Treatment Superintendent I

Johnson County Government; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Johnson County Wastewater is seeking a Treatment Superintendent I to supervise staff and coordinate with other supervisors for the operation and maintenance of their wastewater treatment plant. This role works in a team-based environment focused on protecting the environment and delivering reliable service to the community.

The position requires strong leadership, hands-on knowledge of CMMS and asset management, and the ability to manage budgets and respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; experience in mechanical/maintenance work preferred.
• 9 years of mechanical/maintenance or related work; water/wastewater background preferred.
• 1 year of leading or coordinating staff; education may substitute experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead wastewater plant operations and coordinate with staff to meet regulations.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and safety leadership for staff.
• Manage CMMS data, asset management, and preventive maintenance program.
• Oversee budgeting, purchasing, and regulatory compliance for facilities.
• Respond to emergencies, supervise staff, and ensure accurate reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Operations

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Environmental Sciences

Tools

CMMS

Asset management data

Data analysis

Job description

Treatment Superintendent I

Location: US-KS-Shawnee

ID: 2026-4244

Category: Infrastructure and Transportation

Benefits Category: Full Time - Regular (Full Benefits)

Remote: No

Salary Min: USD $38.39/Hr.

Salary Max: USD $57.58/Hr.

Organizational Unit: Wastewater

Work Schedule: 7am-3:30pm

Driving Status: Intermediate (5%-25%)

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.