Field Supervisor - Wastewater Treatment

About the role

The Field Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant and lift stations, ensuring compliance with TCEQ and EPA requirements. The role involves planning, organizing, and directing operations, providing training, maintaining records, and performing various administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Supervise plant operations and direct the operation and maintenance of the wastewater plant and lift stations to meet TCEQ and EPA requirements.
• Plan, organize, and direct operation and maintenance of the plant to meet State and EPA requirements.
• Maintain records of all plant operations.
• Order parts and check parts against received invoices.
• Coordinate all activities and maintain records of the State Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Permit and the EPA’s Risk Management Plan Permit.
• Perform personnel related duties including training and coaching.
• Communicate plant activities with supervisors and office personnel.
• Interpret lab data and work reports to make decisions concerning plant operations.
• Conduct safety training on a monthly basis.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Specialized technical courses in wastewater treatment.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
• Class "B" Wastewater Treatment Certification from TCEQ.
• Three years experience in a paraprofessional related role.
• Demonstrated prior supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or institution in a related field.
• Class “A” Wastewater Treatment Certification from TCEQ.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the operation of wastewater facilities.
• Ability to interpret and give written and oral instructions, prepare reports, and read blueprints.
• Knowledge of mathematics, management techniques, lab procedures, and electricity.
• Knowledge of EPA and TCEQ permit regulations, chemistry and biology as related to wastewater, and activated sludge process and control.
• Knowledge of good management with practical experience.
• Computer literacy in Word and Excel.
• Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.

Benefits

• Medical: United Healthcare
• Dental: Cigna
• Vision: Superior Vision
• Retirement: Texas Municipal Retirement System
• Disability Insurance: Equitable
• Life Insurance: Free up to 1X base annual salary
• 457 and 457 Roth IRA plans: Additional voluntary employee participation
• Employee Assistance Program: Free counseling sessions, legal and financial assistance
• SmartDollar: Free online program for debt reduction and savings
• Generous Paid Sick, Vacation, & Holiday Leave: 10 holidays, 15 days sick leave, 15 days vacation, 15 days paid parental leave
• Employee Wellness Center: Free primary care medical treatment, gym partnership, Shipt, and Walmart+