Wastewater Plant Manager: Operations & Training

Jimmy Jazz; Florida; On-site; USD 86,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

New Smyrna Beach Utilities (NSBU) is seeking an experienced supervisor for the Water Reclamation Plant, overseeing operations, training, and adherence to permit requirements.

The role manages operators, develops policies, ensures safety, and coordinates budgets. A high school diploma is required, a 5+ years in industry and supervision, and Florida licenses are mandatory.

Reporting to Water Resources Director, this position participates in emergency management and serves as a plant tour host.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required. Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Microbiology, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years industry experience and 5+ years supervisory experience required.
• Florida Driver’s License Class E required. Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class A Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, plans, organizes and directs the uninterrupted flow and proper operation of the Water Reclamation Plant, including all phases of the treatment process and all remote facilities, within permit parameters satisfying regulatory agencies.
• Operational & Administrative Management of Wastewater Plant Operators. Conducts an in-plant training program for operators. Schedules, tracks and supervises Wastewater Plant Operator shifts and submits payroll compensation in payroll management software.
• Developing and implementation of treatment plant policies and procedures, including maintenance and safety matters. Ensures all policies and procedures are enforced, updated and created, as needed.
• Conducts fair and honest performance appraisals, identifies and manages employee development needs, and establishes and maintains a positive and productive working environment.
• Responsible for understanding and following Collective Bargaining Agreement, including making any necessary or required discipline actions.
• Reviews operation data of the Water Reclamation Plant and uses this information to control the treatment process, prepare reports and, if required, make process modifications.
• Files all reports required for compliance, including state, county, and federal agencies. This also includes any reports required for NSBU Management.
• Supervises Wastewater Operators in sampling for and reporting the results of chemical, biological, and bacteriological analyses; calibrates process equipment.
• Prepare, monitor and execute O&M and capital budgets, utilize asset management tools and develop & implement initiatives supporting improvements to the treatment process. Maintains the inventory of treatment chemicals; reports any plant equipment in need of maintenance or repairs.
• Serves as a plant tour guide for students and other visitors. Investigates and responds to complaints from the public.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Training

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Microbiology, or related field

Job description

New Smyrna Beach Utilities (NSBU) is seeking an experienced supervisor for the Water Reclamation Plant, overseeing operations, training, and adherence to permit requirements.

The role manages operators, develops policies, ensures safety, and coordinates budgets. A high school diploma is required, a 5+ years in industry and supervision, and Florida licenses are mandatory.

Reporting to Water Resources Director, this position participates in emergency management and serves as a plant tour host.