Water Production Supervisor — Lead Operations & Innovation

Mesa Water District; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flex credits $2,400/mo

CalPERS retirement

457b matching up to 3.5%

Education reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Mesa Water District in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Water Operations Supervisor in Production to oversee two Senior Operators and two Operator I/II, guiding maintenance, inspection, operation, and repair of water production facilities.

The role emphasizes safety, data-driven decisions, and continuous improvement, with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development within a forward-thinking utility.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a high school diploma with technical training in water utility practices.
• Experience in water production facilities and electrical systems is preferred.
• Ability to supervise staff and manage safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation, maintenance, and repair of water production facilities.
• Supervise senior operators and operator staff; assign daily tasks.
• Coordinate emergency distribution or production system maintenance.
• Plan budgets, monitor expenditures, and track resources.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Water treatment knowledge

SCADA system understanding

Leadership & supervision

Safety compliance

Data-driven decision making

Troubleshooting

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma + vocational/technical training

Associate degree desirable

Tools

SCADA system

CMMS

Job description

Mesa Water District in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Water Operations Supervisor in Production to oversee two Senior Operators and two Operator I/II, guiding maintenance, inspection, operation, and repair of water production facilities.

The role emphasizes safety, data-driven decisions, and continuous improvement, with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development within a forward-thinking utility.