Water Reclamation Operations Manager

TriRiver Water is looking for a detailed individual with comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices and equipment of water reclamation plant operations. The candidate should know operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of a water reclamation plant. Also required is general knowledge of hydraulic, chemical and mechanical principles pertinent to water reclamation plant operations. The ideal candidate must have a valid NC driver's license and an NC Grade III Wastewater Treatment Operator certification -- Grade IV is preferred.

Interested candidates should go to this website to apply: https://www.sanfordnc.net/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=101&From=TriRiver-Water-101&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Water-Reclamation-Operations-Manager-129

The budgeted compensation for this position is $67,135.66 (DOQ) per year, earned & paid on a bi-weekly basis *Eligible for a 5% increase after successful completion of six month probation period.

Job duties

• Plans, schedules, supervises and participates in the work of plant operators; ensures all shifts are manned in compliance with regulations; provides back-up and relief for shift; ensures plant is operating in compliance with State and Federal rules and regulations; assists with the development and administration of the division operating and capital improvement budgets; monitors expenditures; serves as the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) in the absence of the Administrator
• Identifies repair projects that exceed division capabilities; prepares and awards bids in accordance with established policies and procedures; conducts job site inspections to ensure conformity with contracts.
• Assists with the recruitment and selection of division personnel; assigns, directs and inspects the work of plant operators; coaches and counsels personnel; recommends disciplinary action; trains operators in use of all plant equipment and different treatment processes; performs related tasks as required.
• Supervises the regulation and adjustment of motors, pumps, blowers, valves and other apparatus; informs shift operator what adjustments need to be made to which piece of equipment.
• Conducts regular inspections of plant and equipment to ensure that it is operating properly at all times; takes appropriate corrective action when required; monitors water reclamation plant operations.
• Monitors and oversees the collection of water samples; performs standard chemical and biological tests relating to plant operations; completes lab analysis of treated and untreated water to ensure quality.
• Reviews lab and plant operation reports prepared by operators; identifies necessary changes in chemical, biological, or mechanical plant processes and functions.
• Calculates plant loadings and proficiencies from data that is provided by onsite laboratory and from shift operator.
• Prepares, submits and maintains a variety of reports and records on all phases of collection and treatment in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations; ensures that safety policies and procedures are adhered to; conducts safety inspections, safety meetings and training; performs shift operation duties as required.
• Communicates with Administrator and other operators regarding plant operations and issues to be addressed; recommends changes in plant process as necessary to improve plant efficiency; oversees general building and grounds maintenance duties.
• Performs minor maintenance and repairs to equipment and machinery necessary for plant operations as required.