Process Supervisor-Operations- (Treatment II

Responsibilities

• Provides for the safe, effective supervision of personnel, daily operations and maintenance of MSD treatment plants and pumping stations.
• Schedules and provides direct overview of Operations & Maintenance staff. Plans, organizes and directs all activities affecting the operation of the assigned region and on a given shift.
• Implements procedures for the process operation of an assigned facility to assure compliance with MSD and other regulatory standards to assure a safe working environment.
• Ensures SAP work orders are initiated, updated with reliable information and closed in a timely manner.
• Develops and coordinates preventive maintenance schedules and assignments.
• Provides support and motivation to employees.
• Establishes and implements effective process control strategies for treatment centers to ensure efficient and environmentally sound operating practices.
• Arranges for procurement and delivery of materials and supplies.
• Coordinates availability of process equipment for repair in order to minimize impact on the process.
• Reviews treatment center laboratory sample results on a daily basis in order to determine efficient process parameters and compliance with permit requirements.
• Provides feedback to operators for adjustments to the wastewater treatment process.
• Performs projects in the design, review, coordination and acceptance of treatment center and pump station upgrade, replacement and/or construction.
• Provides start-up and operator training.
• Responds to requests for assistance by MSD administrative staff for performance of special projects.
• Responds to unusual situations, makes investigations and initiates corrective action.

Knowledge of wastewater treatment principles, practices, laws and regulations; knowledge of wastewater treatment equipment maintenance; skill in operating a PC and associated Windows environment software (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite); skill in managing multiple priorities; ability to supervise a diverse workforce; ability to resolve problems; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to perform physically demanding tasks as outlined above;

ability to work under adverse working conditions such as inclement weather; ability to work effectively under heavy, unpredictable surges in workload; ability to work outdoors; ability to work 24 hour emergency response, various shifts and weekends.

Associate Degree in Environmental Science or a related field; five or more years experience in wastewater treatment, an industrial setting or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Must have an acceptable and reliable means for being contacted during off-duty hours. Must have safe work and driving habits. Must possess a Class III Kentucky Wastewater Treatment License or ability to obtain through state reciprocity within 6 months;

or must have a Class II Kentucky Wastewater Treatment License and must be able to meet the requirements of 401 KAR 11:030 to obtain a Class III Kentucky Wastewater Treatment License within 6 months.