Water Treatment Plant Manager

# Water Treatment Plant Manager Facility Services Management  an Early Applicant Full Timemid Frederick, Maryland, US $69k – $84k Posted Today##

Role Overview Facility Services Management Inc. is hiring a mid-level Water Treatment Plant Manager. This is a full-time role in Frederick. posted today. The posted range is $69k to $84k; applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.## Resume Keywords to Include Make sure these keywords appear in your resume to improve ATS scoringORCompliance Water Treatment Plant Operations Supporting One Sign  up free to auto-tailor your resume with all these keywords and get a higher ATS score## Job description

Water Treatment Plant Manager Lead Operations Supporting One of the Nation's Most Critical Research Facilities Are you an experienced wastewater operations leader looking for a career that goes beyond traditional treatment plant management?

Facility Services, Inc. (FSI) is seeking a Water Treatment Plant Manager to oversee the operation, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of the USAMRIID Wastewater Treatment Plant supporting one of the Department of Defense's premier biological research facilities.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a highly specialized treatment plant that plays a vital role in protecting public health, the environment, and the critical research mission of one of the nation's most advanced biomedical facilities.

If you enjoy leading teams, solving complex operational challenges, and maintaining the highest standards of environmental compliance and safety, we'd love to meet you.### What You'll DoAs the Water Treatment Plant Manager, you'll provide overall leadership for wastewater treatment operations while ensuring safe, efficient, and uninterrupted plant performance. You'll work closely with the Contract Maintenance Manager, Government representatives, Quality Control personnel, and Facility Management to maintain operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities
* Lead the daily operation, maintenance, and repair of the wastewater treatment plant.
* Supervise wastewater operators, maintenance personnel, and subcontractors.
* Ensure continuous compliance with all applicable environmental regulations and permit requirements.
* Monitor plant performance and implement operational improvements that increase efficiency and reliability.
* Develop and maintain operating procedures, performance standards, and best practices.
* Analyze operational data and troubleshoot complex wastewater treatment issues.
* Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities to maximize system reliability.
* Maintain accurate operating records, regulatory documentation, and performance reports.
* Foster a strong culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence.
* Coach, mentor, and develop team members while conducting performance evaluations.
* Coordinate emergency response activities and provide after-hours operational support as required.
* Support Government inspections, audits, and compliance reviews.
* Ensure contractor personnel follow all biosafety, security, and facility access requirements.
* Partner with Government representatives and facility leadership to support mission success.
* Maintain continuous operational readiness to ensure uninterrupted wastewater treatment services.### What We're Looking For We're seeking a hands-on leader with strong technical expertise, proven supervisory experience, and a commitment to environmental compliance and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications
* Minimum 5 years of experience treating oxidizer-rich wastewater effluent.
* Minimum 2 years of experience supporting biological laboratory environments.
* Supervisory experience leading wastewater treatment plant operations.
* Experience operating industrial or municipal wastewater treatment systems.
* Experience managing preventive maintenance programs.
* Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.

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