Wastewater Plant Supervisor

City of Riverside•Riverside, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Riverside is hiring a Wastewater Plant Supervisor for a vacancy in the Sewer Treatment Division of the Public Works Department. The position oversees crews and shifts across wastewater treatment disciplines at the Regional Water Quality Control Plant, including preliminary, primary, and secondary treatment; biological nutrient removal using conventional activated sludge and membrane bioreactor processes; conventional tertiary treatment; chlorination and dechlorination; anaerobic mesophilic digestion; organics receiving; biomethane production; solids dewatering; and process control. Under general supervision, the supervisor performs skilled and supervisory work in controlling wastewater treatment processes to support effective and efficient operations and ensure wastewater is processed and discharged in accordance with health and environmental regulations. The supervisor may also serve as Acting Wastewater Operations Manager as required. The eligibility list may be used for current or upcoming vacancies in this classification for up to six months.

Requirements

Meet one of the following education and experience options: a bachelor's degree with a major related to wastewater treatment, including at least 30 units of basic science courses, and two years of experience performing wastewater treatment plant operator functions; an associate's degree or 60 semester units at a college or university, including 15 semester units of basic science courses, and four years of such experience; high school graduation or equivalent and six years of such experience; or four years of such experience while certified as a Grade III operator and three years of experience in a supervisory or management-level position.
Possess a valid, appropriate Class C California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Possess an active Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California State Water Resources Control Board.
Obtain a Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California State Water Resources Control Board within 18 months of appointment.
Be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without needing employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future, subject to the stated USMCA TN classification exception.
Submit a completed employment application, completed supplemental questionnaire, and current California Grade IV or Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate with the application.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California State Water Resources Control Board.
Experience operating a Membrane Bio Reactor (MBR).
Experience with biological nutrient removal, co-digestion of organics, Microsoft software applications, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems, process control databases, and computerized maintenance management systems.
Ability to supervise, motivate, and delegate work to crews across treatment processes.

Responsibilities

Supervise and participate in the operation of wastewater treatment facilities and control the flow and processing of wastewater, sludge, effluent, and support processes.
Monitor gauges, meters, and control panels; interpret operating conditions, readings, and test results to determine processing requirements.
Maintain records of operations, test results, maintenance work, chemical use, and operating conditions; review and evaluate records for process control.
Direct and instruct operations staff in controlling facility and wastewater processes.
Assist with contractor tie-ins or shutdowns and plan and coordinate start-up of new processes or equipment.
Evaluate and review the operation of new equipment and processes.
Inspect facility equipment and processes and review operating procedures to ensure efficient operation.
Participate in plant operations to resolve difficult or unusual problems; interpret plant piping and distribution plans and help locate and troubleshoot malfunctions.
Organize, operate, and maintain plant record systems and computer databases.
Recommend and initiate improved work methods and procedures.
Assist in training existing and new employees.
Write technical reports and instructions for operating process equipment and systems.
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus when required.
Research information for developing process parameters and standard operating procedures.
Perform analyses and laboratory tests as needed to monitor plant and process performance.
Evaluate alternate proposals and make recommendations.
Conduct facility surveillance to assess safety, operating efficiency, cleanliness, and maintenance needs.
Ensure facility process operations meet regulatory agency requirements.
Monitor plant operating efficiency and develop and implement methods to improve it.
Plan, assign, schedule, supervise, motivate, and evaluate assigned employees.
Order supplies and materials, prepare cost estimates, and develop equipment specifications.
Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the Treatment Services Section.
Prepare and review regulatory reports.
Serve as Acting Wastewater Operations Manager as required.