Wastewater Supervisor

We are seeking a Wastewater Supervisor for our East Chicago, IN location who is compliance-focused and technically experienced. This position will lead a team of hourly wastewater operators and ensure compliance with all IDEM and EPA regulations. You must be licensed, detail-oriented, and committed to operational excellence in a high-priority treatment environment.

Why work for Safety-Kleen?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Positive and safe work environments
• Opportunities for growth and development for all stages of your career
  
  

Responsibilities

• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and procedures
• Supervises daily operation of wastewater systems including activated sludge and nutrient removal processes
• Oversees a team of four union hourly operators and ensures proper scheduling and accountability
• Monitors and responds to SCADA system data (interface only) to optimize plant performance
• Ensures accurate reporting and recordkeeping in compliance with IDEM and EPA regulations
• Leads incident response for process upsets and participates in on-call/emergency response rotation
• Collaborates with other departments to support integrated plant operations and environmental compliance
• Promotes a performance-driven, safety-conscious, and compliant work culture
  
  

Qualifications

What does it take to be a part of our Safety-Kleen team?

• Indiana Class IV Wastewater Operator License (required)
• 5–6 years of hands-on wastewater operations experience (industrial or municipal)
• 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong understanding of IDEM, EPA, and Clean Water Act compliance requirements
• Ability to interpret SCADA output and plant operations data (no programming required)
• Performance management and conflict resolution skills in a union environment
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Must be computer savvy – Office 365 and plant compliance systems
• Willingness to participate in on-call coverage and emergency response
  
  

Safety-Kleen Systems, a Clean Harbors company, has a commitment to excellence deeply rooted in a strong sense of tradition. Our business revolves around helping North American businesses stay compliant and environmentally responsible. We lead in environmental services, used oil recycling, and sustainable solutions across North America.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact eci@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.

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