years in a supervisory or lead capacity.
• Will possess a valid Grade IV Electrical/Instrumentation Technologist Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association must be obtained within 12 months.
• Possesses a valid Water Distribution Operator Grade 2 (D2) certification issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board.
• Posses a Confined Space Entry Certification.
• HAZWOPER Certification for First Responder and Operator must be obtained within 12 months.
• Possesses a valid California Class C Driver’s license.

Compensation:

• Medical, dental, vision, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, a life insurance policy equal to two times the annual salary for the employee and a $1,000.00 policy for eligible dependents. Benefits become effective on the first of the month following a 30-day waiting period and the Authority contributes 90% of the cost of such insurance.
• CalPERS Retirement is provided using the 2.7 at age 55 formula for “Classic” Members. Retirement is provided using the 2% at age 62 formula for “New/PEPRA” Members.
• Three deferred compensation plans to which an employee may voluntarily contribute up to $24,500 per year. The Authority does not contribute to these plans.
• Twelve (12) paid holidays per year. Upon employment with WESA for one (1) year, employees also receive two (2) floating holidays annually.
• Employees accrue vacation at the rate of 3.08 hours per two-week pay period for the first 1 year of employment; 3.38 hours for years 1-2; 4.62 hours for years 3-4; 6.16 hours for years 5-9; 6.47 hours for years 10-12, 6.77 hours for years 13-19, and 7.0 for 20+ years of service.
• Sick leave is accrued at a rate of 3.70 hours per bi-weekly pay period for a total of 96.20 hours per year with unlimited accumulation.
• Additional benefits available include: 9/80 work schedule, Direct Deposit, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance, Certification Reimbursement Program, Certification Bonus Program, Onsite Wellness Center, and two credit unions.

Our Mission: To manage our natural resources to provide reliable, cost efficient and high quality water and wastewater services for the communities we serve, while promoting conservation, environmental responsibility, educations, community interaction, ethical behavior and recognizing employees as highly valuable assets.

The Water Employee Services Authority: WESA was established as a joint powers authority between the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District and Meeks & Daley Water Company. As a joint powers authority, WESA provides professional water and wastewater services to both agencies. WESA is committed to:

• Professionalism-Demonstrating competency while maintaining a professional demeanor and upholding a reputation for expertise, efficiency, and high quality through delivery of information, services, and products.
• Enthusiasm-Possessing a strong drive for learning, innovation, forward thinking, and the overall desire to do your job well.
• Transparency-Demonstrating high moral standards in principles, intentions and actions; conduct that encourages loyalty, integrity, and trust.
• Inclusiveness-Promoting respect and teamwork through communication and appreciation for all.
• Stewardship-Taking ownership and responsibility for assigned responsibilities, while demonstrating a proactive, positive willingness to serve.

If you are interested in this opportunity, submit a completed WESA employment application online at www.wesawater.com. Resumes and certifications may be included, but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application. In order to be considered, applications must be received no later than 5:30 pm on Monday, February 2, 2026 .

For questions and inquiries, please contact: Jenielle Ollerton: jollerton@evmwd.net or (951) 674-3146 ext. 8244.

Closing Date/Time: 2026-02-02

Salary:

10,793.00 - 14,158.00