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