Wastewater Plant Operations Leader

City of Northampton; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 107,453,000 - 140,515,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits per union

Job summary

City of Northampton seeks a Chief Operator for the Waste Water Treatment Plant to supervise daily operations, balance lab and maintenance tasks, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role includes budget input, staff training, safety enforcement, and coordination with pump and flood-control facilities.

Qualifications include an Associate's Degree in engineering or environmental science, 3–5 years in municipal wastewater with supervisory experience, and a Massachusetts Grade 6C license plus valid

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in engineering, environmental science or related field.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred; municipal wastewater knowledge is a plus.
• Three to five years of experience in municipal wastewater operations with supervisory exposure.
• Massachusetts Grade 6C Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license and valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations, laboratory and maintenance functions of the wastewater plant and coordinate corrective actions.
• Prepare reports, review lab results, assist in annual budgets and recommend plant improvements.
• Supervise crew, train staff, and enforce safety regulations; discipline as needed.
• Order supplies and maintain inventory of chemicals, tools, and parts.
• Oversee plant and pumping station operations; monitor alarms and adjust as necessary.
• Perform lab tests and monitor influent/effluent samples as required by regulations.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Computer skills

Supervisory skills

Microsoft Office

Blueprint reading

GIS proficiency

Education

Associate's Degree in engineering or environmental science

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

City of Northampton seeks a Chief Operator for the Waste Water Treatment Plant to supervise daily operations, balance lab and maintenance tasks, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role includes budget input, staff training, safety enforcement, and coordination with pump and flood-control facilities.

Qualifications include an Associate's Degree in engineering or environmental science, 3–5 years in municipal wastewater with supervisory experience, and a Massachusetts Grade 6C license plus valid