Wastewater Operations Supervisor - Vancouver, WA

Jacobs; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Paid holidays

PPTO (paid personal time off)

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs in Vancouver, WA seeks a Wastewater Operations Supervisor to lead plant operations, supervise staff, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role focuses on safe, efficient, and reliable treatment plant performance, with active participation in asset management and continuous improvement initiatives.

The position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to safety, with opportunities to develop and grow within a trusted infrastructure services provider.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of wastewater treatment operations experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Washington State Operator IV certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience with asset management systems and CMMS.
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, mechanical/electrical systems, and safety practices.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook; valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local wastewater regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise wastewater treatment plant operations staff and plan/schedule work activities.
• Act as Operator in Charge when required and ensure regulatory permits compliance.
• Respond to upsets, emergencies, and on-call situations; provide training and mentorship.
• Diagnose equipment failures, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with team on asset management, work orders, and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Regulatory compliance

Root cause analysis

Communication

Education

WA State Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator IV Certification

Tools

CMMS

Asset management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we don’t settle – always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as well look intothe future with great optimism and focus. We don’t settle until we give our best and know that we’re making a difference.

As a Wastewater Operations Supervisor, based in Vancouver, WA, you will be responsible for supervising staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing internal and external compliance programs, and delivering safe, efficient, and reliable wastewater treatment plant performance. The Supervisor plays a critical role in preventive and continuous plant operation and encourages facility operational improvement plans, while meeting contractual and performance standards.

Bring your leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise—and we’ll support your growth while delivering essential infrastructure services together.

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Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations

• Supervise wastewater treatment plant operations staff
• Plan, schedule, assign, and review work activities for operations staff
• Act as Operator in Charge (OIC) “Responsible Operator” as required
• Ensure NPDES compliance along with other federal, state, and local regulatory permits and requirements
• Respond to operational upsets, emergencies, and on-call situations
• Provide on-the-job training, mentorship, and performance feedback
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture and safe work practices

Maintenance & Technical Responsibilities

• Support as required or necessary planned, scheduled, facility maintenance activities performed by our internal maintenance team or contractors on mechanical, electrical, and power generation systems
• Diagnose process equipment failures, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, specifications, and mechanical illustrations
• Review equipment specifications and drawings for facility improvements, repairs, and replacements
• Support new equipment installations, process updates and projects
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements

Asset Management & Administration

• Coordinate with internal team members to support the facility asset management program and CMMS platform
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of operations staff work orders, and documentation
• Assist the Project Manager with budgeting, forecasting, and estimating costs and project timelines
• Prepare and submit reports, proposals, and operational performance metrics
• Maintain a weekly operational meeting with the client
• Ensure contractual standards and deliverables are being met

Here’s what you’ll need

• High school diploma or GED (technical training or associate degree preferred)
• Minimum 10 years of wastewater treatment operations experience, including supervisory or lead responsibilities
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience
• Washington State Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator IV Certification (or ability to obtain one within 6 months)
• Experience with asset management systems and CMMS
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, mechanical and electrical systems, and safety practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and computerized maintenance systems
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local wastewater regulations

Ideally, You'll Also Have

• 10+ years of experience operating wastewater treatment facilities and associated mechanical systems such as engines, pumps, generators, motors, vehicles, and wastewater process equipment
• 5 years of experience supervising and leading personnel, training, and workforce development

Working Conditions

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $86,600.00 to $119,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on May 18, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.