Technical Director - Wastewater

Inframark•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

Inframark's Operations and Maintenance team is an award-winning team that delivers cutting-edge water, wastewater, and public works services to municipalities, utility districts, and industries. We are dedicated to supporting our employees as well as protecting the environment and the communities we serve. You would be empowered to thrive in a dynamic, supportive, and innovative environment. Take the next step in your career and join us at Inframark. Apply today! Why Work for Inframark? Our dedication to sustainability and community impact drives us to ensure clean, safe water for future generations. Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for advancement, Inframark offers purpose-driven work and opportunities for growth. We offer an attractive salary package, including a generous benefits package with health, dental, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and wellness plan. Technical Director – Wastewater Treatment We are seeking a skilled, experienced Technical Director to join our Operations and Maintenance Services team supporting a diverse array of treatment facilities across the southeastern US. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in wastewater treatment, with a proven track record of providing operational and regulatory compliance expertise to wastewater treatment facilities. This role is critical to helping to ensure the stability, efficiency, and compliance of wastewater treatment systems under our care. The position is location independent within the southeast US / Gulf states, with an average expectation of 50% travel (typically 8-10 nights/month).

Requirements

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in a STEM related field required. Course work in data science/statistical methods is a plus.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in wastewater treatment operations, treatment process troubleshooting and/or regulatory roles. Plant supervisory experience and/or operational licensure is a plus.
Strong knowledge of CWA requirements and industry standards for wastewater treatment facility performance.
Experience in project or initiative management, including planning, execution, budgeting or costing, and stakeholder management.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Plant supervisory experience and/or operational licensure is a plus.
Course work in data science/statistical methods is a plus.

Responsibilities

Technical Expertise: Provide expert guidance across our portfolio of facilities on the operation of wastewater treatment plants, including troubleshooting, process control and optimization, and regulatory compliance.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with facility-based operational staff, regulatory agencies, company leadership and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with plant performance goals and regulatory requirements.
Quality Assurance: Support the company’s QA programs to ensure the highest standards of service delivery and compliance with all relevant regulations.
Innovation and Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of operations and maintenance activities.