Treatment Plant Supervisor - Wastewater

City of Pearland, TX•Pearland, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a Treatment Plant Supervisor - Wastewater to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Utilities Department. The role involves overseeing the operation and performance of all wastewater plants and providing leadership and supervision to operators. The City of Pearland is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas, known for affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and a superb quality of life. It's ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas and is a short 20-minute drive to downtown Houston. The city promotes multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning, employee development, and innovation. This position is considered 'essential personnel' and requires availability for immediate call-in during disasters or other necessary events.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Class "B" Wastewater Treatment certification or better.
Valid, Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Knowledge of Database software.
Knowledge of Spreadsheet software.
Knowledge of Word Processing software.
Ability to operate a city vehicle for business use.
Ability to operate a PC.
Ability to operate lab equipment such as dissolved oxygen meters, PH meters, NH3 meters, cl2 and SO2 meters microscopes, power hand tools such as drills and saws, and electrical multi-meters.
Ability to provide leadership and supervision to subordinates.
Ability to establish and maintain a working relationship with subordinates, co-workers, department heads, vendors, TCEQ and/or other governmental agencies, engineering firms, and the general public.
Ability to come up with temporary solutions to problems both with process controls and mechanical equipment, often using ingenuity and materials at hand to keep critical operations functioning until the proper solutions can be implemented.
A working knowledge of TCEQ rules and regulations, discharge permits, and standard methods of laboratory analysis.
Knowledge of EPA permits, regulations, and discharge reports.
Knowledge of municipal rules and regulations regarding wastewater treatment.

Nice To Haves

Five (5) years or more related experience as a Chief Operator or an Operator; in a category B Wastewater Plant, preferred.
Knowledge of both conventional and S.B.R. type Treatment Plants preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Conducts interviews, hires, and trains employees.
Plans, assigns, and directs work.
Appraises performance.
Rewards and disciplines employees.
Addresses complaints and resolves problems.
Regular and timely attendance at work.
Makes repairs on equipment and assists in major work on buildings and grounds.
Trouble shoots and solves problems with plant process equipment and control systems.
Assists Superintendent, Engineers, and other City officials in the planning and design of new plants or expansion and upgrade of existing plants.
Maintains availability through cell phone or other means for assistance or possible call-outs during weekend shifts or off hours.
Monitors plants and solves problems as necessary, on occasion through the use of a lap top computer with the SCADA system.
Oversees all wastewater plants by making inspections, monitors performance, and provides directions for making adjustments.
Ensures that TCEQ and EPA permit requirements are being met.
Works with purchasing officer to receive bids on equipment and services.
Arranges for purchases of equipment and supplies needed in the wastewater department.
Arranges for contract work as needed for repairs.
Performs paperwork for TCEQ and other governmental agencies.
Keeps records for the City of Pearland.
Performs lab work and substitutes for operators as necessary.
Travels to different suppliers obtaining parts and equipment.
Takes samples of creek water and checks manholes for dumping.
Assists, as needed, with lift stations, wells, etc.
Schedules contract work to be done at all the plants as needed.
Performs job performance appraisals.
Performs monthly safety meeting for department as a whole.
Attends weekly meeting with superiors to relay necessary information to subordinates.
Develops SOP's and monthly reports.
Reviews policies and updates as needed.
Deals with personnel issues as needed.
Serves as "essential personnel" and remains available for immediate call-in due to any natural or man made disaster, or any other event the Director of Public Works, Assistant City Manager, or the City Manager deem necessary.
Contributes to team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive hourly salary of $30.72- $36.03/based on qualifications and experience.
City pays all premiums for our employees' dental insurance.
City pays all premiums for our employees' long-term disability protection.
City pays all premiums for our employees' life insurance.
City pays the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents.
Retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match.
Life insurance.
Disability.
Access to the city's recreation fitness center.
Employee assistance program.
Educational assistance.
11 paid holidays.
2 designated paid holidays.
Paid vacation.
Sick leave.
Active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.
Hiring incentives up to $5,000 for licensed TCEQ Water Operators (Grade C License - $2500, Grade B License - $3500, Grade A License - $5000).