Lead Wastewater Operator

Inframark • Suquamish, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Operator is responsible for training and overseeing the daily activities of Operators and solving complex operations problems and performing maintenance/operations activities at water/wastewater treatment facilities. Ideal candidate will be ready for advancement to Project Manager within 1 year of hire date. (This is a client facing role)

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5-7 years water/wastewater experience
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet.
• Ability to work with basic office equipment & phone systems.
• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements, DOT regulations & Utility SOPs.
• Advanced knowledge of process control measures.
• Communicates clearly & professionally.
• Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience.
• Maintains composure in challenging situations.
• Collaborates with others.
• Asks for constructive feedback.
• Promotes a culture of diversity, respect & accountability.
• Challenges other through productive discussion.
• Pays attention to detail.
• Identifies & solves complex issues.
• Thinks “big picture” when assessing problems/opportunities.
• Develops innovative & creative solutions.
• Follows all company policies & SOPs.
• Delegates, prioritizes & manages the work of others.
• Balances competing priorities, scheduling issues & deadlines.
• Delivers effective feedback.
• Manages cost, quality & expedience.
• Motivates & empowers others.
• Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values.
• Takes accountability for own performance.
• Willing to take on additional assignments.
• Seeks out opportunities for leadership & development.
• Trains, coaches & mentors others.
• Champions change.

Nice To Haves

• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• CDL preferred.
• Water/Wastewater experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages day-to-day activities of operating and maintenance of treatment facilities.
• Allocates work and provides technical direction, assistance and training to other personnel.
• Ensures that all SOPs are followed, and DOT, OSHA and other requirements are met.
• Makes recommendations for improving SOPs.
• Interacts with Operations Manager to ensure safety and permit compliance.
• Interacts with contract laboratories to ensure proper reporting limits and any QA/QC issues
• Communicates with client and customers related to routine technical aspects of operations and responds to inquiries.
• Trains employees on proper plant operations, repair and installation techniques, SOPs and safe work practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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