Position: Water Reclamation Treatment Plant Crew Leader

Department: Water Reclamation

Reports To: Water Reclamation Treatment Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full Time

Regular Work Hours and Location: Typically, Monday – Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm. Work hours may vary from time to time.

Starting Pay: $25 - $28 DOE

Mustang pays 100% of the following employee benefits:

• Healthcare Insurance– low deductible plan (may pay up to 50% of the premium cost for family members).
• Long Term Disability
• Term Life Insurance Policy
• Accident Plan

Additional Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance – VSP
• Short Term Disability
• Family Term Life
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 80 hrs. PTO after the first year
• Sick Time (8hrs per month)
• Pension plan with 200% match and 7% compounded interest annually after the first year – vested at ten years
• An additional pay increase of $40 per pay period for holding a valid and current CDL
• For certain positions, uniforms and work boots are provided

Mustang SUD pays for certification courses, testing, and renewal.

• Mustang Special Utility District pays for all the courses, testing, and license renewal necessary for the employee to complete and maintain the required certification.
• Successful completion of the Wastewater Operator B certification.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Plant Supervisor must maintain a Superior level of knowledge on wastewater treatment systems which includes activated sludge wastewater processes, solids treatment and MBR treatment systems. This is a working supervisor position that includes maintaining pumps, equipment, facilities, and performing and or supervising the performance of laboratory tests related to wastewater treatment.

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to perform a variety of customer service fieldwork for wastewater customers. Wastewater Treatment Operators are responsible for skilled tasks in the treatment, construction, maintenance, and repairs of wastewater system facilities; operating a variety of light and moderately heavy power-driven equipment, and ensuring public health and safety by preventing and/or responding to sewage overflows and blockages. They inspect, clean, maintain, construct and repair wastewater collection systems, including sanitary sewers, pump stations, pipes, and manholes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• • The Plant Supervisor to manage treatment operations at all levels; assuring optimal process efficiency, proper monitoring and regulatory compliance.
  • Monitor facility operations by observation, collecting and testing samples and reading instrumentation (SCADA) to ensure compliant and efficient operations.
  • Manage and occasionally perform a range of treatment facility activities including, but not limited to, operation of equipment, maintenance, monitoring systems, managing equipment performance and process data, process improvement, record keeping and preparation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) as necessary.
  • Provide adequate, timely and essential information for preparation of the budgets, reports, and studies.
  • Prepare work schedules and monthly, annual and special reports on treatment facility management, renewal, operation, and maintenance.
  • Respond to inquiries regarding facilities and odor complaints in a timely and effective manner.
    • Train, lead and mentor staff, including evaluating the performance of staff; provide leadership by example and a positive role model for operators.
    • Ensure that appropriate personnel execute needed repairs and renewal; coordinate with personnel, plan and implement maintenance plans for treatment assets and lift station on site (includes inventory control and management).
    • Vigilantly monitor the facility for any breaches of security and alert appropriate law enforcement agencies and/or supervisors, as appropriate for the situation.
    • Ensure to maintain thorough logs and records of wastewater treatment facility operations and maintenance in both written and electronic form; use these records to improve the function and efficiency of various operations.
    • Ensure that facility grounds and general housekeeping, as well as the appearance of the facility, is acceptable in collaboration with outside contractors.
    • Monitor systems, labor resources, and assets during emergencies and scheduled shutdowns; troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve problems; respond to emergencies, and schedule and coordinate responses, repairs, cleanup, remediation, etc.
    • Ensure that operators adhere to safety guidelines as required by State statutes and as prescribed by Mustang SUD. This includes identifying and mitigating safety hazards as well as assisting in the implementation of safety programs.
    • Manage to receive shipments, monitor unloading processes, record into inventory, and check shipment documents for compliance to standard.
  • Learn, comply, and enforce applicable Mustang policies and procedures.
  • Assume the responsibilities of direct supervisor(s) and subordinates as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  Ensures calibration of all testing equipment and orders testing supplies.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• • Methods, practices and equipment used in a wastewater laboratory.
  • TCEQ’s 217 Rules and Regulations
  • Completes and sends out required reports to various state and federal agencies.
  • Knowledge of preventive maintenance for mechanical and special equipment
  • Detailed knowledge of proper procedures to test and maintain adequate treatment of wastewater according to state and federal standards.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This classification requires using personal or Mustang vehicles while conducting Mustang business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license, and have an acceptable driving record. Pre-employment drug testing is required, and employees will be subject to unannounced alcohol and drug testing as a condition of continued employment. Some positions will require the performance of other essential and marginal functions depending on work location, assignment, or shift.
• Prefer a Class-A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or be able to obtain one.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of five years of experience in wastewater treatment. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted, pending Operations Manager’s approval.
  
  

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Class A Wastewater Operator License preferred but will consider Class B Wastewater License.
  
  

The duties, responsibilities, and qualifications in this posting are representative categories to be used by an applicant in deciding whether to apply for the position. These general guidelines do not constitute an exhaustive list of qualifications or essential functions of the position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), citizenship, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.