Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager

Employment Solutions of New York, Inc.; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Employment Solutions of New York, Inc. seeks an experienced Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager to lead the operation of its wastewater facility in Wallingford, CT.

The role oversees plant performance, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement while serving as the Chief Operator. The ideal candidate will manage 24/7 operations, lead a team, and drive environmental initiatives, reporting to the site leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental, Chemical, or Civil Engineering, or related fields.
• 5+ years in wastewater treatment or environmental operations.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of EPA and state environmental regulations.
• Ability to obtain Connecticut Wastewater Operator Level 4 within two years.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Chief Operator and make operational decisions to ensure compliance and performance.
• Ensure 24/7 coverage by managing staffing and support as needed.
• Conduct root cause investigations and resolve environmental and safety concerns.
• Prepare and submit required regulatory reports accurately and on time.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, permits, and site activities.
• Drive efficiency, sustainability, and cost-reduction initiatives.

Skills

EPA knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Data analysis

Education

Environmental/Chemical/Civil Engineering

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager to lead the operation of its wastewater treatment facility in Wallingford, CT. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and fully compliant plant operations while serving as the site's Chief Operator. The successful candidate will oversee plant performance, regulatory compliance, team leadership, environmental initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the site's Chief Operator, making operational decisions to maintain regulatory compliance and optimal plant performance.
• Ensure 24/7 operational coverage by managing staffing schedules and providing support as needed.
• Conduct root cause investigations and drive resolution of operational, environmental, and safety concerns.
• Prepare, review, and submit required regulatory reports and documentation accurately and on time.
• Act as the primary contact for state and federal environmental regulatory agencies.
• Support environmental, remediation, maintenance, and process improvement projects.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, permits, and site activities related to wastewater operations.
• Drive initiatives focused on efficiency, sustainability, compliance, and cost reduction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in wastewater treatment, industrial water treatment, environmental operations, or a manufacturing environment.
• Previous supervisory, management, or team leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of EPA, state environmental regulations, wastewater treatment processes, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Ability to obtain Connecticut Wastewater Operator Level 4 Certification within two years.
• Experience with regulatory reporting, data analysis, and environmental documentation.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage plant operations, and maintain compliance in a regulated industrial environment.