Treatment Plant Operations Manager
Listed on 2026-06-08
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Engineering
Environmental Engineer
Job Title
Treatment Plant Operations Manager –
OrganizationRehabilitation & Correction – Pickaway Correctional Institution
Agency ContactPersonnel Director, 614‑585‑5316 / DRC.PCIRecruito.gov
Work LocationPickaway Correctional Institute, 11781 State Route 762, Orient, 43146
Primary LocationUnited States of America – OHIO – Pickaway County – Orient
CompensationHourly: $32.35
Pay range: $67,000 – $102,000 (starting pay based on qualifications, education, experience, and location).
ScheduleFull‑time
Classified IndicatorClassified
Union StatusExempt from Union
Primary Job SkillWaste Management
Technical SkillsMedication Management, Regulatory Compliance, Technical Documentation, Environmental Services, General Maintenance
Professional SkillsAttention to Detail, Flexibility, Organizing and Planning, Problem Solving, Time Management
Pay RangePay ranges from approximately $67,000 to $102,000. Starting pay will be based on qualifications, education, experience, and location.
Responsibilities- Work under administrative direction and requires advanced level knowledge of state and federal guidelines regarding water and/or sewage treatment plant operations
- Manage the operation and maintenance program for large water treatment and wastewater treatment plants for the institution, neighboring institutions, and surrounding community
- Oversee operation of treatment plant laboratory and conduct chemical and bacteriological testing; supervise and train treatment plant staff
- Inspect facilities to ensure all mechanical equipment is maintained and operated according to regulations
- Make on‑site investigations of inoperable equipment
- Inspect elevated tanks’ condition and cathodic protection system; assess installations of equipment and contractors’ work, steam and hot water boilers to determine results of chemical feed treatment
- Evaluate conditions of plants and equipment and instruct resident personnel in corrective action
- Evaluate preventive maintenance program and conduct safety and health inspections
- Prepare safety programs
- Meet with OEPA and Health Department concerning operation of plants
- Consult with district treatment plant coordinators on troubleshooting problems
- Review design drawings and specifications for water and sewage plant and mechanical equipment installations
- Develop and write specifications for new equipment
- Develop and write maintenance manuals
- Research, gather and compile information for records and reports
- Plan, develop and submit management plans for land application (for disposal of sludge generated at plant) for OEPA approval
- Make necessary repairs or adjustments on equipment
- Keep equipment in stock to make on‑spot repairs (e.g., electrical control parts, alternators, coils, printed circuit control cards)
- Attend annual training, meetings and/or serve on committees
Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) and Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
* Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
QualificationsCertificate of class at least equal to that required by water system and/or wastewater works classification pursuant to Rule 3745‑7‑02, Environmental Protection Agency; 24 months experience as treatment plant operator in water and/or sewage treatment plant which included conducting routine laboratory tests on treatment plant flows; 12 months training or 12 months experience in supervisory principles/techniques; valid driver’s license.
Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Note:
The official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect, in the minimum acceptable characteristics, the required technical experience/license. Only…
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