Wastewater Plant Manager

Role Overview

• Supervisor in charge of all Central Division wastewater collection systems, lift stations, and treatment facilities
• Ensures timely repair, maintenance, and management of assets and operations via an electronic work order management system
• Attains established Department objectives, including performance metrics
• Trains and develops Wastewater Department employees on Aqua policies, procedures, and practices
• Serves as the Responsible Operator In Charge (ROIC) for Central Division Wastewater Department NPDES systems
• Ensures compliance with all IEPA and EPA regulatory requirements
• Administration of all non-union employee relations including staffing and labor relations
• Manages employee personal development, interviewing, hiring, training, and discipline
• Manages accounts payable expenditures to all vendors
• Prepares purchase requisitions and monitors open purchase orders
• Identifies, develops, and manages capital expenditures within the department
• Oversees regulatory agency required reporting and monitoring
• Evaluates new treatment processes through pilot studies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, environmental engineering, or engineering preferred but not required
• 10 years of experience in the industry with 5 years in a supervisory role
• Computer control systems and programming experience
• Environmental chemistry and laboratory procedures knowledge
• Basic mechanical skills to maintain large pumps, drives, motors, piping systems, chemical feeders and storage tanks
• Knowledge of electrical power distribution and control systems
• Advanced in Microsoft Office (Email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and resolve issues in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to motivate oneself and others to accomplish required tasks
• Ability to work harmoniously and effectively with public officials, staff, and management
• Ability to establish meaningful, timely and attainable goals and effectively coordinate multiple projects
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to effectively conduct business with internal and external customers and represent the company
• Must be available for emergencies or consultation 24/7.

Benefits

• Competitive and comprehensive benefits package
• Career growth opportunities