Description

Summary

The purpose of this classification is to under general direction, plan, coordinate, direct and implement the operations and maintenance of the City’s Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) and sanitary sewer lift stations to ensure compliance with all applicable Federal and State regulations.
Essential Functions

The following duties are normal for this classification.  The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.   Other duties may be required and assigned.  Specific duties listed may not be required for all positions within this classification, but are determined by the normal requirements for the particular position.

Ensures supervisors and staff are aware of and follow all City safety policies and procedures. Ensures supervisors and staff have the proper personal protective equipment necessary to mitigate job hazards. Consults with Safety Director to ensure proper safety training is provided to supervisors and staff.  

Supervises, directs and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, recommending disciplinary action and completing employee performance appraisals.
 
Oversees WRRF and sanitary sewer lift station processes/equipment operations, per established procedures to ensure proper treatment of wastewater per federal/state regulations.
 
Oversees inspections of WRRF/lift station equipment and operations for safety, maintenance, and proper process operations; responds to operator problems and schedules repairs.
 
Consults with engineers and laboratory, WRRF maintenance, lift station and sewer line personnel for review and planning.
 
Prepares personnel reports for payroll; approves billing and purchase requisitions; receives reports, and correspondence; reviews, approves, and forwards designs/reports.
 
Responds to complaints/problems from employees, contractors, public officials, legal department, and the general public; handles complaint calls.
 
Maintains inventory of chemicals and equipment; schedules servicing of equipment.
 
Consults with equipment vendors.
 
Coordinates the work of the WRRF operations staff with that of WRRF maintenance and laboratory staff; ensures a positive and cooperative work interaction between WRRF operations, other IPS divisions, and other City departments.
 
Conducts ongoing facility and treatment process assessments; monitors treatment processes and establishes and adjusts treatment process operating parameters to meet operational needs.
Establishes work schedules, priorities and assigns the work of WRRF operations staff.
 
Communicates all facts essential to the efficient operation of the WRRF and reports all operating problems or emergencies immediately to the Water Resource Recovery Facility Operations Manager.
 
Participates in the budget process; reviews and provides input on facility operating budget and capital improvement projects; provides recommendations for reducing WRRF operating budget.
 
Oversees all aspects of facility operations including but not limited to, the control of objectionable odors, proper housekeeping and grounds keeping, process control and monitoring, facility record keeping, etc.
 
Recognizes training needs of WRRF operations staff; provides training and training opportunities in work and safety procedures as required; complies with and enforces all city and OSHA safety regulations and requirements.
 
Conducts educational and public awareness tours of the WRRF for local civic, school, and other interested parties.
 
Responds to WRRF and sanitary sewer lift station emergencies.
 
Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
 
Recommends policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of quality services by the department.
 
Incorporates continuous quality improvement principles in day-to-day activities.
 
Must meet regular attendance requirements.
 
Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and citizens.
 
Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required with specialty training in Wastewater Treatment, Biology, Chemistry, Mechanics, or related field; five years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering, water resources engineering, water resource recovery facility operations, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provided the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.  Must possess and maintain a valid Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License.  Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.