Superintendent - Wastewater

Job Summary:
This is a supervisory, administrative and technical position that directs the work of staff members engaged in a variety of activities to wastewater systems, and customer service. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Local Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Graduate

Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of a valid Missouri driver’s license.

Wastewater Treatment Operator A Certificate

Experience: Five years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of wastewater systems, including three years of supervisory experience, or any combination of education and experience that provides the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Essential Functions:

• Supervises, directs, assists, and performs the operation, maintenance and repair of all equipment including wastewater treatment facility related equipment.
• Prepares the daily schedule by prioritizing work orders and assigning them to appropriate staff.
• Provides assistance to contractors and local utilities as needed; performs plan reviews and coordinates with consulting engineers as required.
• May provide on-site project management, installing equipment, and conducting testing programs; assists in responding to client, customer, or agency complaints or inquiries; recommends improvements to eliminate problems.
• Performs inspections on plant operations and activities including equipment, maintenance, and safety related issues; recommends replacements and specifications for new equipment; orders materials and equipment within appropriate authority.
• Supervises or performs prevention programs and maintains related records.
• Prepares or assists in preparation of budget per the specifications of the manager.
• Assists in personnel actions including the hiring process and quarterly employee assessments; responds to complaints and grievances; takes disciplinary action; coordinates the completion of time sheets and other payroll data.
• Communicates with client, staff, customers, contractors/developers, and employees regarding customer service requests, and general wastewater system issues
• Investigates and takes appropriate action in response to complaints.
• Participates in related professional association activities; stays knowledgeable of new developments in materials, equipment and processes to ensure effective and efficient operation of the systems.
• Assists in facility tours; maintains positive relationships with co-workers, clients, customers, and vendors.
• Develops and implements SOPs and Emergency Response Plans.
• Reviews and maintains inventory of materials according to set procedures; authorizes the purchasing of materials within authority limits.
• Assures proper safety standards and precautions are followed and that all safety equipment is available and in good working condition according to company policy and equipment manual.
• Prepares reports and maintains records to meet federal, state, local, and company requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities-Minimum Qualifications:

• Knowledge of proper and effective practices, methods, and procedures related to wastewater system maintenance and construction.
• Knowledge of state and federal standards and regulations governing wastewater facilities and systems. Knowledge of basic principles of mechanical and hydraulic theory.
• Knowledge of safety standards and precautions pertaining to the use and operation of motorized equipment and hand/power tools.
• Knowledge of effective supervisory practices and techniques.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and evaluate the work of staff.
• Ability to keep records and prepare reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with employees, clients, and vendors.
• Ability to resolve problems in stressful conditions using sound judgment.
• Ability to operate computers and related programs.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply laboratory and statistical data.
• Ability to be on-call after hours and weekends.

A person working in this job will need, on a daily basis, to:

• Work in all weather conditions; walk across rough terrain, lift up to 50 lbs. bend, stoop, or twist as necessary.
• Move and/or manipulate equipment weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Work in confined spaces.
• Climb stairs and vertical ladders.
• Sustain long periods of driving a motor vehicle and standing in place.

Hours

Shift – varies

About Alliance

Headquartered in Columbia, Missouri, Alliance Water Resources is a leading provider of professional operations and maintenance services for community water and wastewater systems, serving communities in Missouri and surrounding states. In some communities, Alliance provides high performance full-service management, operations, and maintenance of some of the most sophisticated water and wastewater treatment facilities in the industry. In others, Alliance is demonstrating that highly professional operations and maintenance can often bring water and wastewater systems into full compliance without expensive new facilities. Alliance has proven success with tough regulatory challenges. Without exception, every Alliance contract brings the community's system into compliance.

Alliance Water Resources offers a competitive compensation package which includes:

• Medical and Dental
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Days, & Holidays
• 401K/Profit Sharing
• Vision Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonus Program for Water and Wastewater Certification

Alliance Water Resources, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.