Salary : $69,763.20 - $97,676.80 Annually
Location : WPC- 7525 Bertram Rd SE Cedar Rapids, IA
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Utilities
Division: Water Pollution Control
Opening Date: 08/26/2025
Closing Date: 9/10/2025 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NON_BARGAINING

Are you a dependable, detail-oriented leader with a knack for coordination and maintenance planning? The City of Cedar Rapids is hiring a WPC Contract Coordination & Inventory Supervisor to support critical operations at our Water Pollution Control Facility. In this key role, you'll manage service contracts, oversee equipment maintenance, coordinate inventory and shutdowns, and lead a team working to keep our infrastructure running efficiently. If you're ready to make a difference in public service and help keep Cedar Rapids safe, clean, and resilient-apply today!

About our Organization

At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community's diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.

About our Community

Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city. !

About this Opportunity

Provides technical maintenance service to the City Wastewater Treatment Facility, Lift Pump Stations and Flood Pump Stations.

The City of Cedar Rapids does not offer sponsorship for employment authorization.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops and coordinates service contracts and maintenance contractors
• Reviews equipment failures and recommends repair procedures and future preventive actions
• Supervises the work of assigned personnel, including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations
• Monitors completion of job assignments to ensure compliance with quality standards and instructions and revises instructions and time frames as necessary
• Prepares bids and bid specifications and coordinates contract maintenance activities
• Purchases or orders supplies necessary for inventory, shutdowns, and overhauls
• Conducts project design and monitors for completeness of specification requirements
• Develops standardized equipment, maintenance, inventory, repair, and inspection forms to ensure systematic repair and inspection of equipment and facilities
• Coordinates and facilitates maintenance services with WPC staff
• Performs related work as required

Required Education and Experience

• Associate's degree in environmental sciences, business administration, or a closely related field and 1-3 years of experience in the repair or maintenance of wastewater equipment;
• OR
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience (i.e., one year of relevant experience may substitute for one year of education)
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid U.S. Driver's License

Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 3:30pm
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).

Applicants with Disabilities
We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at [email protected].
We offer benefits and beyond for our employees and their families!

• Multiple health insurance plans administered by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield with low employee premiums, deductibles, and co-insurance (view our benefits summaries for more information: and )
• Expansive Wellness Program and low cost onsite exercise facilities
• Dental Insurance with Delta Dental of Iowa
• 100% city paid basic life insurance
• Other voluntary benefits offered including vision, long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance
• IPERS Retirement - Iowa Public Employees Retirement System, with contributions of 6.29% employee/ 9.44% City
• Deferred Compensation (IRS Section 457) retirement programs
• Generous paid time off AND 11 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave program with 4 weeks of paid time off
• Annual salary increases, AND an annual across-the-board increase (determined by available budget)
• Longevity Pay for years of service
• Educational assistance up to $3,000 per year
• A culture that is supportive and committed to professional development opportunities
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness - Employees may qualify for the PSLF program which forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer.

01

How many years of experience do you have in the repair or maintenance of wastewater equipment?

• Less than 1 year of experience
• At least 1 year of experience
• At least 3 years of experience
• At least 5 years of experience
• More than 5 years of experience

02

Please briefly describe your experience with the repair or maintenance of wastewater equipment.
03

Which of the following best indicates your highest level of education?

• I do not have a High School diploma or GED
• High School diploma or GED
• Some college (at least the equivalent of 1 year)
• Associates degree or vocational equivalent
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or higher

04

Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Office software?

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Proficient
• Advanced
• Expert

05

Do you possess a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

06

Briefly describe your experience working collaboratively with diverse groups of people.
Required Question