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JOB DESCRIPTION
SUPERINTENDENT OF WASTEWATER
Supervised by: Director of Water and Wastewater Utilities
Supervises: Wastewater Plant Employees
Position Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Director of Water and Wastewater Utilities, manages
wastewater treatment and collection operations. Directs a staff of Wastewater Plant
Operators, Mechanics, Electricians, collections specialists, laboratory workers, and others
in the treatment of wastewater and repair and maintenance of plant facilities, pump
stations, sewer lines, and related facilities and equipment. Directs and provides consistent
technical analysis of plant processes and effluent to ensure conformity to established
standards.
Essential Duties and Job Functions:
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential
functions. These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be
expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential function satisfactorily.
1. Oversees round-the-clock staffing of Wastewater Plant Operators to ensure
uninterrupted monitoring of wastewater treatment. Directs staff involved in
operating the wastewater treatment plant, determines work priorities, and assigns
workload as personnel are available.
2. Conduct regular plant inspections to observe personnel/equipment performance
and initiate corrective actions as needed. Adjust treatment systems as necessary to
conform to the EGLE and department standards.
3. Oversees laboratory and operator analysis methods, developing, incorporating, and
adjusting procedures to conform to required water quality standards. Inventories,
orders, and maintains all treatment and analyzes supplies.
4. Ensures compliance with NPDES permit requirements. Maintains documentation and
prepares reports related to operations and permit requirements. Works with staff to
create mandated EGLE plans.
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5. Attend staff meetings, coordinate treatment and construction goals, and receive
major policy and procedural revisions from the Director. Converts policy to
operating tasks and educates staff in adjusting procedures.
6. Arranges training for wastewater plant staff, monitors performance, and may
initiate additional training, discipline, or other personnel actions as required.
7. Updates wastewater plans and programs, such as Septage Plan, Stormwater
Program, etc.
8. Recommends Capital Improvement Program projects for the Wastewater Treatment
Plant. Writes specifications for varied capital improvement projects. Reviews and
advises on drawings for plant and collection systems.
9. Oversees contractors working at the plant to ensure projects conform to
specifications.
10. Maintains control of and oversees maintenance of the pump stations and collection
system.
11. Coordinates implementation and compliance with MIOSHA standards, Sara Title III,
Emergency Response, Wastewater Safety Program, and other regulatory safety
issues.
12. Responsible for initiating, preparing, and monitoring Wastewater Treatment Plant
budgets.
13. Works with regulatory agencies, vendors, consultants, and contractors to coordinate
services, ensure satisfactory work, and maintain good working relations.
14. Participates in employee interviews and provides input in the hiring process. Trains
employees in plant operations. Approves employee overtime, vacation and sick
time.
15. Responds to public inquiries and complaints and assists customers as needed.
Responds to wastewater treatment plant emergencies at all hours.
16. Performs related work as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and
minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the job.
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Requirements include the following:
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microbiology, chemistry, engineering, or equivalent coursework in wastewater
treatment or related applications is required.
● Seven or more years of progressively responsible experience in wastewater
treatment, equipment repair, and maintenance, with some prior supervisory
experience.
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and the ability to maintain one throughout employment.
● Thorough understanding of computer-based software, including Microsoft Office,
maintenance & asset management, and document management, and internet-
based applications for regulatory interface, research, cost estimates, etc.
● Knowledge and background in the machines, equipment, materials, safety
precautions, instrumentation/integration, pumps, hydraulics, electrical systems, and
mechanical systems associated with wastewater treatment.
● Thorough understanding of modern wastewater treatment processes, including
chemical applications and new treatment techniques, as well as backup systems,
including automatic transfer systems and generators.
● Ability to prioritize work and to work effectively under stress, in emergencies, and
during non-standard business hours.
● Knowledge of the public health and safety requirements and regulations regarding
the operation of a municipal wastewater treatment plant.
● Skill in the inspection and maintenance of mechanical equipment, pumps, and
related facilities.
● Skill in training, supervising, and evaluating employees engaged in wastewater
treatment activities.
● Ability to read, interpret, maintain records and specifications, and maps and
prepare comprehensive reports on the operations of the wastewater treatment
plant.
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● Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative,
and resourcefulness when dealing with employees, vendors, contractors, other
public utility professionals, administrators, regulators, and the public.
● Skill in the use of office equipment and technology, including Microsoft Suite
applications and software specific to the department, and the ability to master
new technologies.
● Ability to respond to emergency situations on a 24-hour basis.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions
of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and
walk. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach
with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear. The employee is
occasionally required to climb or balance and is frequently required to use motorized
equipment, and occasionally operate a vehicle to travel to other locations such as lift
stations to perform work tasks. The employee must lift or push/pull objects of up to 50 lbs.
without assistance. Accommodation will be made, if needed, for employees required to
lift or move objects that exceed this weight.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving
mechanical parts and is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals
and risk of electrical shock. The employee may be required to travel between work sites
such as pumping stations using a motor vehicle The noise level in the work environment is
usually moderate to loud.
November 4, 2024