Wastewater Plant Superintendent: Lead Ops & Compliance

Careers In Government, Inc.; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

TMRS retirement plan

Paid time off

Education assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

The City of Waco is seeking an experienced Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent to oversee the operation, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of the City's wastewater facilities and lift stations. You will lead a large utility workforce, manage budgets, and drive capital improvements while ensuring safety and reliability.

You’ll work closely with City leadership, regulatory agencies, engineers, contractors, and staff to maintain system performance and respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Business or Public Administration, or a related field with 5 years of supervision in wastewater treatment.
• A combination of education and related experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• License requirements: Texas Driver’s License and Class A Wastewater license (TCEQ).

Responsibilities

• Directs operations, maintenance, and repair of Wastewater Treatment Plants and lift stations to ensure safe, reliable, compliant treatment and conveyance.
• Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, permits, and reporting; initiates corrective actions.
• Oversees staff development, training, licensing, and performance evaluation.
• Prepares technical reports, cost estimates, and supports regulatory requirements and city contracts.
• Oversees operating and capital budgets and manages CIP/major maintenance projects.
• Communicates with leadership, regulators, contractors, and the public about operations and compliance.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting & planning

Staff development

Education

Associate's Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

TCEQ Class A Wastewater License

Texas Driver's License

Job description

The City of Waco is seeking an experienced Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent to oversee the operation, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of the City's wastewater facilities and lift stations. You will lead a large utility workforce, manage budgets, and drive capital improvements while ensuring safety and reliability.

You’ll work closely with City leadership, regulatory agencies, engineers, contractors, and staff to maintain system performance and respond to emergencies.