Water Treatment Plant Operations Manager

Salt Lake City Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 91,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Salt Lake City Corporation is seeking a Water Treatment Plant Facility Manager to oversee operations, facilities, and maintenance at the Water Treatment Plant in Salt Lake City, UT. The role reports to the Water Treatment Systems Manager and ensures drinking water meets federal, state, and city standards.

The ideal candidate will bring SCADA experience, leadership, and budget participation for capital improvements, while coordinating with engineering and SCADA staff across departments.

Qualifications

• Two years college or university credit in environmental technologies, water management, hydraulics, microbiology, engineering, chemistry, or related water treatment field.
• Four years related work in water production. Work experience and education may be substituted on a year to year basis.
• Demonstrated ability to operate and understand computerized plant process control systems (SCADA).
• Mechanical aptitude and skills in the use and maintenance of heavy equipment, power tools, and hand tools.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Water Treatment Plant (WTP) under the Water Treatment Systems Manager.
• Coordinate scheduling of personnel and ensure water quality meets regulations.
• Manage maintenance and repairs of plant equipment, buildings, and grounds.
• Participate in plant upgrades, budgets, and safety training; respond to emergencies and after-hours calls.

Skills

SCADA

Mechanical aptitude

Driver's license

Education

Two years college credits in environmental technologies

Grade 4 Utah Water Systems Operator Certification

Job description

Salt Lake City Corporation is seeking a Water Treatment Plant Facility Manager to oversee operations, facilities, and maintenance at the Water Treatment Plant in Salt Lake City, UT. The role reports to the Water Treatment Systems Manager and ensures drinking water meets federal, state, and city standards.

The ideal candidate will bring SCADA experience, leadership, and budget participation for capital improvements, while coordinating with engineering and SCADA staff across departments.