What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Treatment Plant Operator position at City of Pittsfield?
JOB TITLE: CHIEF TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC
UTILITIES-WASTEWATER DIVISION EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FULL-TIME/NON-EXEMPT
UNION/NON-UNION:SUPERVISORY & PROFESSIONAL UNION The Chief Treatment
Plant Operator is responsible for assisting the Superintendent with the
overall operation, supervision, and management of the wastewater
treatment facility. This position ensures compliance with all federal,
state, and local regulations, oversees staff, and manages the
maintenance and operation of the plant to ensure the efficient and safe
treatment of wastewater. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity
employer committed to promoting a multicultural work force, excellence
in public service, and on-going mutual respect in our working
relationships. We strongly encourage people of color, people with
disabilities, LGBTQ individuals, bilingualists, and people from other
underrepresented groups to apply for our open positions - recognizing
and respecting that diverse perspectives and experiences are valuable to
our team and essential to our public service. RESPONSIBILITIES -
Oversees daily operations of the wastewater treatment plant, including
the management of treatment processes, chemical usage, and sludge
disposal. - Ensures the facility complies with all environmental
regulations, permits, and safety standards; Prepares and submits
required reports to regulatory agencies. - Distributes work assignments
to division staff. - Operates and adjusts treatment related machinery. -
Makes routine laboratory tests at various stages of treatment in
accordance with standard procedures, and directs changes in treatment
chemicals and equipment as required to maintain treatment performance
within established limits. - Ensures compliance and conforms to accepted
trade regulations and makes routine tests at various stages of
treatment. - Performs grounds maintenance, waste stream sampling,
operating of valves and gates to adjust flow and adjust recording
instruments. - Performs the inventory and the ordering of chemicals as
directed, and orders supplies and equipment. - Maintains accurate
records of plant operations, including daily logs, maintenance records,
and regulatory reports; Provides regular updates to the
Superintendent. - Performs all other duties as assigned or required.
QUALIFICATIONS - High school diploma or equivalent - Valid driver\'s
license - Valid Grade 7 Mass Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator\'s
Certificate required - Three (3) - Five (5) years\' relevant experience
involving operation of complex wastewater treatment procedures; previous
Experience Supervising Staff Preferred. - Must Be Familiar With
wastewater treatment processes including but not limited to: primary &
secondary clarification, trickling filter operation, nitrifications,
anaerobic digestion, chlorination, phosphorus removal, sludge
de-watering and NPDES permit requirements. - Familiarity with SCADA
systems and other plant management software. - Strong competency in
mathematics and familiarity with routine calculations used in wastewater
treatment and process control - Requires strong communication skills to
work effectively with a diverse population; Must be able to interact
with people on an upbeat and friendly basis, regardless of
circumstances - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel,
and Outlook. HOURS 6:30am-3:00pm, Monday - Friday 40 hours a week SALARY
Starting rate \$27.84 - \$29.53 an hour Annual increases up to \$40.88
an hour APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, May 26, 2026 @ 4:00PM
UTILITIES-WASTEWATER DIVISION EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FULL-TIME/NON-EXEMPT
UNION/NON-UNION:SUPERVISORY & PROFESSIONAL UNION The Chief Treatment
Plant Operator is responsible for assisting the Superintendent with the
overall operation, supervision, and management of the wastewater
treatment facility. This position ensures compliance with all federal,
state, and local regulations, oversees staff, and manages the
maintenance and operation of the plant to ensure the efficient and safe
treatment of wastewater. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity
employer committed to promoting a multicultural work force, excellence
in public service, and on-going mutual respect in our working
relationships. We strongly encourage people of color, people with
disabilities, LGBTQ individuals, bilingualists, and people from other
underrepresented groups to apply for our open positions - recognizing
and respecting that diverse perspectives and experiences are valuable to
our team and essential to our public service. RESPONSIBILITIES -
Oversees daily operations of the wastewater treatment plant, including
the management of treatment processes, chemical usage, and sludge
disposal. - Ensures the facility complies with all environmental
regulations, permits, and safety standards; Prepares and submits
required reports to regulatory agencies. - Distributes work assignments
to division staff. - Operates and adjusts treatment related machinery. -
Makes routine laboratory tests at various stages of treatment in
accordance with standard procedures, and directs changes in treatment
chemicals and equipment as required to maintain treatment performance
within established limits. - Ensures compliance and conforms to accepted
trade regulations and makes routine tests at various stages of
treatment. - Performs grounds maintenance, waste stream sampling,
operating of valves and gates to adjust flow and adjust recording
instruments. - Performs the inventory and the ordering of chemicals as
directed, and orders supplies and equipment. - Maintains accurate
records of plant operations, including daily logs, maintenance records,
and regulatory reports; Provides regular updates to the
Superintendent. - Performs all other duties as assigned or required.
QUALIFICATIONS - High school diploma or equivalent - Valid driver\'s
license - Valid Grade 7 Mass Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator\'s
Certificate required - Three (3) - Five (5) years\' relevant experience
involving operation of complex wastewater treatment procedures; previous
Experience Supervising Staff Preferred. - Must Be Familiar With
wastewater treatment processes including but not limited to: primary &
secondary clarification, trickling filter operation, nitrifications,
anaerobic digestion, chlorination, phosphorus removal, sludge
de-watering and NPDES permit requirements. - Familiarity with SCADA
systems and other plant management software. - Strong competency in
mathematics and familiarity with routine calculations used in wastewater
treatment and process control - Requires strong communication skills to
work effectively with a diverse population; Must be able to interact
with people on an upbeat and friendly basis, regardless of
circumstances - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel,
and Outlook. HOURS 6:30am-3:00pm, Monday - Friday 40 hours a week SALARY
Starting rate \$27.84 - \$29.53 an hour Annual increases up to \$40.88
an hour APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, May 26, 2026 @ 4:00PM
Salary : $30