Plant Supervisor - Well Operations

Essential Utilities, Inc.•Ridley Township, PA

56d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for supervising operations staff, managing vendors, and coordinating with operational managers to ensure reliable facility operations for surface water plants, wells, pump stations, wastewater plants, and lift stations, and other company facilities as assigned. A critical aspect of this position is coordinating the daily operations of the well staff, supervision of water sampling programs, disinfection of mains and storage tanks, and the operations of distribution system treatment. This position must also maintain regulatory expertise in order to recommend improvements that would optimize water quality, operations, and ensure compliance with future regulations impacting water quality.

Requirements

High School Diploma (or equivalent)
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the field
Strong knowledge of Pennsylvania State and Federal drinking laws and regulations.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Skilled in MS Excel, and knowledge of or ability to learn GIS, LIMS, WIMS, SAP and other relevant software programs.
Must be computer literate and proficient at using Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and learn and proficiently use Company based software.
Valid driver’s license is required

Nice To Haves

completion of an Associate degree (or higher) in a technical field of study is preferred.
direct management or supervisory experience in water treatment operations and compliance.
Possession of Pennsylvania Class A Water license is preferred. Must obtain within 2 years.

Responsibilities

Supervise well operators daily functions which includes completing required visits at wells/tanks/boosters, performing dosing calculations, ensuring adequate chemical at appropriate concentrations as well as compliance sampling and performance monitoring.
Work closely with staff to resolve monitoring and control issues and to ensure all modifications are tested and functional.
Compile records and maintain data as needed for reporting purposes and company analysis.
Order and maintain inventory of supplies for areas of oversite.
Manage related capital projects, including coordinating projects with various departments and outside contractors; and assist in determining long range capital projects.
Troubleshooting and maintenance of water quality monitoring equipment and chemical pumps.
Manage assigned staff for scheduling, administrative matters, performance management, and quality of assigned work.
Monitor and track water quality data and compliance in the distribution system.
Ensure the operation, maintenance, and optimization of treatment equipment in the distribution (e.g. tank mixers, RCS, THM removal systems, and monitoring equipment).
Evaluate water quality and regulatory impacts of capital improvements, new sources, or treatment changes and oversee activities related to simultaneous compliance review.
Coordinate location and frequency for sampling points with Laboratory Manager and maintain sampling plans as required to maintain regulatory compliance.
Provide support to operational groups throughout the state in support of the ONE-PA Initiative.
Serve in an On-Call rotation with 24/7 availability to handle emergencies that may arise.
Responsible for adherence to all Aqua safety and health policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.