Columbus Water & Power, Division of Water Reclamation is seeking a Water Reclamation Plant Supervisor II at the Jackson Pike Water Reclamation Plant to direct operations on3rd shift Thursday-Monday: 10:45 pm-6:45 am.
This position will be responsible for operating and monitoring water reclamation process, sludge processing and disposal equipment at the Plant. The position will assign wastewater plant personnel work projects, supervise staff in proper treatment methods to ensure NPDES Permit Compliance, analyze plant operations and recommend changes in process for optimum efficiency. The position will supervise staff assignments, assign overtime and approve leave, train, and complete performance reviews. Performs related duties as required. Software used in this role will include Microsoft Office Suite, Cityworks, Hach WIMS, SCADA, and Dayforce.
Must possess a valid Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) State of Ohio Class III or IV Wastewater Operator certificate for wastewater treatment works,and possession of a valid driver's license.
(Any one position may not include all of the examples listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.) Assigns operating personnel to work projects by oral and written instructions;
Inspects plant operations by reviewing and analyzing laboratory and plant data for conformance to required procedures and instructions;
Supervises plant staff;
Makes appropriate operating decisions such as making changes and adjustments by reviewing plant performance;
Receives and carries out orders from plant management directing plant procedures;
Makes emergency work assignments as required;
Trains subordinates as required;
Provides input to other plant management on issues such as the budget, staffing, planning, and meeting requirements;
Prioritizes and validates maintenance requests;
Acts as a liaison with contractors and consulting engineers to answer inquiries, to evaluate plant performance, and to coordinate construction activities;
Conducts shift meetings to share information and discuss water reclamation processes, personnel, equipment, and City or department policies etc;
Answers inquiries and handles complaints from the public;
Communicates with other agencies to provide information or answer inquiries;
Conducts tours for engineers, vendors, and the general public;
Investigates odor complaints from the general public;
Reviews construction plans and specifications to determine the feasibility of a layout and compatibility with the plant operation;
Completes performance appraisals, approves leave requests, and recommends disciplinary actions;
Attends seminars, trainings, or workshops in order to accrue professional contact hours needed to fulfill Ohio Environmental Protection Agency requirements for
wastewater operator certification renewal;
Operates a computerized Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system to monitor and report
information about the processes;
Writes reports as required;
Writes maintenance requests/work orders for equipment repairs as required;
Acts as an incident commander in case of plant emergencies such as tornados, flooding, fire, chemical leaks, or explosions.Three (3) years of experience in the operation of a water reclamation facility; one (1) year of which must have been as a supervisor over other water reclamation plant operators.
Possession of a valid Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) State of Ohio Class III or IV Wastewater Operator certificate for wastewater treatment works.
Possession of a valid driver’s license.
SPECIAL NOTE Applicants currently holding an equivalent operator certification in another state and who are eligible to obtain reciprocity from the Ohio EPA will be considered by the Division of Sewerage and Drainage. Successful attainment of the appropriate Ohio EPA operator certificate is required at the time of a Minimum Qualifications review.
Recruitment #: 26-3876-V1
Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)
Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:
Alisha Ardolino
Columbus Water & Power
Division of Water Reclamation
37 W. Broad St.
Columbus, Ohio 43215
P: (614) 645-3751
E: aaardolino@columbus.gov
The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer
