Position Information
Functional TitleElectrical & Mechanical Maintenance Manager
Recruitment Category TypeStandard
Functional CategoryProduction
GradeGS.16
FLSA StatusExempt
Requisition Number27-0032
Number of Vacancies1
Job LevelSection Manager
Job Code
Job Description Summary
Organization NamePatuxent WFP
Reports toDivision Manager, Plant Superintendent
Full or Part TimeFull Time
If Part Time how many hours per week
Regular or TemporaryRegular
Position End Date (if temporary)
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday
6:00 am - 2:30 pm
Position LocationLaurel
Position Summary Information
General Summary
TheElectrical & Mechanical Maintenance Managerplans, manages and supervises electrical and mechanical maintenance functions for the plant. This role works closely and collaboratively with the Chief Plant Operator and Plant Engineering Section Manager to ensure the highest reliability of all electrical and mechanical equipment and apparatuses at the facilities.
Essential Functions
Supervises employees including selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and/or termination or recommending termination
Screens and interviews job applicants, prepares evaluations, recommends disciplinary actions, approves timesheets, discusses grievances with Shop Steward, recommends relevant training
Plans, assigns, manages and supervises the maintenance of electrical and mechanical process equipment of a plant or Division, reviews the work of others, and establishes priorities
Serves as a subject matter expert to determine if a person is qualified to perform a skilled task within the Production Department Career Ladder program
Performs planning and scheduling activities for corrective and preventive maintenance work
Oversees or takes the lead in the more difficult electrical or mechanical maintenance activities
Installs pumps, motors, pipes, valves, and electrical controls necessary to make a new pumping unit functional
Determines nature and extent of repairs and work sequences
Promotes safe work practices and investigates accidents
Confers with manufacturer representatives to explore new products and techniques
Recommends items to be included in the budget
Oversees the plant or group preventative maintenance program
Requisitions appropriate materials, and keeps abreast of availability of parts and equipment
Prepares a variety of reports and procedures, maintains detailed records
Reviews work orders for accuracy and completeness
Repairs and maintains motor controls and equipment up to 5KV including synchronous motors and variable speed controls
Repairs and maintains substation equipment up to 69KV including oil circuit breakers and transformers
Installs, maintains, repairs, and tests electrical systems, electric shop equipment and internal electrical power distribution facilities
Repairs and maintains pneumatic and hydraulic control systems on valves and bubbler systems
Installs a wide variety of other electrical or mechanical equipment
Stays current with technological advances and regulations in the electrical, mechanical, and electronic fields and industries
Performs inspections at new facilities to assure equipment is working properly and in accordance with specifications and provides guidance to contractors on their work
Confers with Project Managers and makes recommendations on design projects
Coordinates with utility companies to install new services or to make repairs to existing services
Participates in the Production Department E/M Duty Program
Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business
Other Functions
Performs other related duties as required.
Work Environment And Physical Demands
Work is performed at a large water treatment plant
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment of the electrical/mechanical trade
Thorough knowledge of construction, installation, operation and maintenance of electrical/mechanical systems, including installation and/or modification of all sizes of electrical conduit, cables, wires, switches, automatic starting equipment, etc.
Thorough knowledge of defects and faults in electrical wiring & appliances and corrective measures
Ability to work from drawings, schematics & specifications, including designing electrical installations of lighting, pumping stations and general @type construction
Ability to use maintenance management programs to assist with planning and scheduling activities
Some knowledge of electronic repair practices and methods
Skill in the use of tools and adjusting defects in electrical and mechanical systems and equipment
Ability to plan and review the work of others
Good interpersonal communication skills
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent
5+ years of journey level electrical/mechanical technician or specialist experience
Additional Requirements
Possession of a valid driver's license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver's permit within 90 days of hire or transfer date
Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter
Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work
Preferences
Supervisory experience
5+ years of master electrical/mechanical technician or specialist experience or high voltage experience (5 KV and greater)
Completion of 2 years of college with course work in electrical/mechanical maintenance theory and practices or business management..
Salary$111,298 - $189,507
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
WSSC Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.
Reasonable Accommodations: WSSC Water provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances, in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require assistance or an accommodation during the application or hiring process should contact us atada@wsscwater.com
Close Date11/18/2026
Open Until FilledNo
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?
Yes
No
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Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?
Yes
No
Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
