Position Summary

Bass Environmental is seeking a qualified Plant Supervisor – Wastewater Treatment to grow the team and oversee daily operations of wastewater treatment and environmental processing activities. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three (3) years of HAZWOPER experience and at least two (2) years of leadership experience in a waste processing plant or related industry.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Supervision

Supervise daily wastewater treatment plant and waste processing operations, including treatment systems, chemical handling, sludge processing, and discharge activities
Provide direct leadership to plant operators and technicians, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient work execution
Schedule staff, assign work, and monitor performance to meet operational and regulatory requirements
Maintain staff education/qualification compliance
Coordinate equipment maintenance, lockout/tagout activities, and plant shutdowns

OSHA & HAZWOPER Compliance (Audit-Ready Focus)

Enforce compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910, including:
1910.120 (HAZWOPER)
1910.147 (Lockout/Tagout)
1910.134 (Respiratory Protection)
PPE, hazard communication, and confined space standards
Implement and maintain site-specific Health & Safety Plans (HASP)
Verify all employees maintain current 40-hour HAZWOPER training and required annual refreshers
Conduct and document:
Daily safety meetings and tailgate briefings
Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs)
Routine safety inspections and corrective actions
Maintain accurate OSHA compliance records, including training logs, incident reports, and corrective actions
Act as a key facility representative during OSHA, EPA, and state regulatory audits or inspections

Environmental & Wastewater Compliance

Ensure compliance with wastewater permits (e.g., NPDES or pretreatment permits)
Oversee wastewater sampling, monitoring, and reporting activities
Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes
Review waste profiles, manifests, and shipping documentation for regulatory compliance

Emergency Response & Incident Management

Lead emergency response activities related to chemical spills, releases, wastewater system upsets, or safety incidents
Ensure emergency equipment, spill response supplies, and eyewash/showers are inspected and functional
Investigate incidents and near-misses and implement corrective and preventive actions

Required Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of HAZWOPER experience in wastewater treatment, waste processing, environmental services, or industrial operations
Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a waste processing plant or related industry (e.g., wastewater treatment, hazardous waste, industrial environmental services)
Current 40-hour HAZWOPER certification with documented annual refreshers
Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations
Ability to maintain a facility in constant OSHA audit readiness
Proficiency in documentation, reporting, and basic computer applications
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Physical & Work Requirements

Ability to wear required PPE, including respirators (medical clearance and fit testing required)
Ability to work in industrial, outdoor, and confined-space environments
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Willingness to work extended hours or weekends during emergencies or plant upsets

Preferred Qualifications

Wastewater treatment certifications or state operator licenses
Confined Space Entry Supervisor training
First Aid / CPR / AED certification
Experience supporting or leading OSHA or EPA inspections

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Bass Environmental is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a safe, compliant, and respectful workplace.

Pay: From $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Are you at least 21 years of age?
Do you have Hazwopper experience?

Experience:

Warehouse Supervisory: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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