Assistant Waste Water and Environmental Manager

Allen Harim; Delaware; Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Allen Harim seeks an Assistant Waste Water and Environmental Manager for its Harbeson facility. The role includes supervising wastewater operators, overseeing laboratory operations, and ensuring compliance with safety and health standards. Candidates should have four years of relevant experience and the capability to obtain necessary certifications. The job requires strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as technical expertise in wastewater treatment processes.

Qualifikationen

• Four years operating experience in Wastewater Facilities of Class III or higher.
• Ability to obtain a Base Level Water Operators License with Chemical Feed Endorsement.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in wastewater operations.

Aufgaben

• Supervises and evaluates wastewater operators for the Harbeson Plant.
• Inspects plant machinery and equipment to determine need for repairs.
• Performs laboratory tests on wastewater and drinking water samples.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge of laboratory techniques

Interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to interpret laboratory tests

Ausbildung

Four years of experience in Wastewater Facilities

Base Level Water Operators License

Tools

Laboratory apparatus equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Assistant Waste Water and Environmental Manager

Regular Full‑Time Harbeson, DE, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1304

Summary

This job involves responsibility for performing technical laboratory work at the Allen Harim wastewater treatment plant and potable water treatment system. All results are used for the efficient operation and maintenance of the wastewater plant and potable water system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Knowledge Supports Allen Harim’s Vision, Mission and Values
• Supervises, trains, schedules and evaluates wastewater operators for the Harbeson Plant
• Inspects plant machinery, equipment, grounds and facilitates to determine need for repair or corrective actions
• Keeps time records, prepares and submits reports and schedules work staff
• Estimates materials and supplies needed
• Investigates and responds to complaints
• Responds to emergencies
• Directs and may participate in the safe and efficient operation of vehicles and equipment
• Inspects and monitors performance of contractors when assigned
• Performs special projects as assigned, recommends goals and objectives
• Knowledge and implementation of all aspects of company’s sampling and testing programs
• Oversee the physical examinations of untreated and treated wastewater for suspended and percent solids
• Oversee the chemical oxygen demand (COD) tests on both untreated and treated wastewater
• Performs chemical tests on treated drinking water samples for phosphate, zinc, copper and pH
• Performs nitrite, ammonia as nitrogen, total phosphorus, and alkalinity tests
• Maintains records of all tests performed and keeps logs of plant operations
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

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.

Note for level:

• Basic: Incumbent is able to use their knowledge/skill with support by more experienced individuals.
• Advanced: Incumbent is able to independently use their knowledge/skill.
• Expert: Incumbent is able to train others on their knowledge/skill.
• Possess superior interpersonal and communication skills.

Education and/or Experience

• Four (4) years of acceptable operating experience in Wastewater Facilities of Class III or higher; two years of which must have been in a position of Direct Responsible Charge (DRC)
• Must be able to obtain a Base Level Water Operators License with Chemical Feed Endorsement
• Minimum of 2 years experience of prior supervisory experience in wastewater and proven track record that demonstrates leadership. Capacity to define problems, collects data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Drinking water experience is a plus.

Knowledge/Skills

• Excellent knowledge of modern laboratory techniques, practices, and equipment used in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant and potable water treatment systems.
• Knowledge of the principles of bacteriology, biology, chemistry and physical examination of wastewater as they relate to wastewater analysis.
• Knowledge of the practices used and the equipment required in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant; skill in the operation and care of laboratory apparatus equipment, pumps, valves, and related mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Skilled in the performance and interpretation of laboratory tests and procedures; ability to understand and follow technical instructions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Exercises direct supervision over supervisory, maintenance, collections, and wastewater operations personnel.

Physical Demands

• Must have the ability to enter all areas of the plant and offices.
• Regularly sit at a desk for long periods of time; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk while performing inspection activities.
• May need to travel between satellite locations.
• Ability to deal with variant temperatures both hot and cold.
• Must be able to lift up 40 lbs or more.

Work environment is a production plant environment; must be able to be exposed to a variety of odors as well as present with hot and cold temperatures and a wet environment. Safety protection is provided.