Water Treatment Plant Supervisor

REPORTS TO: Operations Coordinator

FLSA STATUS: Exempt - Executive

CLASSIFICATION: Personnel System; requires satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period.

PAY GRADE: 118

SAFETY SENSITIVE: Yes; Subject to random drug testing per the Athens-Clarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance.

Purpose of Job

The purpose of this job is to perform supervisory functions associated with operating the water treatment plant and to ensure a continuous, adequate supply of potable drinking water meeting federal/state regulations. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: supervising water analysis and treatment; mixing chemicals; assisting in laboratory testing; operating various pumps and valves; repairing and maintaining machinery and equipment; maintaining records; assisting, instructing and disciplining assigned staff; & performing additional tasks as assigned.

Job Related Requirements

Work Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. 40 hours per week. Subject to call-back 24 hours per day, 7 days a week. Required to work any shift when an operator is not available. 

May be required to work on weekend and religious holidays.

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Must work cooperatively with others.

When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.

This position is designated as an emergency position that requires your attendance at work under all types of emergency conditions.  Some examples of emergencies include inclement weather, utility failure, fire or other forced evacuations or as determined by the Manager. 

MINIMUM TRAINING & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

High School diploma or equivalent with three years of experience involving water treatment systems maintenance or operations required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.

One year of supervisory experience is required.

Must possess a state certified Class I license for water treatment.

Must possess a valid driver's license.

Vocational/Technical school degree in Water Treatment or related discipline preferred, courses in basic biology/chemistry.