Classified Ad Title:
Wastewater System Process Lead

Post Date
3/20/2025

Expiration Date
5/30/2025

Details:
• Prepares daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly reports for the state or federal EPA, as well as any other reports that may affect the performance of the Wastewater System or the quality of the reclaimed water discharges.
• Ensures that the Wastewater System remains in compliance with all local, county, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including, but not limited to NPDES permit requirements, Federal 503 biosolids regulations, and OSHA standards.
• Organizes, supervises, and coordinates the daily activities of Wastewater System operators involved in system operation and maintenance.
• Submits requisitions for equipment, parts, and supplies needed to maintain proper system operations.
• Provides recommendations and technical advice to the Wastewater System Supervisor (WWSS).
• Assist in evaluating the needs of the department and submits the appropriate yearly budget recommendations.
• Fosters and maintains good working relations and communications within the Wastewater Department, other departments, and the public.
• Provides training for employees of lower classifications and keeps the WWSS thoroughly informed on all matters pertinent to the Wastewater System.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems and assists employees in solving problems.
• Interprets District policies for employees and enforces safety regulations.
• Interprets specifications, blueprints, and job orders for employees and assigns duties.
• Confers with the WWSS to coordinate activities with other District departments.
• Inspects work progress and completion to determine compliance with standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in the on-call emergency operator rotation.
• Makes every effort to improve employee morale, motivation, and job skills.
• Tracks preventative and periodic facility maintenance and the administration of computerized maintenance database.
• Ensures all repairs are completed in a timely manner.
• Manages the facility biosolids process, including, but not limited to wasting, thickening, drying, hauling, and land application.
• Gathers and compiles the necessary data to complete NPDES compliance monitoring reports; monthly and annual state and federal biosolids production and land application reports; and annual laboratory US EPA DMR-QA reporting.
• Reviews plans and provides input on Wastewater System improvements and modifications.
• Prepares and generates process and maintenance bench sheets.
• Conducts daily review of SCADA system regarding Wastewater System activities.
• Manages plant wet-stream process mode of operation.
• Responsible for on-site laboratory QA/QC program.
• Responsible for the administration and application of all site-specific manuals and plans, including the facility and equipment operations and maintenance manuals; the Sludge Management Plan; the Laboratory QA/QC Manual; and the Safety Manual.
• Conducts plant tours and interfaces with construction contractors, equipment vendors, and parts suppliers.
• Additional duties and support as required by the WWSS, Operations Director, and Executive Director.


Qualifications:
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, materials, and equipment used in the Wastewater System.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices involved in the operation of large electric motors, pumps, and other electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Class III Wastewater Works Operator Certification or higher as issued by the Ohio EPA.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in operating an activated sludge wastewater treatment plant required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a supervisory capacity preferred.


Comments:
JOB TITLE: Wastewater System Lead (Process)
PAY RANGE: $37.04 - $46.31
EFFECTIVE DATE: October 14, 2021
REPORTS TO: Wastewater System Supervisor
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

Employer:
Licking Regional Water District
Contact:
Josh Holton

Address:
8720 Gale Rd. Hebron, OH 43025

Work Phone:
7409270410

Email:
jholton@lickingregionalwater.gov