Assistant WWTP Superintendent

Descriptive Statement

The Assistant WWTP Superintendent is an exempt position reporting to the WWTP Superintendent, however, shall be familiar enough with operation and maintenance procedures to work and direct the operations of the facility relatively independent of constant supervision. The Assistant WWTP Superintendent is responsible for all operation-related activities at the Water Reclamation Facility. The Assistant WWTP Superintendent provides direct supervision of operations employees.

The Assistant WWTP Superintendent is an exempt position reporting to the WWTP Superintendent, however, shall be familiar enough with operation and maintenance procedures to work and direct the operations of the facility relatively independent of constant supervision. The Assistant WWTP Superintendent is responsible for all operation-related activities at the Water Reclamation Facility. The Assistant WWTP Superintendent provides direct supervision of operations employees.

This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It's not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of the position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Oversees operation of facility to meet all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Makes staffing and process control recommendations to the WWTP Superintendent and performs scheduling for operation activities
• Serves as Operator in Responsible Charge during the WWTP Superintendent's absence
• Assists the WWTP Superintendent in managing programs including but not limited to the biosolids program.
• Develops and maintains information for applicable reports and records
• Inventories and maintains operating stocks of process chemicals and operating supplies.
• Works with the Regulatory Compliance Specialist to ensure all safety training and programs are implemented at the plant
• Provides staff training in areas of treatment operations, equipment maintenance, and proper operation of treatment plant equipment
• Assists the Regulatory Compliance Specialist in maintaining and enforcing the City and the Water Reclamation Facility Safety Programs
• Maintains effective communication among the staff of the different groups and the WW Maintenance Supervisor, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Laboratory Supervisor, Pretreatment Manager, and the WWTP Superintendent.
• Evaluates the work of assigned personnel, documents on-the-job training, provides counseling and discipline as necessary.

• May perform duties of similar classification of an equal or lower pay grade including performing the duties of Wastewater Operator A for shifts during leaves, training events, or emergencies.
• May need to respond to after-hour emergencies
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds is an essential function of this position
• Requires good hearing to communicate with other staff members, hear audible alarms and listen to equipment to detect possible problems
• The incumbent must be able to perform a full range of body movements and manual dexterity to inspect, maintain and replace electrical breakers, capacitors, and other electrical system components; operate and adjust equipment or controls; perform work on a computer; drive City vehicles; and perform other essential functions safely

• The ability to communicate clearly and to work well with other supervisors, the WWTP Superintendent, the Wastewater Director, and other City departments
• Detailed knowledge, skills and ability related to the operation of wastewater treatment plants, particularly advanced wastewater treatment processes and operations including biological nutrient removal
• Assist the WWTP Superintendent in the evaluation and interpretation of test results to assure compliance of the facility with all local, state and federal requirements.
• Detailed knowledge of wastewater treatment operating procedures, hazards, safety requirements, and the ability to guide subordinates in safe operating practices
• Working knowledge of large pumps, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical machinery, electric motors, controls,…