Water Plant Assistant Superintendent

About the role

The role involves coordinating 24-hour plant operations, maintaining and operating a water treatment plant, and supervising personnel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate plant operations according to federal and state requirements and departmental procedures.
• Inspect plant and monitor water treatment process, correcting deficiencies.
• Respond to emergencies and implement remedial actions.
• Directly supervise tasks such as installing pumps and changing plant processes.
• Regulate chemical dosages, check water quality, and manage inventories.
• Prepare daily activity reports and logs, and submit administrative reports.
• Schedule, assign, and review operational activities.
• Train, motivate, and maintain harmony among staff.
• Interview applicants, recommend hiring, termination, and disciplinary actions.

Requirements

• A High School diploma, GED, or higher.
• Five (5) years of experience in water treatment plant operations and maintenance, including two (2) years in a lead capacity.
• A Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state.
• A Class "B" Water Certificate of Competency issued by TCEQ.

Qualifications

• Experience with water treatment and sampling chemistry.
• Experience analyzing laboratory results and instrument readings.
• Experience with water treatment plant operation practices and procedures.
• Experience repairing and maintaining plant equipment, machinery, facilities, and grounds.

Skills

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws regarding chemicals and hazardous materials.
• Proficiency in computer hardware, software, and peripherals for record-keeping and database management.
• Compliance with safe working practices and procedures.
• Supervisory techniques, standards, and conduct.

Benefits

• LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE: Includes basic life insurance, dental, vision, short-term disability, and health savings accounts.
• ANNUAL VACATION LEAVE: Earns vacation credits based on hours worked.
• SICK LEAVE WITH PAY: Available to eligible employees.
• ACCIDENT WITH PAY LEAVE: Available for occupational injuries and diseases.
• PREGNANCY LEAVE: Eligible for accrued sick leave and may be on leave without pay.
• LEGAL HOLIDAYS: Observes national holidays and city council-designated holidays.