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Alcoa Tennessee - Water Treatment Plant Supervisor Chief Operator 04 January 2024 ( news )
Alcoa , state Tennessee ( By Press Release office)
Jan 04,2024
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Water Treatment Plant Supervisor/Chief Operator
Closes On: February 2 , 2024 at 04:30 PM EST
Department:
Treatment Plant
Job Status:
Full - Time
Shift:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Days:
Mon . , Tue . , Wed . , Thu . , Fri .
Rate of Pay:
$65 , 166 . 95 - $104 , 179 . 14
Definition of Class
Performs a variety of routine and complex administrative , skilled , technical and supervisory work in overseeing employees
operating a water treatment plant supplying water for the municipal water utility . Work involves oversight of the operation and maintenance of pumping , treatment and storage equipment & facilities required to produce , transmit , store and distribute potable water for human consumption in accordance with applicable State and Federal rules and regulations . Supervision is exercised over other plant operators , maintenance personnel , and other assigned employees .
Works under the general supervision of the Public Works & Engineering Director and/or his/her designee .
This is a safety - sensitive position .
Essential Duties Performed
100% -
Manages , evaluates , and assesses the work of plant operators and other subordinate employees;
Schedules and assigns work;
Trains employees in routine procedures and methods , providing technical assistance with unusual or complex problems;
Maintains accurate and up - to - date records and reports;
Prepares and maintains computer records;
Receives and investigates complaints;
Responds to and resolves customer service requests;
Assists with preparation of departmental work programs and policies , cost estimates , planning , and budget request;
Controls expenditures in accordance with budgetary provisions;
Specifies and requisitions supplies and equipment;
Responsible for division safety training;
Conducts or oversees regular inspections of equipment and facilities;
Responsible for collection and analysis of compliance samples for the water treatment and distribution systems;
Oversees work of subordinates to ensure conformance with required regulations;
Prepares and submits periodic reports on plant operations to regulatory authorities;
Plans and confers with consulting and city engineers on acquisition and installation of equipment and use of improved techniques and processes;
Coordinates and oversees work of contractors employed by the City;
Monitors and coordinates implementation of maintenance plans;
Determines and purchases chemicals and other operating supplies
Works overtime hours as required or assigned;
Subject to call - in for specified emergencies;
Reports to work as scheduled and on time , even under inclement weather conditions
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OTHER DUTIES PERFORMED
Participates as a member of the Public Works Management Team .
Develops and implements new service programs and/or modifications to existing programs .
Operates light automotive equipment .
Participates on various employee teams as assigned .
Performs other duties as assigned .
Minimum Education Requirements
Graduation from high school or possession of GED;
Associates or bachelors degree in engineering , chemistry , biology or a related field and a minimum of five ( 5 ) years’ experience in the water treatment and/or water distribution industry with proven management / supervisory skills;
Experience requirements may be reduced with an advanced college degree in a related field;
Post - secondary education requirements may be reduced with extensive experience in the water treatment industry .
Knowledge , Skills and Abilities
Knowledge , Skills and Abilities -
Ability to read , analyze , and interpret written communications;
Ability to respond to verbal inquiries from management , staff , and customers;
Ability to effectively present information verbally and/or in writing;
Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications;
Ability to express ideas clearly , concisely , and convincingly;
Ability to prepare concise and effective records , reports , and correspondence;
Thorough knowledge of the theories , principles , and practices of water treatment;
Thorough knowledge of the laws and regulations pertaining to water treatment;
Knowledge of the use of tools and equipment associated with treatment of potable water;
Ability to plan , assign , and review the work of others;
Skilled in the operation of a personal computer , including spreadsheets , word processing , etc . ;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
Ability to define problems , collect data , establish facts , and draw valid conclusions;
Ability to learn new procedures and to apply the same to a variety of tasks;
Ability to analyze water treatment problems and recommend solutions .
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid driver ' s license issued by the State of Tennessee .
Certification by the State of Tennessee Water and Wastewater Operator Certification Board as a Class IV Water Treatment Plant Operator .
May require State certification in bacteriological analysis , backflow prevention / inspection , and/or Grade II Water Distribution System operations
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