Wastewater System Superintendent

Innovative Consulting & Management Services, LLC • Beltsville, MD

46d • Onsite

About The Position

ICMS is seeking a Wastewater System Superintendent for an onsite contract in Beltsville, Maryland. The position manages daily wastewater plant operations, ensures compliance with state and federal environmental permits, and oversees staff. It requires detailed knowledge of operating a large wastewater system and a strong understanding of Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) rules, testing protocols, and safety compliance.

The superintendent directs operations at the wastewater treatment plant, pumping stations, and sewer collection systems; serves as the person in responsible charge for compliance with MDE and EPA standards; prepares regulatory reports; and reviews laboratory data to adjust treatment processes. The role also oversees biosolids and industrial pretreatment programs, manages staff, monitors budgets, and coordinates infrastructure upgrades with contractors. The position is non-exempt, full-time, onsite, and contract-based. Work schedules may change according to client and company needs. The superintendent is regularly on call and must respond to emergencies outside their shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Minimum of five years of experience as a licensed MDE superintendent, including three years managing advanced treatment systems.
• Maryland Class 5A or Class 5W Wastewater Treatment Superintendent’s License.
• Valid state driver’s license with no major infractions.
• OSHA 30 Training.
• Familiarity with MDE rules, testing protocols, and safety compliance.
• Ability to manage staffing, scheduling, on-call and after-hours coverage, and work multiple shifts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities in English.
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions and provide readily understood information.
• Ability to demonstrate equipment mastery within 90 days.
• Must attain and maintain a USDA LincPass and pass a background check.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in biology, environmental science, chemistry, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily activities at the wastewater treatment plant, pumping stations, and sewer collection systems.
• Serve as the person in responsible charge to ensure treated water meets MDE and EPA standards.
• Prepare and submit Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) and other regulatory paperwork.
• Review biological, chemical, and physical laboratory data and adjust treatment processes accordingly.
• Oversee the Biosolids Program and Industrial Pretreatment Ordinances.
• Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate operators and technicians.
• Monitor operating budgets and coordinate infrastructure upgrades with contractors.
• Recognize, diagnose, and, within limits, repair equipment and system malfunctions.
• Communicate and understand information and instructions in verbal and written forms.
• Demonstrate equipment mastery within 90 days.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, on-call duties, and after-hours coverage; be capable of working multiple shifts.
• Be available regularly on call and respond to emergencies outside the scheduled shift.

Benefits

• $5.09 per hour in Health and Welfare Benefits under SCA Wage Determination rates.
• Medical, dental, and vision program fully covered for the employee.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% automatic contribution.
• 11 paid government holidays.
• 56 hours of sick leave.
• PTO based on years of service, starting at 80 hours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED