Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor

Location

Tomball, TX | United States

Job description

The City of Tomball is accepting applications for the position of Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor. This position is responsible for overseeing the activities connected with operation and maintenance of the City's wastewater collection system and treatment plant faculties. This role ensures compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines, particularly in the management of wastewater products. The Supervisor should be proficient in executing tasks that align with the stipulations of TCEQ regulations and will manage a team of senior plant operators and a plant operator.

Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.

Education High School diploma/GED or equivalent

Experience Minimum of 4 years previous relevant work experience is required.

Certifications

Licensing TCEQ Class B Wastewater Operator license required; Class A Wastewater Operator license preferred. Class B Water Operator license also preferred.

WWTP Foreman functions include but are not limited to the following.

• Operational Oversight: Supervise and participate in the operations, maintenance and monitoring of the wastewater treatment plants and lift stations while ensuring compliance with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) rules and regulations. Ensure daily checks and operations of the plants to maintain compliance. Maintains work areas, tools and equipment in a safe and orderly condition; performs operations and maintenance activities in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Wastewater Compliance: Review and interpret laboratory data to ensure that the facilities meet compliance standards. Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as per TCEQ regulations.
• Team Supervision: Direct and manage plant operations staff, ensuring effective and efficient operations.
• Equipment Management: Oversee the maintenance and repair of facility equipment. Procure quotes for repair and maintenance activities from different vendors and contractors.
• Facility Upgrades: Collaborate with engineers and contractors, making recommendations for future improvements and upgrades for facility operations and maintenance.
• Communication: Respond to daily emails and phone calls, ensuring effective communication with various stakeholders. Coordinate smoothly with contractors for scheduled work and maintenance tasks.
• Contribute to the team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.

Success Framework. The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities have been identified by our team as building blocks towards efficiency and effectiveness in this role.

• Comprehensive understanding of wastewater treatment processes, equipment, and associated regulations, especially TCEQ standards and reporting.
• Proficient in interpreting laboratory data, supervising team operations, and managing equipment maintenance and repair tasks.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities, ensuring smooth operations and compliance at all times. Capable of making decisions that enhance the efficiency of the treatment plants and collaborating effectively with engineers, contractors, and vendors.

Equipment and Tools commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

Pumps, Motors, Crane truck, backhoe and front-end loader. Computer skills using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SCADA and Assest management Software.

Work Environment or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• The work is typically performed outdoors.
• May be required to work in high or dangerous places.
• Work may involve potentially life-threatening exposure to extreme temperatures, humidity, noise, chemical/gases, contagious diseases, airborne particles/pathogens, and/or physical trauma.
• May regularly be exposed to uncomfortable temperatures, humidity, noise, chemicals/gases, contagious diseases, airborne particles/pathogens, and/or physical trauma.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• May be exposed to biohazards or bloodborne pathogens.

* Physical Abilities. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk for extended periods of time.
• Work requires the ability to grasp, pull, push, and reach.
• Work requires the ability to climb and balance.
• Work requires the ability to talk, hear, listen, and comprehend.
• Work requires the ability to drive and/or operate mechanical equipment.
• Work requires visual acuity of 20 feet or more, visual acuity of 20 inches or less, three-dimensional vision, precise hand/eye coordination, the ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Must be able to lift up to 40.
• Work requires the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.

* The City of Tomball offers reasonable accommodation in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request accommodation at any time.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, and employees may be required to comply with the changes.

SALARY :

• Hiring Range: $61,776 - $64,864 ($29.70-$31.18)
• Salary Range: $61,776 - $92,664

** Starting salary is dependent on experience and qualifications **

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement - The City of Tomball does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, National Origin, Sex, Religion, Age or Disability in employment or the provision of services.

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