Treatment Operations Superintendent - Water

Augusta Water; Verona (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Augusta Water seeks a Treatment Operations Superintendent for the Middle River Regional Facility in Verona, VA. The role leads plant operations, ensuring safe drinking water, and compliance with EMS and regulatory standards.

The candidate will oversee treatment processes, coordinate with regulatory bodies, and manage projects and teams to improve facility performance and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; two years of college training in engineering, biology, chemistry, or related field.
• Virginia Class 3 Water license required upon hire; must obtain within 24 months.
• Five years of supervisory experience at a Water Treatment Plant are required.
• Five years of experience in project management of water and/or wastewater facilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise water plant functions through policies, procedures, and EMS to safely operate and disinfect drinking water per regulatory requirements.
• Collect, treat, and dispose of waterborne waste in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication

Math basics

Hydraulics

Electrical knowledge

Hand tools

Driving

Regulations knowledge

Hazardous Materials

Driver's license

Multitasking

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework in engineering/biology/chemistry

Virginia Class 3 Water license (license required upon hire)

Job description

Treatment Operations Superintendent - Water

Treatment Operations Superintendent - Water

Augusta Water Middle River Regional Facility, Verona VA

Posting Date:

August 26, 2026

Responsibilities:

To supervise water plant functions through the implementation of policies and procedures and EMS System to efficiently operate the water plants and equipment used to treat and disinfect drinking water supplies safely and in accordance with regulatory requirements. Collect, treat, and dispose of waterborne waste, safely and in accordance with regulatory requirements. (Click the Job Description link for full details.)

Qualifications:

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and prefer two (2) years of college training in engineering, biology, chemistry, or a related field. Class 3 Wastewater or Class 3 Water license as issued through the Virginia Board of Certification of Water and Wastewater Works Operators is required upon hire. Must obtain the deficient license within 24 months of hire. Five (5) years of supervisory experience at a Water Treatment Plant is required. Five (5) years of experience in the project management of water and/or wastewater facilities is preferred.

Required Skills:

Ability to communicate, both verbally and written, read in English to understand directions, procedures, and communicate with others. Must have an understanding of basic mathematics, basic liquid hydraulics, multiple pressure zones, mechanical and electrical knowledge, use general hand tools, and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Must have knowledge of regulations issued by, including but not limited to, the Augusta County Code, the Environmental Protection Agency, Virginia Health Department, Occupational Safety and Health Act, Virginia Department of Transportation, that pertain to public water and wastewater treatment facilities. Must possess knowledge of Hazardous Materials and Hazardous Materials Communications regulations. Must possess a valid Virginia Driver’s License. Ability to perform several tasks at the same time. Must exhibit a positive attitude to effectively deal with the public, agency officials, co-workers, and have the ability to supervise and manage teams.

Desired Starting Salary:

$

Augusta Water, formerly the Augusta County Service Authority, was established in March 1966 to centralize water and sewer services in Augusta County, Virginia.