Supervisor; Wastewater

Pay: $29.92 min to $35.90 mid per hour w/CDL

Under general supervision, oversees and plans the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of the City’s wastewater collection (gravity and pumped) system; including the skilled supervisory and mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of piping, pumps and conveyances of the City’s wastewater collection systems, including sewage pump stations.

• Supervises wastewater operations and monitors results; assures that wastewater Crew Leaders meet project goals and timelines; assures the use of efficient techniques and sound operations and maintenance practices to meet program objectives.
• Monitors SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) process control system gauges, meters and electronic control panels; monitors and regulates telemetry, electrical systems and chemical processes; records readings and maintains manual and computerized shift log.
• Plans, organizes and supervises operations, infrastructure maintenance and special projects; prioritizes projects and resource allocation; inspects jobsites to assure quality work projects and effective use of resources.
• Reviews work orders and job requests, and prioritizes tasks and projects; determines equipment, material and personnel needs; coordinates and assigns work crews, vehicles and equipment.
• Orders and stages materials, supplies and equipment; reviews the work of assigned staff to assure the work quality and timely accomplishment of assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Conducts inspections of operations and work projects and offers technical assistance and guidance to subordinate staff as necessary; oversees ongoing operations to assure that safety rules and regulations are followed, and water/wastewater operations and procedures meet state and federal compliance regulations and quality standards.
• Controls work sites to assure that safety rules and regulations are adhered to, and that the work zones and all equipment are in safe operating condition.
• Collects W/WW samples for testing; reviews water quality data and operational information and generates summary reports as required.
• Trains and evaluates staff; develops staff skills and conducts performance evaluations; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues.
• Maintains records and logs of work crew activities.
• Operates a wide range of specialized vehicles, tools and specialized equipment when needed; performs work in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; inspects, identifies and reports mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
• Responds to emergency callouts resulting from severe weather, major accidents or other factors; dispatches and accounts for crew activity during emergency events; performs tasks in the interest of public safety and property protection during emergencies.
• Makes critical first responder operating decisions during system emergencies (e.g., water main breaks, sewer main backups etc.).
• Assures that work assignments are completed according to specified work orders.
• Cross-trains work crews in proper work methods and safety procedures.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values and goals of the City by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Cooperates with co-workers professionally to accomplish work efficiently and effectively.
• Has regular, predictable attendance; attendance is a factor in continued employment with the City.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent;
• AND five years work experience in water/wastewater utilities maintenance work;
• AND three years of supervisory experience, preferably with the City of Corinth;
• OR an equivalent combination of related education, experience, or demonstrated abilities or proficiencies that result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

• Possess a valid Class A or B Texas Commercial Driver’s License with air brake endorsement prior to applying for the position or must be obtained within twelve months of hire.
• Class C Water, Wastewater Collections 2 Operator and BPAT licenses from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) are required or must be obtained within twelve months of hire; additional technical skills training and certifications may be required for some job assignments.

• City policies and procedures.
• Materials, methods and techniques used in maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection infrastructure.
• State and Federal regulations governing water quality and treatment, including Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations and TCEQ safety standards and inspection protocols.
• Principles and methods of maintenance of water and wastewater stations and components.
• Water/wastewater testing protocols and laboratory…