Technical Director

Inframark; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Inframark is seeking a Technical Director – Drinking Water Treatment to oversee the operation and regulatory compliance of a diverse portfolio of drinking water facilities across the United States. The role is location independent with substantial travel, and ideal candidates will lead efforts to optimize process control and ensure regulatory adherence.

The candidate will bring a strong background in water treatment, 10+ years in relevant roles, and proven ability to collaborate with regulators,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field is required.
• 10+ years in water treatment operations or regulatory roles.
• Strong knowledge of SDWA and industry standards.
• Experience in project or initiative management (planning, budgeting, execution).
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on operation of water treatment plants, troubleshooting, process control and compliance.
• Collaborate with facility staff, regulators and leadership to align with performance goals and regulatory requirements.
• Support QA programs to ensure high standards of service and regulatory compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement to increase efficiency and effectiveness of O&M activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Team collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Job description

Technical Director – Drinking Water Treatment

Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled, experienced Technical Director to join our Operations and Maintenance Services team supporting a diverse array of treatment facilities across the US. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in water treatment, with a proven track record of providing operational and regulatory compliance expertise to drinking water treatment facilities. This role is critical to helping to ensure the stability, efficiency, and compliance of water treatment systems under our care. The position is location independent with an average expectation of 50% travel (typically 8-10 nights/month). Ideal location is Central or Mountain time zones. Close to a major airport is a plus for reduced travel time.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Technical Expertise: Provide expert guidance across our portfolio of facilities on the operation of water treatment plants, including troubleshooting, process control and optimization, and regulatory compliance.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with facility-based operational staff, regulatory agencies, company leadership and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with plant performance goals and regulatory requirements.
• Quality Assurance: Support the company’s QA programs to ensure the highest standards of service delivery and compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Innovation and Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of operations and maintenance activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in a STEM related field required. Course work in data science/statistical methods is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in water treatment operations, treatment process troubleshooting and/or regulatory roles. Plant supervisory experience and/or operational licensure is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of SDWA requirements and industry standards for water treatment facility performance.
• Experience in project or initiative management, including planning, execution, budgeting or costing, and stakeholder management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.