Water Operations Supervisor

JOB POSITION: WATER OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

Division:
Water Quality
Status:
Non-Exempt
Grade: 107
Job Code: 790

Reports to:

Water Production Superintendent
Date: 06-01-07
Revised Date: 04-01-22
Last Reviewed Date: 04-01-22

Performs responsible technical and skilled work supervising water operators in daily operations/maintenance of water treatment equipment and processes. Is the responsible operator in charge of assigned shift. Operates SCADA system to monitor/control water plant/ system functions. Makes rounds of plant, checking for proper operation of processes. Measures chemical feed rate and calculates dosages. Checks/calibrates process instrumentation. Operates pumps/valves/sluice gates. Performs accuracy tests/leak surveys/valve locations.

Interprets maps/drawings/schematics. Checks/lubricates and repairs pumps/aerators/air compressors/emergency generators/other plant equipment. Assists in water quality lab making routine physical/chemical tests. Maintains logs. Cleans, paints and performs other general maintenance duties. Oversees plant in absence of Water Operations Supervisor. Graduation from high school/GED equivalent supplemented by college level courses in chemistry and water plant operations plus five (5) or more years related experience in water plant operations with some supervisory experience.

Class I Water license from the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation for Waterworks and Wastewater Works required.

Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned or scheduled.

• Directs and coordinates work of assigned employees.
• Takes active role in developing employees by establishing individual employee goals and objectives. Assures appropriate resources are available to obtain established goals and objectives.
• Makes recommendations to management on appointments and promotions within assigned area.
• Assures employee evaluations are complete and accurate and meet all requirements.
• Assists in the scheduling, assigning, supervising and inspecting required for operation of water filtration plants.
• Coordinates maintenance and repair of plant equipment and requisition of supplies, materials and related inventory.
• Prepares weekly work schedule.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Operates SCADA system to monitor and control water plant and system functions.
• Adjusts chemical feed rate and calculates dosages for optimum performance.
• Checks and calibrates process instrumentation.
• Assists in water quality lab.
• Operates pumps, valves and sluice gates.
• Assists with preparation of reports to state and local authorities.
• Assists in the training of staff in operation of water treatment processes and preparation for certification exams.
• Keeps accurate records of test results relating to water operations.
• Maintains logs of plant operations.
• Subject to twenty-four (24) hour call and works varied shifts as assigned.

Supervises assigned employees in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to direct and supervise work of assigned personnel.
• Ability to schedule work and assign tasks for all personnel assigned to his/her shift.
• Ability to provide input into departmental budget and employee performance evaluations.
• Ability to review and recommend improvements in processes and procedures for assigned area.
• Ability to think logically and comprehend data.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work safely and obey all safety rules.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and in writing.
• Ability to respond to inquiries…