Treatment Superintendent I

Johnson County Kansas; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson County Wastewater in Kansas seeks a Treatment Superintendent I to supervise staff, coordinate with supervisors, and ensure efficient operation and maintenance of the assigned wastewater plant.

The role focuses on leading process optimization, safety, and compliance with environmental regulations, while guiding staff and managing maintenance and operations data.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Nine years of experience in mechanical, maintenance, or relevant industrial work.
• One year leading, directing, supervising, or coordinating the work of others.
• Education may be substituted for experience.
• Associate’s degree in Environmental Sciences or related field (preferred).
• Three years of wastewater operations/maintenance experience (preferred).
• Class IV KWEA operator license (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Leads development of a High Performing Organization aligned with Pillars of Performance.
• Manages a small to medium wastewater plant ensuring regulatory compliance and optimal operations.
• Provides technical expertise to staff and maintains up-to-date knowledge of processes and technologies.
• Ensures CMMS and asset data are current and used in maintenance decisions.
• Oversees annual budgets for treatment facilities and ensures purchases comply with policies.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots plant operations and responds to emergencies with oversight.
• Coordinates with vendors and contractors to ensure work is completed on time and within budget.

Job description

Overview

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you’re searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

Job Description

Johnson County Wastewater is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Treatment Superintendent I. This position supervises staff and coordinates with other supervisors to ensure the operation and maintenance of their assigned wastewater treatment plant. This position works in a team based industrial environment with a mission of protecting the environment, serving our customers, and enhancing our communities.

The first review of candidates will be on Wednesday, November 18th, 2026. This role will remain open until filled.

Essential Duties:

• Leads the development of a High Performing Organization through active demonstration of the county’s Pillars of Performance, encouraging leadership and empowerment at all levels of the organization; dedicates QII activities for self and staff; actively mentors, coaches and collaborates with employees to enhance the county mission and vision keeping in mind the common goal of leaving our community better than we found it.
• Manages a small to medium size wastewater plant ensuring optimal operations; monitors and implements operational strategies in order to continuously meet National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System discharge regulations of treatment facilities; monitors treatment processes; ensures process control testing data is accurate and utilizes data gathered through plant operations, process control testing and environmental lab testing to determine optimal plant operations; evaluates treatment process and equipment status, directing staff on implementation of adjustments or rescheduling of repairs; coordinates equipment maintenance priorities; manages solids inventory; verifies information in operational database is accurate and analyzes data; summarizes plant operations using treatment process control data for monthly reports.
• Serves as a technical resource and provides technical expertise to plant staff, maintenance personnel and 1-2 assistant superintendents; maintains state-of-the-art knowledge of new and emerging processes, equipment, and technologies impacting operations and regulations; manages overall operations of assigned plant(s) while providing guidance to assistant superintendent(s) and seeking recommendations to ensure optimal plant operations; assists staff with training opportunities in mechanical, operational and technical fields; maintains a safe working environment and enforces safe work practices.
• Ensures Computerized Maintenance Management System and asset management data is current and correct and used to its full potential; evaluates equipment condition/status in equipment maintenance program and integrates data into equipment repair/replacement decisions; manages preventive maintenance program.
• Oversees the annual budget for each treatment facility within assigned area; confirms purchases are within County policies and procedures; ensures purchases required for process control are being completed in a timely manner to consistently meet discharge requirements; participates in budget preparation for improvements and capital purchasing.
• Understands and manages the diagnosis and troubleshooting of wastewater treatment plant operations; responds to calls for emergencies, assigning staff, and providing oversight; confirms equipment operation logs and records are accurate; produces reports that identify system problems or confirms proper operating conditions; ensures competency levels of mechanical skills; assesses quality of workmanship and provides feedback to staff to encourage improvement and development.
• Compiles information needed for reports and analyzes data to ensure optimal operations; works with vendors, contractors and other stakeholders responding to technical questions from the general public; answers complaints from the general public and ensures proper actions are taken; oversees contractors and vendors by ensuring work is complete, accurate, within budget, and meets regulatory requirements

Job Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Nine years (9) of experience in mechanical, maintenance, or relevant industrial or field based work required. Preference given to experience in a water or wastewater environment.
• One year leading, directing, supervising, or coordinating the work of others.
• Education may be substituted for experience.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in the following field(s) of study: Environmental Sciences or related field
• Three years (3) of experience in the operations and maintenance of a wastewater treatment or collection system.
• Class IV KWEA operator license

Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions:

• Exposure to extreme temperatures.
• Exposure to fumes and/or chemicals.
• Exposure to heights.
• Exposure to loud noises.
• Lifting (weight): 50 lbs
• On call/stand-by work required.
• Safety-sensitive job.
• Weather essential job
• Uniform Required.
• Exposure to raw sewage

All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.