Wastewater Operations Superintendent - SR

Overview

Plans, directs, and coordinates the installation, maintenance, and operation of all wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal systems in a major geographical district; and performs other related duties as required.

There is one (1) immediate permanent full‑time vacancy with the Department of Environmental Management – Wastewater Division in Hilo.

• Plans, directs, and coordinates, through subordinate supervisors, the process control and operation of the wastewater treatment and disposal facilities, pump stations, and systems in an assigned district; coordinates the shutdown of facilities for repairs; coordinates work with other district superintendents.
• Plans, lays‑out, and assigns through subordinate work relating to the operation and maintenance of all equipment in the wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations.
• Evaluates the operation and maintenance functions of the wastewater treatment plants and effectuates changes that increase efficiency and economy.
• Analyzes and evaluates the operation and maintenance functions and recommends and implements new or improved practices and standards.
• Participates in planning and makes recommendations on plans, designs, and specifications for new facilities and alterations to existing facilities.
• Determines dependability, adequacy, and feasibility of structures and equipment.
• Recommends and implements revisions or new policies and procedures for the operation and maintenance of the facilities.
• Participates in meetings with engineers to discuss the design, operation, maintenance, and/or new construction of wastewater equipment, facilities, and systems.
• Participates in the preparation of the division's budget; approves requisitions for purchases; reviews and controls expenditure of funds.
• Recommends equipment purchases and replacements; participates in the preparation of specifications; prepares applicable purchasing forms.
• Evaluates the utilization of personnel; recommends changes in position duties, transfer of positions, or additional positions to achieve maximum operational effectiveness.
• Confers with supervisors and recommends personnel actions such as hiring, promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions including terminations; directs the completion of job performance reviews, new hire orientations, and safety and operational trainings; oversees job interviews, grievances, investigations, and resolution of public or employee complaints.
• Oversees the maintenance of records, data, and files; prepares operational reports.
• Develops, organizes, coordinates, and/or conducts training program for plant personnel.
• Participates in the development and implementation of the department’s safety program and activities; enforces the safety policies and regulations.
• Reviews and approves building and plumbing permits for residential and small commercial plans and specifications for connection to County sewer systems.
• Provides construction management and inspection services as assigned.
• Participates in staff meetings; may attend hearings or meetings and present testimony relating to the wastewater operations and programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Graduation from high school.
• Five (5) years of work experience in the operations, construction, or repair and maintenance of wastewater systems and facilities, of which three (3) years’ experience shall have been in a supervisory capacity.
• Possession of a current Hawaiʻi Mandatory Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate, Grade IV at time of filing.
• Possession of a valid State of Hawaiʻi driver's license (Class 3) or an equivalent valid driver's license at time of filing.

• Principles and practices of supervision; procedures and practices pertinent to the operation of wastewater facilities and equipment.
• Program planning and budgeting principles; laws and regulations applicable to the operation of wastewater facilities.
• Occupational hazards and safety practices; report writing and record‑keeping practices and procedures.

• Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work of subordinates involved in the operation of wastewater facilities and equipment.
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