Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor

The City of Warrenton, Oregon is seeking a qualified individual to serve as Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations Supervisor.

Range 28:  $6,018.83 - $7,315.93 monthly + excellent benefits. FT Exempt Position under the direction of the Public Works Director.

Under the direction and general supervision of the Public Works Director, operates, maintains, and supervises activities of the Wastewater Treatment Plant as the Operations Supervisor. The Supervisor plans and arranges work as approved by the Public Works Director and provides supervision and training as needed of day-to-day activities for Wastewater Plant Operator II, Wastewater Treatment Plant I/Operator in Training, and Utility Workers or other assigned personnel at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Performs all duties associated with the operation of the wastewater plant and sewerage system. Available to respond as needed to any alarms or emergencies at the Wastewater Treatment Plant and monitors the SCADA system both off site and on site.

Minimum Qualifications include:

• Must hold an Oregon DEQ Wastewater Treatment System Operator certification, Grade III.
• Must hold an Oregon DEQ Wastewater Collections System Operator certification, Grade II.
• 3 years minimum experience in water/wastewater collection, treatment, and plant operations.

• At least one year of supervisory experience is preferred. 
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of water/wastewater treatment plant operations specifically Sequence Batch Reactors; operating principles of valves, pumps, and motors; principles and methods of bacteriological and chemical sewage analyses; effects and problems of industrial waste.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of training and safe work practices.
• Use of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Able to direct, lead, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Effectively communicate and interact positively and cooperatively with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, and the general public to complete projects.

Licenses, Certificates, and other Requirements:

• Oregon Wastewater Treatment System Operator Grade III Certification.
• Oregon Wastewater Collections System Operator Grade II Certification.

To apply: Download application and full job description at www.warrentonoregon.us; application packet can also be obtained at City Hall, 225 S. Main Ave., Warrenton, OR 97146; (503) 861-2233. 

Mail application, resume, and cover letter to City of Warrenton, Attn: Public Works, PO Box 250, Warrenton, OR 97146 or email to gshafer@warrentonoregon.us; citymanager@warrentonoregon.us & cityrecorder@warrentonoregon.us.

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First review, December 19, 2024.