Operations Supervisor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 5 years of experience working in a plant operations position.
• Valid NYS driver's license and ability to meet risk management guidelines.
• Valid New York State Grade 3A Wastewater Treatment License.
• Strong process control knowledge.
• Excellent reading, math, writing, scientific, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, scheduling, and prioritizing skills.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, engineering drawings, blueprints, gauges, and graphs.
• Ability to understand and execute written and oral instructions and understand complex technical instructions.
• Ability to read, interpret, and record data from meters, gauges, scales, panels, and computer consoles.
• Ability to interpret service manuals and drawings and write SOPs.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, including providing input for and implementing corrective actions.
• Proficiency in Windows, MS Office Suite, Google Workspace, OPS, EAM and CMMS, and other computer-based systems.
• Working knowledge of computerized PLC/SCADA systems, DCS control systems, and computerized operating data acquisition and historical trending systems.
• Working knowledge of equipment specific to departmental needs and requirements.
• Knowledge of standard laboratory sampling, testing, documentation, and related records and reports.
• Knowledge of normal and abnormal process and equipment conditions and the ability to take appropriate, safe actions.
• Ability to operate complex controls, processes, and equipment.
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment plant equipment, processes, regulations, requirements, and reporting.
• Knowledge of environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Ability to be assigned responsible charge of the facility and react to unplanned events.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with management, supervisors, and staff.
• Ability to make decisions without supervision and work independently.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize work effectively.
• Ability to communicate with people at all skill, knowledge, and experience levels.
• Ability to lead by example and lead, train, and mentor staff and team support personnel.
• Ability to lead the department or team effectively in varied situations and conditions.
• Ability to work closely with local contractors and vendors and in a teamwork-oriented environment.
• Safety-consciousness.
• Ability to talk or hear; frequently stand, walk, sit, handle or feel objects, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or smell; occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; and meet close- and distance-vision requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, in Environmental Science, Engineering, Biology/Laboratory, or a related field.
• 10 or more years of experience in wastewater treatment or a related field.
• Experience with maintenance systems and project contract administration in the water/wastewater utilities industry.
• New York State Grade 4A Wastewater Treatment License.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Plant Operators, including trainees and licensed Operators, and direct their daily duties.
• Coordinate projects with other plant departments, Engineering, and contractors.
• Lead shift crews in monitoring plant operations and incoming data.
• Manage, evaluate, schedule, and develop O&M staff and ensure adequate staffing.
• Direct responses to alarms and abnormal conditions and lead emergency response actions.
• Evaluate or supervise evaluation of wastewater treatment facility operations, maintenance, performance, processes, systems, and equipment.
• Review and supervise implementation of system improvements, including optimization, performance testing, troubleshooting, and resolution of complex operational, equipment, and instrumentation problems.
• Review designs and constructed facilities and make or approve recommendations for operational improvements.
• Oversee construction management personnel during facility upgrades and startups, and supervise operational services and treatment plant construction personnel during startup and initial operation.
• Participate in developing and complying with operating policies and ensure compliance with environmental and safety rules.
• Prepare reports documenting plant status, equipment, operating data, and operational events.
• Collect data on unplanned outages and recommend ways to reduce the likelihood of recurrence.
• Serve as the real-time shift interface with the Commercial Group regarding plant operations, outages, fuel, and generation schedules.
• Perform Issuer and Verifier functions using approved Lock Out/Tag Out systems.
• Manage department contract deliverables and scheduling.
• Order materials and supplies.
• Ensure equipment and processes are maintained and functioning properly.
• Keep workstations and treatment plant facilities clean and safe in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain operational documents and records.
• Ensure work is performed safely and professionally in accordance with corporate and regulatory policies, procedures, and emergency response procedures.
• Operate equipment and processes manually and through instrument control panels.
• Work weekends and holidays and participate in rotating on-call coverage as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and work additional hours as needed to complete required tasks.
• Operate company- and client-owned vehicles.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off policies
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Savings accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid volunteering
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan