Water Treatment Operator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Five years of supervisory experience in the administration of a water utility which includes water distribution, production, recharge systems, backflow, electrical, telemetry and/or conservation operations.
• Utah Water Distribution certification, or ability to obtain Utah certification within three months of hire. Level III certification required.
• At least five years of maintenance supervisory oversight of comparative property dealing in HVAC, plumbing, electric, and general repairs.
• Ability and experience using both handheld and large scale power tools.
• Management and cost accounting principles as related to equipment and labor used by a domestic water provider.
• Broad range of modern management practices including leadership initiatives, staff teams, team development and coaching.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment - Google Workspace required.
• Operate a motor vehicle safely.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Understand, interpret, and apply general and specific administrative and departmental policies and procedures as well as applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports, records, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, administers, and evaluates projects, processes, procedures, systems, and standards; develops and coordinates work plans; ensures daily service is met, and all state required documentation is filed on time.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; enforces discipline and termination procedures.
• Initiates the accomplishment of the Division's work program using staff resources and innovative approaches including empowered team concepts; monitors program performance to maintain cost-effective operations.
• Establishes goals to enhance organizational leadership, strategic planning and operating procedures related to specific water issues.
• Develops, prepares, and administers the section budget; which may include capital improvement budgets; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments.
• Directs the research and compilation of comprehensive reports, and the review of contracts, plans, specifications and agreements.
• Monitors operations to comply with applicable regulatory standards, health and safety codes, and fiscal and human resource practices.
• Performs related duties as required.