Chief Operator - Water & Wastewater Operations

Woodard & Curran•Bushnell, FL

7d•$26 - $38

About The Position

Woodard & Curran is seeking an experienced Chief Operator to provide day-to-day operational leadership at its water and wastewater treatment facilities. Under the direction of the Project Manager or Area Manager, the Chief Operator manages daily plant operations, maintains process control, supports regulatory compliance, and provides hands-on leadership to the operations team. The role is suited to an experienced operator with strong technical knowledge of treatment processes, troubleshooting ability, and experience leading and developing other operators. The position is primarily performed in a plant environment, with work in interior and exterior settings. The scheduled hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; an irregular schedule and overtime may be required. On-call rotations, after-hours work, and holiday staffing are required. The position is salaried and eligible for straight-time overtime pay for certain hours worked beyond the standard work week. The listed pay range is $25.57–$38.36 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. Candidates must complete a background check, pre-placement physical, and drug screen before employment. Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits are not detailed in the posting.

Requirements

Education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED.
10 years of experience working in a water or wastewater treatment facility.
State of Florida Water C license or higher.
Wastewater Treatment Operator License C or higher.
Valid state driver's license.
Proficiency with computers, including SCADA, Microsoft Word, Excel, maintenance management programs, and other site-specific systems.
Ability to train and supervise operations staff.
Ability to obtain a Florida DOT Medical Card.
Successful completion of a background check, pre-placement physical, and drug screen before employment.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects and materials regularly weighing up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily facility operations and ensure treatment processes operate effectively.
Ensure the plant meets process control targets across treatment and odor control systems.
Manage biosolids wasting, thickening, and dewatering operations.
Implement policies and procedures for process monitoring and control.
Supervise collection of plant process samples and collect samples when necessary.
Supervise or perform laboratory testing of plant process samples and interpret results.
Supervise or perform adjustments to treatment processes, operations, and equipment to maintain compliance with applicable drinking water standards or discharge permit requirements.
Evaluate equipment performance and correct deficiencies.
Train and supervise operations staff.
Assign preventative maintenance tasks to operations staff.
Coordinate facility grounds and landscaping maintenance and upkeep.
Develop and maintain wastewater records, including chemical usage, plant flows, equipment and process checklists, diaries, logbooks, and laboratory records.
Coordinate with the Plant Manager and/or Area Manager on proposals and specifications for major purchases and requisitions for supplies and materials.
Assist with managing facility scope, schedule, and budget in accordance with contract requirements.