Assistant Superintendent

City-of-Kankakee; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Kankakee River Metropolitan Agency (KRMA) seeks an Assistant Superintendent to lead the operations and maintenance of the POTW. You will report to the Superintendent and guide a team including Operations Manager and specialists, ensuring reliable plant performance.

The role requires 2–5 years in supervisory POTW leadership, a relevant degree, and a Class 1 license or the ability to obtain within 12 months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years of supervisory leadership at a POTW.
• Class 1 Wastewater Operator License (or ability to obtain within 12 months).

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operation and maintenance of the POTW facility.
• Direct daily work assignments for Operations and Engineering staff.
• Procure plant equipment, parts, and supplies.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Oversee asset management software and work order system.
• Monitor processes for regulatory compliance and permit requirements.
• Coordinate with laboratory personnel on process control decisions.
• Attend Board of Directors meetings and prepare reports.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Water/wastewater knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in water/wastewater treatment, biology, chemistry, engineering or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Class 1 Wastewater Operator License or ability to obtain within 12 months

Job description

If you have a passion for the environment and appreciate the efforts of those who protect it, this opportunity may be for you! The Kankakee River Metropolitan Agency (KRMA) is currently seeking an Assistant Superintendent to join our team. This position offers an outstanding salary and benefits package.

This position is under the supervision and direction of the Superintendent.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in water/wastewater treatment, biology, chemistry, engineering or related field preferred - or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Two to five years of experience in a supervisory leadership role at a Publicly Owned Treatment Works facility (POTW)
• Class 1 Wastewater Operators License issued by the State of Illinois or the ability to obtain one within twelve months of appointment

RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a member of the KRMA management team, this position has primary responsibility for overseeing the operations and maintenance of the POTW. This position, when authorized, may represent KRMA on behalf of the Superintendent.

• Supervise the daily operation and maintenance of the treatment facility
• Responsible for the direction and supervision of daily work assignments to all personnel which includes Operations Manager, Lead Operations and Maintenance Specialists, Operations and Maintenance Specialists, and Electrical Instrumentation and Control Specialists
• Procures plant equipment, parts, and supplies to meet the operational needs of the plant
• Work with vendors and staff to ensure timely preventative and corrective maintenance of plant equipment
• Oversee the asset management software, including the plant work order system
• Monitor plant processes and performance for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and permit requirements
• Work closely with laboratory personnel to make informed process control decisions
• Attend all meetings of the Board of Directors
• Preparation of reports to the Board of Directors and IEPA

OTHER DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the development/implementation of the annual operating and capital improvement budgets, five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), public relations program, employee training program, and personnel policies and procedures
• Assist in the procurement of contractual services for repairs, improvements, technical/engineering and sludge disposal

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• Annual salary range $120,000 - $125,000
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Provided
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

KRMA serves the four communities of Kankakee, Bradley, Bourbonnais, and Aroma Park.

KRMA's residency requirement states that any successful candidate must reside within a 35-mile radius of the Art Strother Administration Building within 6 months of hire.