Water Treatment Operator for Potable Water

Sorrel River Ranch aspires to welcome guests and staff into a progressive, authentic community that shares the common passion of living life to its fullest. We’re driven to develop and foster a one-of-a-kind ranch resort experience offering the best quality locally grown food, unforgettable adventure pursuits, genuine relaxation, unique bonding opportunities, and experiential education programming.

About the role

The Water Treatment Operator for Potable Water as Maintenance Supervisor plans, coordinates, facilitates, and directs the activities of operational areas, including safe drinking water, septic and irrigation management, and general maintenance oversight for the working ranch and hotel.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, administers, and evaluates projects, processes, procedures, systems, and standards; develops and coordinates work plans.
• Ensures daily service is met and all state-required documentation is filed on time.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; enforces discipline and termination procedures.
• Initiates the accomplishment of the Division's work program using staff resources and innovative approaches, including empowered team concepts; monitors program performance to maintain cost-effective operations.
• Establishes goals to enhance organizational leadership, strategic planning, and operating procedures related to specific water issues.
• Develops, prepares, and administers the section budget, including capital improvement budgets; participates in forecasting funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments.
• Directs the research and compilation of comprehensive reports and the review of contracts, plans, specifications, and agreements.
• Monitors operations to comply with applicable regulatory standards, health and safety codes, and fiscal and human resource practices.
• Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• Level III certification in the state of Utah (required).
• Five years of supervisory experience in the administration of a water utility, including water distribution, production, recharge systems, backflow, electrical, telemetry, and/or conservation operations.
• Utah Water Distribution certification or ability to obtain it within three months of hire.
• At least five years of maintenance supervisory oversight of a comparable property, dealing with HVAC, plumbing, electric, and general repairs.
• Experience using both handheld and large-scale power tools.
• Knowledge of management and cost accounting principles related to equipment and labor used by a domestic water provider.
• Broad range of modern management practices, including leadership initiatives, staff teams, team development, and coaching.
• Proficiency in operating modern office equipment, including computers with Google Workspace.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle safely.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply administrative policies, departmental procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Strong written communication skills for preparing clear, concise reports, records, correspondence, and other materials.
• Effective oral communication skills.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Ability to walk for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to withstand a moderate noise level.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and wind.