Water Treatment Plant Operations Manager

City of Howell•Howell, MI

About The Position

Performs supervisory, administrative, skilled, technical, and maintenance work in planning, construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of City water treatment systems and facilities. The position works under the general supervision of the Director of Public Services and closely supervises assigned maintenance workers and operators. The manager plans and oversees water treatment operations and maintenance, supervises staff and resources, ensures regulatory compliance, and oversees the water laboratory. The role also supports department budgeting and purchasing, provides information to city officials and the public, and operates water-department construction and maintenance equipment as needed.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED equivalent.
Must possess and maintain EGLE F-2 License Certification of Water Treatment Operators.
Must possess and maintain other applicable certifications required by the State of Michigan for Water Treatment Plant operations.
Valid state driver's license, or ability to obtain one.
Thorough knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in public water supply and distribution systems.
Thorough knowledge of regulations and requirements of regulatory agencies, including EGLE and EPA.
Skill in operating tools and equipment.
Ability to guide, direct, and motivate employees and organize and supervise crews performing construction and maintenance work.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, and the public.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequent lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting or moving up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, and implement maintenance and operation activities for City water treatment services.
Oversee construction and maintenance work to ensure acceptability and compliance with standards.
Train, supervise, and discipline employees performing water-system operations, maintenance, construction, and repair.
Control and assume responsibility for materials, supplies, and equipment used in water-system and facility work.
Inspect water-system components and perform or supervise repairs to ensure systems function properly.
Requisition supplies and maintain personnel, equipment, supply, and operational records.
Advise the supervisor, City Manager, and other city officials on department matters, and provide information about water treatment services to civic, school, and public groups and individuals.
Ensure regulatory requirements are met, documented, and submitted to appropriate agencies.
Oversee water laboratory operations, including employee training.
Ensure equipment and tools are maintained, including by supervising and participating in cleaning and inspections after use.
Promote worker and equipment-operator safety by instructing employees in safety procedures and monitoring work.
Support personnel motivation and evaluation and serve as a liaison between crew members and other City supervisors.
Inspect and help control department supplies and equipment to ensure equipment is in working order.
Analyze annual operating costs, recommend department budget needs, and monitor current-year expenditures.
Recommend capital and equipment purchases and requisition supplies and materials needed for department operations.
Operate water-department power construction and maintenance equipment.
Serve on committees as assigned.