Water Superintendent

JOB DUTIES:

· Plan, direct and budget all activities and operations of the Water Department related to raw water supply, water treatment, distribution, metering and back flow prevention.

· Ensure compliance with all applicable drinking water regulations, environmental regulations and safety regulations.

· Acquire and disseminate all pertinent information from the EPA regarding testing and results. Ensure compliance with all regulatory reporting.

· Investigates problems or regularities in the water treatment process; identify causes, determine proper remedies in direct appropriate action to correct the situation.

· Identify and respond to all complaints, concerns and questions from the public and other town departments regarding water supply, water treatment, water quality etc.

· Supervise and monitor routine/emergency operations of the water facilities/equipment to ensure a continuous safe water supply to the finished water transmission system.

· Lead the emergency response plan and process for the water treatment plant and raw water transmission system facilities.

· Administer and approve all expenditures, including payroll, accounts payable, grants and contracts for outside services.

· Keep the Water Commissioners and designated others accurately informed concerning water department operations, present and potential work problems and make suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.

· Keep department records and make reports to local, state and federal authorities

· Represent the water department at various meetings both in and out of town.

· Establish work schedules. Supervise and monitor the performance for all personnel.

· Coordinate, administer and monitor the training of all new employees.

· Perform related, similar or other logical miscellaneous duties which may require ability to perform functions beyond those contained in this job description.

· Oversee and maintain distribution system.

· Collect samples and bring them to the lab for testing quarterly and as needed.

General Responsibilities:

· Ensure all work is performed in accordance with all federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations and within mandated OSHA, SDS and EPA standards.

· Attend meetings, workshops, training and review publications to remain current on practices in new developments in assigned work areas.

· Mandatory attendance at monthly departmental meeting with Select Board.

· Always represent the town in a professional manner. Ensure all water department work assignments are completed in a prompt, efficient and safe manner.

· Report all accidents to self and/or property as well as safety concerns to Town Administrator or Water Commission and other related departments within 2 hours of the accident for non-emergencies. All emergency incidents must be reported immediately.

· Commitment to maintain a good working relationship with coworkers, other town officials and the public.

· Requires on-call availability outside of regular business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements/minimum qualifications:

· 5 to 7 years related experience, at least 2 of which is in a supervisory position within a water system or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Must possess a valid State Water Treatment Plant Operators Certification or T2 to a full minimum, 2D in training.

· Extensive knowledge of advanced water treatment unit process theory, operation and maintenance; advanced surface water plant operations including the handling of treatment residuals; applicable laws and regulations governing management of safe drinking water, including applicable federal, state and local regulations related thereto; complex water testing procedures and standards, water pumping in transmission; safety practices and safety program development and control.

· Experience with management of grants, loans, and large-scale projects for water operations.

· Possess a valid Massachusetts state driver's license.

· Must meet the Minimum Qualifications of the Water Department personnel.

Working conditions:

· Involves risks or discomforts. e.g. climbing ladders, working around moving parts and equipment, which requires some safety precautions and/or the use of PPE.

· May be exposed to loud noises, vibrations, chemicals (including chlorine), toxic gasses and fumes, germs, bacteria and allergens, microwaves, sunlight and oils.

· Requires working in an outside environment.

How To Apply:

Please email cover letter and resumes to: [email protected]

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $98,000.00 - $108,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person