Water Plant Supervisor

The City of Marquette is accepting applications for a Water Plant Supervisor. This position requires knowledge of water treatment operation & Maintenance, and state and federal drinking water regulations.  A minimum of three years of experience in a water treatment facility. An EGLEF "F1" certificate within 1 year of hire. The salary for this position is $82,908.88/yr. with an excellent benefit package.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.                   

POSITION TITLE:    Supervisor, Water Treatment Plant

REPORTS TO:      Director of Municipal 
Utilities EFFECTIVE DATE:   July 1, 2026
JOB CLASS CODE:   Non-Exempt / Supervisor’s Bargaining Unit

JOB SUMMARY:
This position carries with it the responsibilities of the drinking water supply for the City of 
Marquette and Marquette Township and the implications of not maintaining a safe and adequate supply 
of that water. To best meet this goal the Supervisor may work in a swing shift rotation to keep 
aware of what may be going on during other shifts, and to keep those he supervises up to date on 
what happens during other shifts, and with other related departments. Works under the supervision 
of the Director of Municipal Utilities.

Maintains direct supervisory responsibility for Water Treatment Plant Operators, and any 
temporarily assigned Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following:
•  Supervise the operation and maintenance of the Water Plant and all related equipment
•  Schedule the work of a crew and provide assistance as needed. Conduct and oversee a variety of 
laboratory tests and interpret results.
•  Enforce safe work practices established by the City, State and Federal Regulatory 
Agencies
•  Monitor water quality and take necessary action to assure compliance with State and Federal 
regulations.
•  Handle personnel activities in accordance with pertinent contract provisions and good 
supervisory practices.
•  Maintain operating records and prepare reports on plant operation as required by regulatory 
agencies.
•  Direct the maintenance program for all plant equipment.
•  Maintain supply of water treatment chemicals, laboratory supplies, and spare parts 
inventory.
•  Assist in training Water Plant staff with various aspects of plant operations and 
maintenance.
•  May be called upon to conduct facility tours and presentations, and perform limited public 
relations as necessary.
•  Control costs through good operational and maintenance practices.
•  Maintain MSDS log and Right-to-Know Program.

Coordinate operation/maintenance activities with outside contractors and aid the Director in monitoring their performance.
• Ensure proper laboratory standards to maintain laboratory certification.
• Monitor status of Water Plant Operators’ certifications.
• Assist in the development of safety programs and policies.
• Assure that the required chemical and bacteriological monitoring is being done according to schedules established by the regulatory agencies.
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
• Knowledge of water treatment operations and maintenance.
• Knowledge of state and federal drinking water regulations,
• Possess skills in planning, organizing and directing workforce.
• Required knowledge includes high school education and minimum of three years’ experience in Water Treatment Facility.
• An EGLE F-1 certification is required within one year.
• Self-motivated.
• Computer and maintenance skills required. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and other City software used in the Department.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Lifting 50 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Frequent sitting, standing and walking.
• Must be capable of using hand(s) for repetitive single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling and operating controls
• Frequent bending and squatting.
• Occasional twisting, climbing, reaching and grappling.
• Ability to communicate orally in a clear manner.
• Ability to distinguish sounds at various frequencies and volumes.
• Ability to distinguish people or objects at varies distances under a variety of light conditions.
• Ability to withstand temperature and noise changes in the work environment
This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated on this description.

Salary : $82,909