Wastewater Chief Plant Operator

Consolidated Water Group,•Santa Clarita, CA

3d•$110,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting directly to the Regional Director, the Chief Plant Operator (CPO) has full responsibility for the successful operation and maintenance of the assigned facilities. This role involves managing operations, maintenance personnel, and client interactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory permits and treatment process standards.

Requirements

General computer skills including good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. Ability to learn CMMS program used on site.
Excellent team-working and communications skills to enable effective interaction with other PERC Water personnel, including peers. Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Body Positions: Standing, sitting for extended periods of time, walking.
Body Movements: Use of hands, eyes, ears, arms and voice. Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
Must be able to climb up and down stairs and ladders and climb into process tanks and enclosures.
Must be able to climb on, or into facility equipment and systems (Confined Space Training required).
Must be able to work weekends, nights or holidays as needed.
On call availability as scheduled.
Must be able to travel from jobsite to jobsite within the area.
Language ability includes reading, writing, spelling, and the ability to communicate clearly on business topics in English.
Current California Grade 3 Wastewater Certification required
Minimum 3-5 years of industry experience required
Valid CA driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory experience a plus
Degree a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Operate & manage the assets of assigned facilities, associated personnel and clients
Supervise and manage operation & maintenance personnel including responsibility for training, performance evaluations, mentoring etc.
Manages implementation and ongoing utilization of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for tracking Asset Management
Interact with regulatory agencies and clients
Analyze and resolve problems with process and/or equipment
Review lab tests and interpret data
Perform equipment operation and maintenance
Work nights & weekends as necessary to maintain facility compliance
Create and distribute client, regulatory and operating data reports
Prepare and coordinate regulatory programs as required by permit
Maintain compliance with regulatory permits
Oversee and perform process adjustments to maintain treatment process compliance
Perform other duties and participate in the operation of other facilities on limited basis as needed
Client Interface including attending monthly operations meetings
Manage Capital Replacement projects specific to assigned facilities
Communicate any problems/issues to supervisor
Promote and adhere to PERC Water’s written corporate Safety program
Maintain acceptable attendance per PERC Water standards
All other tasks as assigned by supervisor