"Alerted.org

Position Information

Functional TitleChief Wastewater Plant Operator

Recruitment Category TypeStandard

Functional CategoryProduction

GradeGS.16

FLSA StatusExempt

Requisition Number25-0217

Number of Vacancies1

Job LevelSection Manager

Job CodeN/A

Job Description Summary

Organization NameParkway WRRF

Reports toPlant Superintendent

Full or Part TimeFull Time

If Part Time how many hours per week

Regular or TemporaryRegular

Position End Date (if temporary)

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM (as required by plant operations)

Position LocationLaurel

Position Summary Information

General Summary

TheChief Wastewater Plant Operatorsupervises the operation of a large, complex, multi-process wastewater treatment plant that has a design flow of 1 MGD or greater. The CWPO also oversees the management of the associated solids processing and treatment facilities.

Essential Functions

+ Supervises employees including selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and/or termination or recommending termination

+ Plans, directs, supervises, and reviews the work of operating plant personnel, including but not limited to activities intended to avoid plant upsets that could jeopardize the environmental health and safety

+ Performs expeditious diagnosis and correction of process issues resulting from unusual environmental, weather related, human mediated or other emergency or non-emergency factors or conditions that could lead to process upsets

+ Screens and interviews job applicants, prepares job evaluations, recommends disciplinary actions, approves timesheets, recommends relevant training

+ Promotes safe work practices and investigates accidents

+ Establishes operating standards and determines and prioritizes plant operational activities; provides general instructions to staff for wastewater treatment, process control and solids handling, to maintain compliance with provisions of the Federal Clean Water Act

+ Assists in development of long range plans, procedures and improvements for the operation of the wastewater treatment plant and associated solids handling facilities including but not limited to the review of contract documents, drawings, and specifications

+ Assists in coordination of construction projects, and implement measures to maintain adequate treatment performance during construction activities at the plant

+ Analyzes plant and laboratory reports and directs adjustments of process controls to improve treatment and maintain regulatory compliance

+ Assists in development and implementation of appropriate operator training programs, and conducts classes to improve operator knowledge, skills and abilities

+ Prepares comprehensive reports on plant operations

+ Supervises the maintenance of records of plant operations and the preparation of fiscal and payroll reports

+ Submits requisitions for chemicals, materials, tools, equipment and outside services as needed

+ Coordinates chemical deliveries and other goods and services that are needed for the plant operations

+ Develops budgetary estimates of plant needs and assists in preparation of the annual budgets

+ Provides mentoring, leadership and training to operating staff

+ Performs operational inspections of existing and new facilities to ensure equipment and processes operate properly and in accordance with specifications, and to correct deficiencies

+ Responds to plant emergencies after hours as needed

+ Participates in long range planning, design and construction activities

+ Acts as a Subject Matter Expert in evaluating the skills of operating staff as required

+ Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business

Other Functions

+ May be requested to coordinate and conduct tours of the plant and open house activities, and interact with outside customers and public officials on matters related to the plant

+ May be required to participate in standby/callback duty

+ As a member of the WSSC Water All Management Team the employee will participate in cross-Team committees established to support and advance both the WSSC Water Mission and Vision

+ Performs other related duties as required

Work Environment And Physical Demands

+ Work is in the presence of hazardous chemicals as defined by OSHA standards

+ Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and work in elevated locations

+ Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, and effectively utilize appropriate safety equipment and procedures

+ Ability to effectively utilize appropriate safety equipment and procedures

+ Ability to demonstrate normal color perception, hear audible alarms and detect abnormal equipment sounds

+ Ability to visually and physically inspect equipment and processes at anytime of the day or night

+ Good physical condition

+ May be re-assigned to other facilities to best meet the needs of the Production Team

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

+ Extensive knowledge of the machines, equipment, materials, and operating practices of a large advanced wastewater treatment plant

+ Thorough knowledge of the chemical, biological and physical processes involved in the treatment of wastewater

+ Knowledge of plant discharge requirements under the Federal Clean Water Act

+ Demonstrated ability to organize and supervise Wastewater Plant staff and others engaged in plant operations

+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other groups, outside officials, employees and the public

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

+ High School diploma or equivalent

+ 3+ years experience in a senior operations or senior maintenance position at an advanced large wastewater treatment facility

Additional Requirements

+ Possession of a valid driver’s license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer date

+ Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter

+ Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work

+ Possess and maintain a valid Class 5A Wastewater Plant Operator Certificate issued by the Maryland Board of Waterworks and Waste Systems Operators of Maryland

Preferences

Supplemented by courses in sanitary engineering or chemistry and bacteriology

Salary$104,908 - $178,628

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

Close Date05/12/2025

Open Until FilledNo

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Information

All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?

+ Yes

+ No

+ Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?

+ Yes

+ No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Resume

Optional Documents

+ Cover Letter/Letter of Application