Water Treatment Plant Operations Crew Chief

This is treatment plant operations work at the crew chief level in a biosolids processing, water purification or wastewater treatment plant. Employees in this class supervise and participate in the activities of treatment plant operators engaged in monitoring and operation of computer-controlled water or wastewater treatment processes and processing equipment and security equipment. Work includes the performance of site tours to determine and ensure that plant performance conforms to established criteria. Responsibility for the general security and operation of the facility in absence of a higher-level operations supervisor and response to chemical emergencies during the work shift are significant aspects of the work. Work is performed under the supervision of a technical superior. Employees in this class work in an environment that may contain some disagreeable aspects, and may work on a rotating shift basis.