Wastewater Superintendent

Harker Heights, City of•Harker Heights Public Works Department, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general administrative direction of the Public Works Director, this position oversees personnel and activities in wastewater treatment and sanitary sewer collection systems. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Public Works Director, and this position supervises employees in the wastewater department.

Requirements

Three (3) years of specialized training related to wastewater treatment and sewage collection system rehabilitation.
Five (5) years experience in construction, maintenance, and repairs of lift stations, sanitary sewer collection systems, and treatment facilities, three (3) of which must be in a supervisory capacity.
Knowledge of SCADA systems and instrumentation.
A Texas grade “B” Wastewater Treatment Certification or equivalent from a reciprocating state.
A valid Texas driver’s license with a driving record that is satisfactory to the City of Harker Heights.

Responsibilities

Administration of the wastewater department.
Supervises all personnel and activities, including construction, maintenance, field service, wastewater treatment, and wastewater collection.
Plans, organizes, assigns, coordinates, and directs wastewater department operations including hiring, training, assigning work, and performance evaluations.
Coordinates work activities with other departments, governmental agencies, and contractors.
Assists Operations in the planning, repair and replacement of wastewater treatment facilities and wastewater collection system facilities.
Assists in evaluating and developing specifications for material and equipment.
Ensures compliance with federal (EPA) and state laws (TCEQ) and regulations governing utilities.
Complies with the TCEQ Wastewater Plant Discharge Permit and the TCEQ Wastewater Plant Stormwater Permit and associated reporting requirements.
Assists the Public Works Director in preparation of the annual budget.
Maintains time sheets and other records.
Schedules repair work such as cleaning, maintaining electric motors, mechanical gear drives, pumps, sanitary sewer lines, sanitary sewer lift stations and other related infrastructure.
Assists the Public Works Director in administering contracts for City pertaining to the maintenance and construction of Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater Collection facilities.
Performs related work as required.
Attendance and Timeliness are essential functions of the job.
Exhibits the City of Harker Heights’ Core Values.