Team Leader-Wastewater

Great Lakes Water Authority; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Team Leader for their Water Resource Recovery Facility. This pivotal role involves supervising and coordinating teams, managing work projects, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in management and operational practices, along with a commitment to environmental stewardship. Join a dedicated team that values collaboration and innovation, contributing to the mission of providing high-quality water services to the community. Embrace the opportunity to lead and make a significant impact in the utility sector.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Savings Plan

Team Member Discounts

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and plan work assignments for the Wastewater Operations Group.
• Supervise staff and manage annual budget items.
• Prepare reports and maintain Standard Operating Procedures.

Skills

Project Management

Employee Supervision

Budget Management

Record Keeping

Safe Work Practices

Education

Associate Degree in Engineering

Management Experience

Supervisory Experience

Job description

time left to apply End Date: June 30, 2025 (30+ days left to apply)

job requisition id R25_0000000063

Compensation

$40.84 - $56.79

Compensation

$40.84 - $56.79

(Based on Experience)

Summary

We are looking for a Team Leader at our Water Resource Recovery Facility. This role is primarily responsible for supervising, coordinating, planning, guiding, directing, organizing crews, and training staff work assignments in the Wastewater Operations Group or functional unit. Manage work on projects while assigning and prioritizing tasks.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate and plan the work assignments (i.e. manage projects, organize crews)
• Manage annual organization budget items as assigned
• Responsible for record keeping and preparing necessary reports that includes logs and computer files.
• Attend meetings
• Maintain Standard Operating Procedures
• Prepare performance evaluations of assigned team
• Supervise all staff within facility or functional unit
• Perform shift work which includes all day, afternoon, night, weekend, and holiday assignments.
• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including selection, work planning, organization, performance review and evaluation, employee development, and employee training and discipline
• Project management principles and practices
• Operating procedures
• Safe work practices

Required Education and Experience

• Associate degree in related operational or functional field, such as Engineering, Chemistry, Accounting, or Human Resources from an accredited college or university; or a combination of related work experience and education
• Management and operational experience gained through progressively more responsible positions in the utility industry
• A minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience
• License or Certification in related operational or functional field.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• License or Certification in related operational or functional field

Other Requirements:

Valid Driver’s License

Ability to work irregular hours, to commute to GLWA facilities and work sites, and respond to after hour emergencies and on-call responses.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment. This includes health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and team member discount programs. Retirement and Retirement Health Savings are effective the first day of employment. Click HERE for more information.

Note: Part-Time employment is not eligible for health benefits, however, is eligible to participate in the 457 Retirement Plan.

GLWA is an equal opportunity employer.

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