Superintendent, Operations, Military Services Group

Responsibilities

Responsible for all activities involving the operations and maintenance of the water/wastewater distribution and collections system. Supervisory responsibilities for employees. Develop processes for daily staff work functions, oversees use of operational and maintenance information. Leads implementation of Environmental, Health and Safety programs.

• Schedules, coordinates and provides field supervision of staff involved in operational and maintenance activities of water/wastewater distribution and collections system.
• Provides training of assigned personnel in work methods, use of tools and equipment, and safety practices.
• Orders materials and supplies for routine operations, and preventative and emergency maintenance.
• Maintains records and prepares reports.
• Assists in the development of departmental standard operating procedures and emergency response plans and procedures.
• Performs other related functions as assigned.
• Conducts performance evaluations of assigned subordinate personnel.
• Participates in hiring, and disciplinary actions of assigned subordinate personnel in accordance with company policies.
• Follows Company Environmental, Health and Safety Policies, and reports unsafe conditions to supervision immediately.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in sanitary, chemical, civil, electrical or mechanical engineering, public or business administration or other equivalent degree preferred. 6 years of prior relevant experience, additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the degree. With a Bachelor’s degree 5+ years’ experience and 2+ years’ experience managing people. Without a Bachelor’s degree 11+ years’ experience and 2+ years’ experience managing people.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid state (of residence) driver’s license.
• Must possess system required operational license or the ability to obtain within one year.
• State specific water operator license.

Skills

• Knowledge of techniques, equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in operations, maintenance, construction, and mechanical repair of water/wastewater distribution and collections system.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Able to perform routine maintenance and servicing standardized water / wastewater process control, monitoring, and compliance sampling and testing.
• Able to prepare and maintain accurate paperwork such as records, logs, orders, surveys and routine reports as directed.
• Able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Computer literate; MS Word, MS Excel, GIS and CMMS systems.
• Able to perform accurate mathematical calculations related to this position.
• Able to plan, schedule, prioritize, and coordinate work within assigned work area.
• Able to respond to emergencies.
• Able to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, customers, and the general public.
• Able to work in a team environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more! Learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally.

Pay

Posted range: $83,550 - $137,380. Base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. Eligible for annual incentive pay and opportunity for continued salary growth. Compensation determined based on market, geography, skills, education and/or experience. Commitment to pay equity.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7am - 3:30pm with on‑call rotation responsibilities. Travel to various worksites across the base. Both office and field environment. Must be physically able to work indoor or outdoor during seasonal heat and cold or other adverse weather conditions, in confined spaces, wear a respirator, and remain alert and attentive. Maintain a neat, clean, professional appearance while in uniform or during working hours; maintain a courteous manner when speaking to customers and the general public. Additionally, must pass a Department of Defense background check for access to the military installation (in addition to American Water’s pre‑employment screenings).