Job Description

Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent

Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent

$200k+ Position Overview

The Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent is responsible for leading daily operations, maintenance, regulatory compliance, and capital project coordination at a municipal or industrial wastewater treatment facility. This role ensures safe, efficient, and cost-effective treatment processes that meet permit requirements and protect public health and the environment. The Superintendent supervises operations staff, manages contractors, develops and enforces safety and maintenance programs, and drives continuous improvement in plant performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day WWTP operations to ensure compliance with NPDES and other regulatory permits and reporting requirements.
• Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate operations and maintenance staff; foster a safety-first culture and maintain adequate staffing levels.
• Manage preventive and corrective maintenance programs for pumps, blowers, clarifiers, digesters, dewatering equipment, and associated site work/heavy civil structures.
• Operate and optimize process control systems and SCADA to maintain effluent quality and plant efficiency; recommend process changes and chemical dosing adjustments as needed.
• Coordinate, inspect, and manage contractors and construction activities related to capital projects, site work, and WTP/WWTP upgrades; ensure work meets specifications, timelines, and safety standards.
• Prepare and manage operating budgets, track expenditures, maintain inventory of parts and chemicals, and recommend cost-saving measures.
• Respond to plant emergencies and off-hours incidents, implement emergency response procedures, and coordinate with local authorities and environmental agencies.
• Maintain accurate operational logs, laboratory records, maintenance histories, and regulatory reports; submit timely required documentation to agencies.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts including troubleshooting process upsets, implementing optimization projects, and supporting commissioning of new equipment.
• Develop and implement site safety programs, conduct routine safety inspections, and ensure staff certifications and training are current.

Qualifications

• Valid Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification (Grade III/IV preferred) or equivalent state license.
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive WWTP operations experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory or lead role; municipal or industrial experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with heavy civil/site work and capital project oversight; familiarity with WTP processes is a plus.
• Strong working knowledge of wastewater treatment processes (primary/secondary/tertiary treatment, biosolids management), process control, and SCADA systems.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, inventory, contracts, and vendor relationships.
• Working knowledge of regulatory frameworks (NPDES, state permits) and experience preparing regulatory reports and lab data.
• Certifications or training in safety (Confined Space, HAZWOPER, OSHA 30) and first aid/CPR preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills; ability to train and mentor staff.
• Proficiency with computer systems including SCADA, computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), and Microsoft Office.
• Valid drivers license; ability to perform physical duties required for plant inspections and emergency response.

Benefits

• 100% Employer Covered Health Benefits including Medical, Vision, and Dental
• 401(K)
• Bonus
• And More!

$180,000.00 - $220,000.00 Annually

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