Plant Manager (South County WWTP)

Hillsborough County•Tampa, FL

About The Position

Manages plants and directs and supervises personnel engaged in Advanced Water Reclamation, potable water supply and distribution systems, and solids management to ensure proper utility service to County residents and property owners. The role oversees plant operations and maintenance, regulatory compliance, staff performance, facility records and assets, contractors, budgeting, and plant reliability and improvement planning. The employee may need to respond to emergency or disaster assignments before, during, or after an event. Work is primarily team-based but may also require independent work, rotating shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. The position requires knowledge of water and wastewater treatment and reclamation operations, facility administration and regulation, mechanical methods, budgeting, and supervisory practices. The employee must be able to lead and train staff, communicate effectively, maintain records, respond to emergencies, and work safely with industrial and laboratory chemicals. Physical duties include occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and lifting or moving objects. The work is classified as medium work, involving exertion of up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. The annual salary range is $93,600.00–$125,257.60. Internal rates may vary based on the selected candidate's current grade.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year degree-granting college or university, plus five years of progressively responsible plant operations experience, including leading or working in a team environment, and two years of supervisory experience in a water/wastewater plant environment; alternatively, an equivalent combination of education (at least a high school diploma or GED), training, and experience that provides the stated job-related competencies.
Possession of a valid State of Florida Water or Wastewater Plant Operator “A” Certificate of License.
Possession of a valid Florida driver's license.
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of Advanced Water Reclamation, potable water supply and distribution systems, solids management, and related equipment.
Knowledge of water treatment and reclamation principles, practices, and methods, facility administration and regulation, and effective management principles and practices.
Knowledge of industrial mechanical methods relating to installation, maintenance, and repair of water, wastewater, and reclaim water process equipment.
Knowledge of budget preparation and administration, department procedures, and guidelines.
Ability to perform duties with considerable independence and to plan, direct, and coordinate subordinate work.
Ability to prepare and interpret plans, specifications, blueprints, and schematics related to plant expansions and improvements.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, regulatory representatives, and the public.
Ability and willingness to respond to emergency situations to protect public health and safety.
Ability and willingness to work overtime and rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to use a computer and related software.
Ability to safely and comfortably work with industrial and laboratory chemicals.
Ability to meet the physical requirements, including occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; frequently lifting or moving up to 10 pounds; and occasionally lifting or moving up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjustment of focus.

Nice To Haves

Extensive wastewater process-control strategy knowledge and strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Maintenance experience sufficient to make minor repairs or modifications as needed.
Strong organization skills, including use of calendars and reminders to manage tasks.
Ability to plan and direct operational duties, including cleaning, special projects, overtime, and maintenance.
Motivational and teaching skills, including using delegation to develop subordinates and prepare them for succession.
Ability to set up and facilitate staff, safety, and tailgate meetings.
Strong oral and written communication, listening, recordkeeping, and logging skills.
Ability to follow up on plant work and communicate changes and status updates through the chain of command.
Extensive computer skills with standard software such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
Experience as a Class “A” Florida Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager or Supervisor.

Responsibilities

Plan and make recommendations for short-, intermediate-, and long-term needs associated with the biennial budgeting process.
Manage subordinate staff by scheduling, assigning, and reviewing work; providing training and counseling; and evaluating performance.
Train subordinates in all aspects of their duties to help achieve unit and organizational goals.
Monitor, inspect, and analyze water and wastewater plant operations and maintenance for compliance with permit specifications.
Conduct facility inspections with regulatory program enforcement officers and bond engineers.
Review and approve daily, weekly, and monthly operations reports and maintenance records.
Notify managers or other appropriate staff about non-routine adjustment needs and malfunctioning equipment.
Develop, review, and update standard operating procedures for facility processes, safety, equipment malfunctions, and emergency conditions.
Maintain custody of facility fiscal assets and conduct quarterly and annual in-house inventories.
Oversee contractor work, verify compliance with contract terms, and recommend payment of pay requests.
Evaluate unit performance, equipment condition, and process systems for repair or replacement, budgeting, future planning, and plant reliability.
Conduct and attend meetings to share and receive information.
Notify necessary personnel and respond to emergencies and natural or other crises to protect public health and safety.
Manage and approve routine and non-routine control adjustments in accordance with operating instructions, the Florida Administrative Code, and prescribed standards.
Attend design and pre-construction meetings and provide input to the Engineering Group on plant expansion, upgrade, and rehabilitation projects.
Perform other related duties as required.