Summary
Supervises and coordinates the work of employees engaged in the Wastewater Operations system.
Essential Functions
- Identify capital equipment needs and provide input on capital improvement programs. Coordinate all activities associated with assigned capital improvement projects.
- Plan, schedule and supervise the work of Wastewater Operations at both City of Lubbock Wastewater Treatment Plants.
- Prepare and administer operating budget for two cost centers.
- Interview, select, supervise, and train wastewater operations and recommend personnel actions such as apprentice step increases, merit increases, and disciplinary actions.
- Maintain the SCADA system computer database.
- Analyze wastewater operations activities, recommend improvements, and implement approved changes.
- Manage complex contracts and projects.
- Make recommendations, obtain, and maintain compliance with appropriate City, State, and Federal water quality requirements.
- Assist the Superintendent and perform a variety of highly responsible technical and administrative assignments. Prepare reports to regulatory agencies.
- Identify training needs in environmental laws and regulations.
- Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications
Completion of high school diploma or equivalent plus three to five years’ experience in the operation of a Wastewater Plant; including plant operations; supervisory experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following knowledge, and abilities:
Valid Texas Driver’s License
Physical Exam Required
Class “A” TCEQ Wastewater License is required
Class “B” TCEQ Wastewater License is acceptable with the ability to attain a Class “A” Wastewater License within 12 months of employment
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge Of
- Wastewater treatment process, preferred experience operating an Activated Sludge Plant, knowledge of an Advanced Nutrient Removal system and Membrane Bioreactor System;
- Principles and practices of wastewater treatment;
- Industrial safety practices;
- Knowledge of laboratory analysis and the ability to make operational changes from analysis
- Mechanical principles;
- SCADA computer control system.
Ability to:
- Plan and supervise the work of specialized groups in the wastewater system;
- Ability to assume Superintendents responsibilities during his or her absence;
- Ability to coordinate with other City of Lubbock Departments;
- Communicate effectively with others;
- Supervise the work of others;
- Prepare and administer budgets;
- Maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
Physical Requirements:
- Occasionally climb stairs, ladders, and inclined surfaces;
- Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds;
- Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
- Occasionally rotate upper trunk to the left or right while sitting or standing;
- Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle;
- Place arms above, at and below shoulder height
The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits click here.
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Do you possess three to five years’ experience in the operation of a Wastewater Plant, including plant operations?
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Do you possess supervisory experience?
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Do you have a Valid Current Driver's License?
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Do you have a Class “A” TCEQ Wastewater License, or do you have a Class “B” TCEQ Wastewater License with the ability to attain a Class “A” Wastewater License within 12 months of employment?
