Water/wastewater Superintendent - Bushnell, United States - City of Bushnell

Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Responsible technical and administrative supervisory position involving the administration and coordination of work in the City's Water and Wastewater departments, overseeing and implementing the operations associated with water treatment & distribution, wastewater treatment and collection and lift station management.

Must be willing to perform difficult technical work and intermediate administrative work in the repair, maintenance and construction of water/wastewater lines and appurtenances.

Work is performed under the administrative direction of the City Manager.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates daily work activities; organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise.
• Plans and manages the daily operations of water or wastewater treatment plant; establishes operational policies and procedures; writes and amends safety rules and regulations; oversees the administration of the department's safety program; modifies operations to comply with new rules and regulations; and keeps employees informed of operational and policy changes.
• Ensures all plant activities and operations comply with all local, state and federal rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations; prepares and submits related reports as required.
• Monitors plant systems; conducts regular inspections of plant and equipment ensuring continuous and effective operation; ensures preventive maintenance and scheduled and emergency repairs are performed; ensures a safe and clean work environment.
• Reviews all forms, readings, logs, test results and other operational forms and records prepared by staff; and reviews operational reports and records to ensure operations comply with quality standards and tolerances.
• Collects water samples and performs laboratory analyses; identifies concentrations of chemical, physical or biological characteristics of water and records findings; evaluates data; makes adjustments to water treatment; and writes reports as required.

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• Prepares operational and statistical reports of water treatment plant activities and water analyses; submits records and reports to state and federal regulatory authorities as required; and establishes and maintains related files.
• Develops and administers budget for plant operations; prepares and submits the annual budget for approval; monitors expenditures against approved budget; prepares, reviews and/or approves/disapproves purchase order requests.
• Participates in the process of developing specifications for equipment and material procurement, equipment maintenance and repair, etc.; prepares and writes contract provisions and specifications.
• Participates in short and long-range study and research activity to ensure adequate water supply is maintained; ensures water quality meets federal, state and local requirements and guidelines.
• Develops and implements capital improvement projects at the treatment plant, providing oversight and management of project scope, schedule, and budget.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.)


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of wastewater, water, reclaim and storm operations, policies, procedures and methods
• Knowledge of reuse distribution and alternate water supply planning and construction.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with internal and external customers
• Ability to make estimates of time and materials
• Ability to read blueprints, diagrams and sketches
• Ability to make and maintain records and reports
• Ability to supervise the work of subordinates
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to develop short and long range plans for department operations
• Knowledge of OSHA and City requirements in safety operations
• Ability to use a computer

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED; degree from an accredited university preferred;
• Three (3) years progressively responsible experience in water or wastewater operation.
• Highly developed leadership and interpersonal skills

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LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:


Minimum Qualifications -

• Class "C" Water Operator Certification issued by the State of Florida;
• Valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License required;
• Class "C"