Chief Operator

City of Beaumont • Beaumont, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for Division operations in the absence of the Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent. This role involves training operators in the proper operation of Surface Water Treatment/Groundwater Treatment plant, pump station, and well system. The Chief Operator supervises and evaluates plant operators, conducts updates on regulations, safety, operating techniques, and testing. They also operate the filter plant, pump station, and well system as a relief operator as needed, and prepare the monthly work schedule for the 24-hour operation of the plant and pump station. Additionally, this position conducts tours of the plant for groups and individuals, orders water treatment chemicals and other supplies, and coordinates plant maintenance requirements with the maintenance foreman. The Chief Operator responds to customer complaint calls, completes weekly field inspection reports, and uses calculations to assist operators in determining and correctly setting chemical feed rates. They ensure operators are correctly documenting/reporting data, organize and maintain records, and ensure operators adhere to division and city policies. This role involves using and maintaining analytical equipment, serving as a relief operator, preparing reports for management and TCEQ, and ensuring the proper operation and appearance of the public water system. This position requires 100% on-site work and performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of water treatment practices and applicable regulations
• Knowledge of the location of plant equipment and all other Water Production facilities
• Knowledge of safety procedures and equipment including the use of breathing equipment
• Knowledge of TCEQ drinking water rules and regulations
• Ability to write
• Ability to speak
• Ability to hear
• Ability to deal with the public
• Ability to read
• Ability to make decisions
• Ability to supervise and manage
• Ability to perform physical and chemical tests on water samples
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations using a calculator
• Ability to use hand tools and perform minor maintenance on equipment
• Ability to conduct technical and non-technical training sessions
• Constantly sees and hears
• Frequently uses a calculator, drives, stands, writes by hand, operates a PC, enters data, answers a telephone, reads, reaches, operates a 2-way radio, sits and walks, runs, stoops, crouches, sorts, twists body, climbs, carries, holds and pulls objects weighing up to 70 lbs., squats, uses physical dexterity, uses measuring equipment
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Class C or better Surface Water Operator's Certificate required
• Must have the ability to obtain Class B Certificate within one year of employment
• Five years experience in local water plant operations and maintenance required
• Must possess a valid Tx driver's license Class C with a good driving record
• Applicant selected for hire shall be subject to drug/alcohol screen test

Nice To Haves

• Class B or higher Surface Water Operator's Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Division operations in the absence of the Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent
• Trains operators in the proper operation of Surface Water Treatment/Groundwater Treatment plant, pump station and well system
• Supervises and evaluates plant operators
• Conducts updates on regulations, safety, operating techniques, and testing
• Operates filter plant, pump station and well system as a relief operator as needed
• Prepares monthly work schedule for 24-hour operation of plant and pump station
• Conducts tours of plant for groups and individuals
• Orders water treatment chemicals and other supplies as needed
• Coordinates plant maintenance requirements with the maintenance foreman
• Respond to customer complaint calls
• Completes weekly field inspection reports
• Uses calculations to assist operators in determining and correctly setting chemical feed rates
• Ensures operators are correctly documenting/reporting data
• Organizes and maintains records
• Ensures operators adhere to division and city policies
• Uses and maintains analytical equipment
• Serve as relief operator
• Prepares reports for management and TCEQ
• Ensures proper operation and appearance of the public water system

Benefits

• The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
• The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED