Treatment Plant Supervisor - Wastewater

Earn up to $5000 in hiring incentives!

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a Treatment Plant Supervisor - Wastewater to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Utilities Department . Are you service-oriented? Could you excel in a fast-paced environments? If so, you may be perfect for this position!

The Treatment Plant Supervisor-Wastewater earns a competitive hourly salary of $30.72- $33.25 / based on qualifications and experience . Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2 : 1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health .

Earn up to $5,000 in hiring incentives when you join the City of Pearland's Utilities team as a licensed TCEQ Water Operator! Incentive amounts are based on your license grade :

Grade C License - $2500

Grade B License - $3500

Grade A License - $5000

ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND

Pearland is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods , and superb quality of life . Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas , Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation .

Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth . Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS THE TREATMENT PLANT SUPERVISOR.

Job Summary : Responsible for the operation and performance of all wastewater plants; provides leadership and supervision to operators.

Supervisory Functions

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include conducting interviews, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Essential Functions

• Regular and timely attendance at work.
• Makes repairs on equipment and assists in major work on buildings and grounds.
• Trouble shoots and solves problems with plant process equipment and control systems.
• Assists Superintendent, Engineers, and other City officials in the planning and design of new plants or expansion and upgrade of existing plants.
• Maintains availability through cell phone or other means for assistance or possible call-outs during weekend shifts or off hours.
• Monitors plants and solves problems as necessary, on occasion through the use of a lap top computer with the SCADA system.
• Oversees all wastewater plants by making inspections, monitors performance, and provides directions for making adjustments. Ensures that TCEQ and EPA permit requirements are being met.
• Works with purchasing officer to receive bids on equipment and services; arranges for purchases of equipment and supplies needed in the wastewater department; arranges for contract work as needed for repairs.
• Performs paperwork for TCEQ and other governmental agencies; keeps records for the City of Pearland.
• Performs lab work and substitutes for operators as necessary.
• Travels to different suppliers obtaining parts and equipment.
• Takes samples of creek water and checks manholes for dumping.
• Assists, as needed, with lift stations, wells, etc.
• Schedules contract work to be done at all the plants as needed, performs job performance appraisals, performs monthly safety meeting for department as a whole, and attends weekly meeting with superiors to relay necessary information to subordinates.
• Develops SOP's and monthly reports, review policies and updates as needed to and deals with personnel issues as needed.
• Serves as "essential personnel" and remains available for immediate call-in due to any natural or man made disaster, or any other event the Director of Public Works, Assistant City Manager, or the City Manager deem necessary.
• Contributes to team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Licenses

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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