Public Works Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor

City of Newberg Oregon; Newberg (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Newberg seeks a working supervisor for the Wastewater Treatment Plant to assist the Operations Manager in directing the water and wastewater systems. You will supervise staff, manage maintenance, and ensure compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations while coordinating with unions and city officials.

Responsibilities include budgeting, project planning, reports, and safety training. A valid driver’s license and state certification are required, with additional certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required. Post high school education in engineering, chemistry, water/wastewater technology, physical, biological, mathematics or operation management would be a plus.
• Five (5) years of experience, with a minimum of two (2) years in possession of a Level III or higher wastewater treatment system certification
• Two (2) years experience with team lead or supervisory and budgetary duties.

Responsibilities

• Assists the water and wastewater treatment teams with operations and maintenance; uses asset management and work order software.
• Maintains all water and wastewater facilities to comply with local, state, and federal requirements; keeps supervisor informed.
• Prepares regular reports of maintenance and upgrade projects for planning and budgeting.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Troubleshooting

Data interpretation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post‑secondary education in engineering/chemistry/wastewater tech/operation management

Level III/IV wastewater certification

Five years wastewater experience

Supervisory/budgetary experience

Tools

MS Office

SCADA systems

Job description

GENERAL STATEMENT

Serves as a working supervisor of personnel assigned to the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Assists the Operations Manager in providing supervisory direction for the organization, operation and maintenance of the city’s water and wastewater treatment systems. Acts as divisional supervisor in absence of the Operations Manager. This position also may perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work and operate a variety of equipment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision and direction of the Public Works Operations Manager

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Working supervisor of personnel in the Public Works Operations Division as assigned.

WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM

Well field, Class II water treatment plant, water booster stations, Otis Springs non potable system, waterline bridge, reservoirs and the City’s cross connection control program.

WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM

A 4.0 MGD Class IV wastewater treatment system (WWTS), including wastewater lift stations, an activated sludge type secondary treatment plant, in-vessel composting facility, bio-solids management program, wastewater laboratory, industrial pretreatment program, and recycled water facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the water and wastewater treatment teams with operations and maintenance to appropriately conduct daily operations, utilizing asset management and work order software systems.
• Ensures regular maintenance, and necessary upgrades, to all of the water and wastewater treatment facilities to ensure that the city is in compliance with all local, state and federal requirements. Keeps Public Works Operations Manager informed at all times.
• Prepares regular reports of completed and proposed maintenance and plant upgrade projects for planning and budgeting purposes.
• Must be familiar with and abide by the rules and regulatory guidelines established by the City of Newberg, OR-OHSA, EPA, DEQ and the Oregon Drinking Water Program pertaining to the operation of the water and wastewater systems.
• Supervises staff and works with union representatives within the collective bargaining agreement for both the water and wastewater treatment plants. Supervisory responsibilities encompass training, assigning and reviewing work, evaluating performance, counseling, resolving grievances, effectively recommending various personnel actions, and administering disciplinary actions. Must be familiar with employment law, city policies and procedures, and the collective bargaining agreement.
• Exercises appropriate independent judgment and corrective action in response to equipment malfunctions, chemical spills, potential permit violations and other emergencies.
• Uses and monitors the use of computer workstations to log, retrieve, manipulate, interpret and generate various types of information in differing formats. May assist with programming and software updates related to these systems.
• Interprets laboratory test data and makes appropriate adjustments according to established process control parameters.
• Advises Operations Manager, and other City officials in matters relating to divisional activities; provides information to various civic, school, and public groups and individuals regarding water and wastewater services. Responds to public inquiries and complaints.
• Provides project management support in acquiring bids or RFPs, receiving quotes from vendors, answering questions, and coordinating the project. Makes recommendations regarding equipment purchases and requisition of supplies and materials needed for effective department operations.
• Prepares operations, maintenance and capital improvement budget recommendations and monitors expenditures for compliance within the approved budget.
• Performs all duties in conformance with appropriate safety and security standards and oversees the safety of assigned equipment operators by instructing individuals in proper safety procedures and monitoring work in progress.
• Maintains a variety of records relating to personnel, equipment, inspections, maintenance activity, water supply, consumption, system cleaning and etc.
• May be assigned Direct Responsible Charge (DRC) responsibilities for any of the following; Water Treatment system, Water Distribution system, Wastewater Treatment System and/or the Wastewater Collection system.
• Serves on various employee or other committees as assigned.
• Provides backup to operations positions as needed and must be willing to work outside of normal work schedule to correct or repair unforeseen (or emergency) issues or errors pertaining to the water and wastewater systems.
• The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. Post high school education in engineering, chemistry, water/wastewater technology, physical, biological, mathematics or operation management would be a plus.

