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Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor

Salary

$44,890.00 - $67,678.00 Annually

Location

Columbia County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2025-24189

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Columbia Co

Opening Date

05/19/2025

Closing Date

6/2/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

97340

Position Number

00188558

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J2

Pay Group

ST05

Bureau / Division Code

00080310

Bureau / Division

Transportation - Columbia County Maintenance Organization

Worksite Address

Columbia County Interstate Roadside Rest

Worksite Address

RSR 37 & 38, I-80 Mifflin Township

City

Mifflinville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

18631

Contact Name

Morgan Hopkins

Contact Phone

570.3874250

Contact Email

[email protected]

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THE POSITION

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Supervisor to join our dedicated team within the Columbia County Maintenance Organization. In this critical role, you will support the maintenance of wastewater treatment plant roadside facilities of the county highway systems. If you possess a strong background in wastewater treatment operations and are passionate about leading a team to achieve environmental goals, we invite you to apply and make a significant impact in our organization.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will oversee a maintenance team responsible for the operation and upkeep of Department of Transportation roadside facilities, a wastewater treatment facility, and public water systems. Your duties will include monthly reporting to both Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (DOT) management, ensuring that operations remain compliant and responsive to potential issues. You will investigate operational and equipment challenges while implementing best practices. Additionally, you will manage employee schedules to guarantee continuous coverage for two shifts, seven days a week, regardless of weather conditions, pandemics, holidays, or other circumstances. Your responsibilities will also encompass monitoring employee attendance, managing leave time, and tracking daily work hours. You will organize routine daily activities to ensure a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment for the public. Furthermore, you will be tasked with scheduling minor repairs, routine maintenance, upgrades, and managing snow, ice, and grass. Daily safety briefings will be conducted, and you will ensure that all team members, including yourself, are up to date on required training as mandated by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, while also identifying and enforcing proper safety protocols.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00188558) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

+ Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

+ Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $44,890 (before taxes).

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ One year of experience as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or

+ One year of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant.

Special Requirements:

+ This position requires possession of a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater System Operators as a wastewater treatment plant operator that is equal to or greater than the Class D, Subclass 1.

+ This position requires possession of a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater System Operators as a water treatment plant operator that is equal to or greater than the Class Dc, Subclass 7, 8, 9.

+ This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class C driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Ability to operate, maintain, test, and log data on an extended aeration sewage treatment plant and public water works plant

+ Ability to obtain the Electronic Discharge Monitoring Reporter (EDMR) Certification within the six-month probationary period

+ Experience working as a Class Dc, Subclass 7, 8, 9 water operator for a Non-Community, Transient GWUDI Public Water system

+ Possession of an active pesticide application certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture for Category 24, Swimming Pools

Additional Requirements:

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

+ A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

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*Eligibility rules apply.

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Special Requirement- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Necessary Special Requirement-Do you possess a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater System Operators as a wastewater treatment plant operator that is equal to or greater than the Class D, Subclass 1? Certification?

+ Yes

+ No

04

If you answered Yes, please list the certification number and expiration date. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box below.

05

Necessary Special Requirement- Do you possess a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater System Operators as a water treatment plant operator that is equal to or greater than the Class Dc, Subclass 7, 8, 9?

+ Yes

+ No

06

If you answered Yes, please list the certification number and expiration date. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box below.

07

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator for one or more years full-time?

+ Yes

+ No

08

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

09

Do you possess one or more years of full-time experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant?

+ Yes

+ No

10

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

11

Preferred Qualification:Are you able to operate, maintain, test, and log data on an extended aeration sewage treatment plant and public water works plant?

+ Yes

+ No

12

Preferred Qualification:Are you willing to obtain the Electronic Discharge Monitoring Reporter (EDMR) Certification within the six-month probationary period?

+ Yes

+ No

13

Preferred Qualification:Do you possess an active pesticide application certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture for category 24, Swimming Pools?

+ Yes

+ No

14

If you answered Yes, please list the certification number and expiration date. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box below.

15

Preferred Qualification:Do you have experience working as a Class Dc, Subclass 7,8,9 water operator for a Non-Community, Transient GWUDI Public Water system?

+ Yes

+ No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov