Superintendent - Treatment Operations (Biosolids)

Grade 21 - Starting annual salary: $79,373.00. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Superintendent will report to the Manager-Biosolids and will be responsible for supervising the equipment operators at the Steven M. Clouse Water Recycling Center that perform biosolids management and water treatment plant sludge hauling. The group is responsible for drying bed cleaning, biosolids storage pad management, and belt filter press cleaning. The Superintendent will also work closely with Treatment Operations on daily process control in the biosolids thickening, anaerobic digestion, and dewatering areas. This Superintendent will coordinate closely with other trades, provide management with equipment updates, and coordinate with Fleet Services for preventive maintenance (PM) or other required heavy equipment servicing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Routinely conducts work in the system specialty areas listed below.

- Supervises, selects, develops, trains, evaluates and makes recommendations for corrective action up to and including termination.

- Forecasts, allocates, and monitors the human, physical and financial resources for the assigned area.

- Plans, monitors, reviews, and reports field activities for operation and maintenance of the system covering a wide logistical area for area of specialty.

- Develops, evaluates, and implements plans during normal and crisis situations to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulatory statutes.

- Reads, reviews, and recommends changes to construction plans, blueprints, block maps, schematics and as-built drawings.

- Conducts safety training, trains and mentors employees on safety and technical aspects of the job to include risk management planning associated with applicable chemical use and handling.

- Provides training and guidance to crews by assigning and checking work and develops standard operating procedures that optimize facility performance.

- Performs various utility calculations and conducts advanced level process control analysis.

- Supports and implements various special projects.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING

- The Superintendent works under limited supervision/guidance.

- Directly supervises assigned staff.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

All Specialties

- Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Management, Construction Management, Science, Public Administration or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency plus five years’ progressive experience in construction, water, wastewater or specialty work environment listed below, including two years in a supervisory/lead role.

- Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.

OR

- High School Diploma/GED plus Eight (8) years’ of progressive experience in construction, water, wastewater or specialty work environment listed below, including two years in a supervisory/lead role.

- Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.

Wastewater Treatment, Recycled Operations / Odor Control

- Pass a physical examination for chemical hazards and respiratory protection.

- Pass position specific physical testing.

- TCEQ Class "B" Wastewater Operator license within 18 months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

All Specialties

- Work Zone Traffic Control, Excavation Safety, and Confined Space Awareness and/or certification where applicable.

Wastewater Treatment, Recycled Water Operations / Odor Control

- TCEQ Class "A" Wastewater Operator license.

JOB DIMENSIONS

- Skill in utilizing a personal computer and proficient in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation, and computerized maintenance management system software.

- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.

- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with SAWS internal and external customers, vendors, and governmental agencies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, and kneeling to perform essential functions. Working conditions are in an office and field environment. Field environment has frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. May be required to comply with requirements as specified in applicable regulations for personal protective equipment, including clearance for use of respiratory protection and other associated equipment. Operates a company vehicle on a daily basis.

Maybe required to work other than regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays and on-call.