Water Treatment Plant Operations Manager

City of Howell•Genoa Charter Township, MI

3d•$72,445 - $79,870

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. Works under the general supervision of the Director of Public Services and closely supervises assigned maintenance workers and operators. The role plans and oversees water treatment operations and maintenance, supervises employees and equipment, ensures regulatory compliance, oversees the water laboratory, and contributes to budgeting and purchasing. It also includes operating department equipment and serving on committees as assigned.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED equivalent.
Possess and maintain EGLE F-2 License Certification of Water Treatment Operators.
Possess and maintain all 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.
Ability to 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 described 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 to provide water treatment services for the city.
Oversee construction and maintenance work to determine acceptability and conformance to standards.
Train, supervise, and discipline employees who operate, maintain, construct, and repair water treatment systems and facilities.
Supervise the control and use of materials, supplies, and equipment, and assume responsibility for items used in water-system and facility maintenance, construction, and repair.
Inspect, perform, and supervise repairs of water-system components to ensure that systems function properly.
Requisition department supplies and maintain records concerning personnel, equipment, supplies, and operational reports.
Advise the supervisor, City Manager, and other city officials on department activities and provide information about water treatment services to civic, school, and public groups and individuals.
Ensure regulatory requirements are met, documented, and submitted to the appropriate regulatory agencies.
Oversee water laboratory operations, including employee training.
Ensure proper maintenance of equipment and tools by supervising and participating in cleaning and checking them after use.
Oversee the safety of assigned workers and equipment operators by teaching proper safety procedures and monitoring work in progress.
Support personnel motivation and evaluation by serving as a liaison between crew members and other City supervisors.
Inspect and assist in controlling and using department supplies and equipment to ensure equipment is in proper working order.
Analyze annual operating costs, recommend the department budget, and monitor current-year expenditures.
Provide recommendations regarding capital and equipment.
Purchase and requisition supplies and materials needed for effective department operation.
Operate power construction and maintenance equipment used in the water department.
Serve on assigned committees.