Wastewater Supervisor

[Job Description]

Manages the wastewater operation to assure the most efficient and economical use of chemicals and equipment

Provide electrical and mechanical maintenance to maintain proper operation of the treatment plant

Monitors proper chemical usage

Performs daily inspection of treatment plant probes, pumps, filters, tanks, and controllers

Conducts daily monitoring of specific condition to determine the overall viability of the treatment plant

Analyzes and provides proper records of the plant as well as discharge levels to management staff

Provides weekly samples for analysis

Records daily readings of the treatment plant as well as daily water meter readings in specific areas throughout the production facility

Complies with all applicable laws and regulations and is the point person for EPA and DPA

Demonstrates safety/OSHA principals and always follows proper lockout procedures

Completes project and other duties that may be assigned

Skills/Qualification

Candidate must have a Grade 4M or above certificate issued by State of Massachusetts

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field a plus

Three to five years of similar work experience in the operation and maintenance of high volume wastewater treatment facility

Thorough knowledge of chemicals used in the daily operation of wastewater facilities

Mechanical aptitude, ability to understand data from gauges, scales, and valves

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Knowledge of regulatory procedures and reporting requirements

Ability and willingness to work longer shifts and that may include weekends and holidays

Able to walk, stand for extended periods of time, sit and talk or hear regularly

Able to use both hands and fingers to feel or handle, sit for extended periods of time, stand frequently, bend, squat, reach and turn

Able to adapt to temperature changes of hot and cold conditions

Ability to handle heights and confined spaces

Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds - may require a push or pull with a dolly or pallet jack up to 500 lbs