Senior Wastewater Operations Leader (24/7 On-Call)

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority; Chelsea (MA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) in Chelsea, MA is seeking a Senior Operations Manager for the Wastewater Operations Center. You will oversee 24-hour wastewater facility operations, coordinate with engineering and maintenance teams, and ensure readiness during wet weather events while guiding staff and processes for compliant treatment and flow control.

The role requires a civil/environmental engineering background, leadership experience in a union environment, and strong knowledge

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversees 24-hour wastewater facility operations under OCC.
• Ensures staffing and readiness during wet weather events; develops staffing plans.
• Coordinates with Operations Engineering on pumping stations, CSO and headworks for optimal flow and treatment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

SCADA knowledge

Maximo

Team coordination

Union environment experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering

Massachusetts Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's license

Massachusetts Grade IV Wastewater Collection Systems Operator Certification

Massachusetts Class D Operator's license

Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) preferred

Tools

Maximo maintenance software

SCADA systems

Job description

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) in Chelsea, MA is seeking a Senior Operations Manager for the Wastewater Operations Center. You will oversee 24-hour wastewater facility operations, coordinate with engineering and maintenance teams, and ensure readiness during wet weather events while guiding staff and processes for compliant treatment and flow control.

The role requires a civil/environmental engineering background, leadership experience in a union environment, and strong knowledge