Wastewater Plant Superintendent

City of Burlington NC•Haw River, NC

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The East Burlington Wastewater Treatment Plant (EBWWTP) is located on Stone Quarry Road in Burlington and was originally constructed in 1961 as 6.0 MGD trickling filter plant. In 1993, the plant was upgraded to an activated sludge with a treatment capacity of 12.0 million gallons per day (MGD) before undergoing further upgrade to include a 3-stage biological nutrient removal (BNR) process in 2014. The plant treats wastewater originates from areas within Burlington’s city limits and extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), the Town of Green Level, the Town of Haw River, and portions of the Town of Gibsonville and the Town of Elon.

Requirements

High School or GED equivalency
5 - 7 years of extensive work experience operating a municipal wastewater treatment plant
Prior supervisory experience, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Valid North Carolina Driver's License
Grade IV Wastewater Operator Certification
Basic First Aid and CPR
Extensive understanding of the principles, practices, tools, and equipment used in wastewater treatment plant operations.
In-depth knowledge of the operating characteristics, maintenance needs, and troubleshooting of wastewater treatment plant systems.
Proficient in hydraulic, chemical, and mechanical principles vital to effective wastewater treatment processes.
Comprehensive understanding of state and federal regulations governing sludge handling, effluent quality, discharge, and solids management.
Well-versed in the occupational hazards specific to wastewater treatment, along with the essential safety measures to ensure a safe working environment.
Skilled in operating and maintaining all necessary plant equipment with efficiency.
Proven ability to conduct required laboratory tests for wastewater quality control and process optimization.
Required participation on the facility Change Team for Process Safety Management (PSM) facilities to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Ensures the plant operates within NPDES regulations, maintaining compliance with the operating permit.
Supervises, trains, and plans for staff activities, ensuring efficient plant operations.
Establishes and updates plant operating procedures; determines equipment operation steps and tests new equipment.
Analyzes plant performance, maintenance needs, and lab results, adjusting processes as necessary.
Prepares comprehensive technical reports detailing plant operations and performance.
Ensures all operations adhere to OSHA and other relevant safety standards.
Develops a 5-year capital improvement plan, forecasts necessary funds, and manages staffing, equipment, and supply budgets.
Regularly inspects plant equipment and facilities, ensuring optimal function and efficiency; conducts plant tours to explain operations.
Maintains chemical and supply inventory, monitors equipment lifespan, and orders necessary materials.
Oversees hiring, performance evaluations, timekeeping, and training for division staff.
Completes and submits accurate regulatory reports within deadlines.
Actively participates in Department Safety Meetings and ensures safety standards are met.
Performs other related tasks as required.