Five (5) years of experience, with a minimum of two (2) years in possession of a Level III or higher wastewater treatment system certification Two (2) years’ experience with team lead or supervisory and budgetary duties.

Any satisfactory combination of experience, training or education which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and/or abilities necessary to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities may be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of, or the ability to obtain by time of hire, a valid state driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Level IV Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification (within 1 year of hire)

Ability to wear hazard appropriate personal protective equipment.

Ability to become trained and certified in:

• First Aid and CPR, Confined Space Entry, Loader and Forklift Operation.

Selected candidate will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical which includes drug screening, and successfully pass the City of Newberg Fit for Duty Testing; job related tests as may be required.

Must successfully pass a criminal history background check.

This position is considered a “First Responder” which may be considered essential personnel. This means that in the event City offices close due to inclement weather, etc., you are still required to report to work for your scheduled shift, as well as any overtime or extra hours required.

Consequential decision-making will always be in consultation with the most senior operator on site.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Broad knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of a class II or higher treatment plant, reservoir storage, booster pump stations, well field supply system, capital improvement project planning, design and construction.
• Broad knowledge of wastewater treatment and lift station systems, equipment operation and maintenance requirements.
• Working knowledge of current state and federal laws and regulations applicable to the position, including water quality standards, wastewater discharge regulations, industrial pretreatment program requirements, bio solids management requirements, recycled water regulations, labor and employment laws, and safety regulations
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot problems and develop solutions associated with water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Working knowledge of laboratory procedures used in water and wastewater analysis
• Knowledge of the chemical, biological and physical processes involved in water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions related to water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Working knowledge of fiscal management, including divisional budget preparation, expenditure control and record keeping.
• Skill to effectively supervise and motivate division staff to meet the City mission and department goals, including hiring of new employees, employee recognition and appreciation, completion of semi-annual performance previews, preparation/implementation of performance improvement plans, and dismissal of employees.
• Skill in preparing and presenting staff and compliance reports
• Skill in program and procedure development
• Ability to analyze and evaluate division operations and develop and implement plans to increase or improve division efficiency, develop goals and manage long range planning for the division.
• Advanced computer skills with proficiency in MS Office products (word, excel, outlook, etc.) and database software; Wonderware programming, SCADA systems, scheduling software, and work order/asset management systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with the public, members of outside agencies, and employees.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with City staff, other organizations and the general public.
• Ability to develop and oversee a divisional budget
• Ability to work safely and to wear task appropriate personal protective equipment
• Ability to work as a team member and to cultivate a team climate.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Operation of motor vehicles including trucks, crane truck, vactor truck, forklifts, wheel loaders and utility vehicles is required, as well as operation of small tools, pumps, power equipment, etc. The use of personal protective equipment appropriate to the hazard will be required. The position requires skill in the use of phone, personal computer and virtual desktop infrastructure environment (thin client computing), MS applications, including word processing, spreadsheet, scheduling, and other software, SCADA systems, Wonderware, network-connected copy machine with scanning, and other office equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to meet the needs of qualified individuals with limitations who can perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, negotiate stairways and ladders, communicate, reach and manipulate objects, tools or controls, and may be required to enter confined spaces.

This position requires mobility. Duties involve moving materials weighing up to twenty five (25) pounds on a regular basis such as files, books, office equipment, etc. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to seventy (70) pounds.

Activity and types of duties performed require manual dexterity, coordination and endurance. This position requires the ability to work in confined space areas and to wear the hazard appropriate personal protective equipment. Must also be able to observe, listen, feel, smell and communicate.

Specific vision abilities include close, distant, color, depth and ability to focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Work will be performed indoors and out in all possible weather conditions. This will include stairs, concrete, gravel, dirt, office buildings, industrial spaces, and near moving equipment.

This position may be exposed to biological and chemical hazards, dirt, oil, grease, grass, pollen, noise and electrical or mechanical hazards. Entry into confined spaces may be required. The use of personal protective equipment appropriate to the hazard will be required.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.