Shift Supervisor

Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor

Supervises the efficient and safe operation of a wastewater treatment plant during an operating shift. Provides technical guidance to staff and management on operational procedures and problems. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations.

Oversees the monitoring of plant equipment operation and treatment processes. Identifies malfunctions and potential process upsets. Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

Assists in directing and supervising the use of resources (materials, equipment and people) to meet operation and maintenance objectives and to achieve compliance with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit requirements. Assists in directing actions in emergency situations. Ensures that shift personnel are scheduled for adequate coverage of operation and maintenance.

Assists in the establishment of operating guidelines for unit processes to achieve compliance with NPDES Permit requirements. Defines the duties and responsibilities of operations personnel and develops operating record forms.

Reviews logs, evaluates operating and laboratory data and observes wastewater processes to identify possible problems and ensures proper operation of processes and work performance. Recommends process adjustments within established operational guidelines.

Plans a logical schedule for work. Makes operational and maintenance decisions in conjunction with other management personnel, on own initiative when necessary and after thorough evaluation.

Communicates with staff and leadership regarding plant conditions. Informs and enforces organizational policies and procedures through various communication methods. Updates management as necessary.

Provides inspection of work in progress to ensure satisfactory completion. Assists in checking and approving personnel time reporting. Assists in evaluating personnel performance. Initiates incident and accident reports. Participates in grievance and disciplinary hearings. Emphasizes the importance of reaching a work objective by encouraging cooperation among employees. Manages continuous change.

Conducts detailed equipment and unit process training for operations personnel. Provides guidance for employee development.

Coordinates the collection and retrieval of plant process samples. Receives and reviews laboratory and operating data. Utilizes various software applications for information storage and retrieval. Performs basic water quality analyses in the field to facilitate process and chemical feed adjustments.

Checks and maintains records on plant safety equipment. Enforces guidelines for safe work practices.

Supports Engineers and Contractors on equipment and unit process modifications and start-ups.

Recommends purchases of tools, material, supplies and parts. Coordinates the inventory levels of stock items with the storeroom.

Shift Supervisors who possess a valid Ohio EPA Class III Wastewater Operator certificate may fill in for Shift Managers when necessary. Supervises operating personnel and when necessary, maintenance personnel.

Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education: Candidate must possess a high school diploma, GED or state recognized equivalent. An associate degree in engineering, engineering technology, business or a natural science is preferred.

Experience: Candidate must possess five (5) years of wastewater experience. Two (2) years of experience supervising and/or managing people, processes and/or projects is preferred.

Other Requirements

Licensure and Certifications: Candidate must possess a valid Ohio EPA Class II or higher Wastewater Operator certification prior to the effective start date. If the candidate only possesses a Class II on the effective start date, they will be required to obtain an Ohio EPA Class III Wastewater Operator certification within thirty-six (36) months from the effective start date. Candidate must possess a valid driver's license with a driving record in accordance with the Sewer District's acceptable guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Candidate must possess knowledge of theories, principles and practices of wastewater treatment; design, construction and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant; and knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Candidate must possess effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Candidate must possess the ability to effectively plan, coordinate, establish and prioritize workloads based on available resources. Must possess strong organizational skills and decision-making abilities. Must be able to successfully perform general math calculations and have strong calculation skills. Candidate must possess the ability to manage projects, meet deadlines and tackle emergencies and difficult situations. Must possess negotiation and conflict resolution skills to address issues and opportunities for improvement. Candidate must possess the ability to analyze and make skilled judgments relative to indicators of normal or abnormal conditions and to use sound judgment, provide direction and make effective decisions involving people, processes and data.

Physical and Mental Requirements: During the course of performing the essential functions of this position, the employee must be able to analyze, communicate, comprehend, coordinate, make decisions, possess general intelligence, interact, interpret, negotiate, possess numerical intelligence, organize, problem solve, have resilience and perform tasks. Physical work will need to be performed, such as balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, driving, feeling, kneeling/squatting, reaching, sitting, standing, talking, typing and walking. Repetitive movements will need to be performed such as simple grasping, power grasping and fine manipulation with both hands. Ability to push, pull and lift from floor to waist, waist to shoulder and floor to shoulder up to 60 lbs. on an occasional basis may be necessary. Position will require visual demands of accommodation, color vision, depth perception, far acuity and near acuity. Ability to withstand extremely loud noise exposure for fifteen minutes or longer on a frequent basis is required. Exposure to environmental conditions such as respiratory hazards, extreme cold/heat (non-weather related), outdoor work, vibrations, wet/humid conditions and work around large machinery is encountered in this position.

Pay Range: USD, Commensurate with Experience $72,701 - $90,875

Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District 2021