Wastewater Superintendent - City of Lubbock TX : Job Details

Salary : $87,547.20 - $116,064.00 AnnuallyLocation : Lubbock, TXJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: W132-6411Department: Water Utilities and Public WorksDivision: 6411 - Wastewater TreatmentOpening Date: 01/09/2025Closing Date: 1/31/2025 5:00 PM CentralSummary Plans, directs, and supervises operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities. Essential Functions

• Investigate operational problems and analyze operational records to ensure efficient, practical operating procedures are consistently used;
• Prepare and monitor annual operating budget;
• Prepare complex written reports and oral presentations concerning plant operations;
• Provide direction and training to subordinate employees;
• Maintain and oversee an effective, ongoing safety program;
• Coordinate equipment repairs, identify equipment needs, and suggest modifications;
• Protect the public health through the application of knowledge and skills concerning waste water treatment plant operations;
• Develop and maintain public relations and associated public information programs;
• Coordinate effluent pumping with land application site managers;
• Provide overall management for plant laboratory operations, Industrial;
• Waste Monitoring and Pre-treatment program, and sludge disposal operations;
• Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications Completion of a bachelor degree in biology, chemistry, environmental engineering, business administration, or a related field with an additional five to seven years responsible supervisory experience in a wastewater treatment plant; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following: Valid Current Driver's LicenseWaste Water Class A License is preferredWaste Water B or ability to get certificate Knowledge and AbilitiesKnowledge of:

• The theory and operating techniques of waste water treatment.
• Waste water laboratory procedures.
• Safe operating practices.
• Budgeting procedures.
• Fiscal management.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing; make effective presentations
• Coordinate work among numerous work groups, agencies, and multiple Citydepartments.
• Plan and manage the work of others.
• Use good interpersonal skills.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with regulatory agencies and other parties.
• Prepare and administer a budget.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently stand and walk;
• Frequently flex upper truck forward;
• Frequently lift up to 10 pounds;
• Frequently push and pull objects;
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward, partial flexing o knees;
• Frequently reach above, at or below shoulder height;
• Continuously talk, see and hear.

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits click 01 Do you have a bachelor degree in biology, chemistry, environmental engineering, business administration, or a related field with an additional five to seven years responsible supervisory experience in a wastewater treatment plant; or any combination of relevant education?

• Yes
• No

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