What are the responsibilities and job description for the Area Supervisor position at Nexus Water Group?
Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.
“Nexus” means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,300 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.
Purpose of the Job
Imagine being part of a team that supplies the essential element for life. Water is the very foundation of this planet, the life-giving essence in all of us. Driven, knowledgeable and passionate about this essential resource, the South Carolina Water Utilities team, a subsidiary of Nexus Water Group, is in the business of delivering a product everyone uses and depends on.
As part of our ongoing commitment to operational excellence, we are seeking a dependable Area Supervisor to join our team and play a crucial role in our Field Operations department.
What We Offer
- 401k Company Match
- Vacation Accrual: Starting at 3 weeks per year
- Holidays: 10 company-paid holidays per year
- Floating Time: 16 hours of paid floating time per year
- Sick Time
- Additional Benefit Plans include Medical, Dental, Vision, Company-Paid Life Insurance and more
- Training, Professional Certifications, and Education Allowance
Job Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Operates and maintains the water/wastewater treatment facilities as required by city, state, and federal guidelines;
- Performs daily analyses of effluent samples; makes necessary adjustments to keep facility within permit limits; Makes operational adjustments as needed to comply with state and federal water quality standards
- Adjusts chemical treatment to ensure water quality standards are met.
- Assists with water and wastewater line repairs, new line installation, and other work as directed.
- Inspect and maintain pumps, motors, valves, and other plant equipment in working order, troubleshooting problems as they arise.
- Respond to and investigate customer service calls. Complete customer service work orders, updates, and maintains activity with required documentation, and closes work orders in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Performs routine tests on water treatment facilities, including tests related to treatment process, chemicals, pumps, motors, and routine water quality sampling. Collect and analyze appropriate readings of gauges and meters;
- Conducts routine testing, monitoring, and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater unit processes, and basic laboratory analyses.
- Performs and documents the treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment.
- Documents plant performance, including daily flow, well meter readings, and chemical dosage and usage.
- Other duties assigned.
Competencies
Education
Certifications
Physical Requirements
Work Experience
5 years of experience in water and wastewater treatment/operations, including 3 years in a managerial role.
We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law.
We are an E-Verify participating employer.
Nearest Major Market: Columbia
Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina