Shift Supervisor

Overview

Supervises wastewater plant operations, staff and compliance during shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• scheduling
• permit compliance
• inventory
• training
• sampling
• process monitoring

Tasks

-Plans a logical schedule for work. Makes operational and maintenance decisions in conjunction with other management personnel, on own initiative when necessary and after thorough evaluation. -Assists in the establishment of operating guidelines for unit processes to achieve compliance with NPDES Permit requirements. Defines the duties and responsibilities of operations personnel and develops operating record forms. -Recommends purchases of tools, material, supplies and parts. Coordinates the inventory levels of stock items with the storeroom. -Conducts detailed equipment and unit process training for operations personnel. Provides guidance for employee development. -Reviews logs, evaluates operating and laboratory data and observes wastewater processes to identify possible problems and ensures proper operation of processes and work performance. Recommends process adjustments within established operational guidelines. -Coordinates the collection and retrieval of plant process samples. Receives and reviews laboratory and operating data. Utilizes various software applications for information storage and retrieval. Performs basic water quality analyses in the field to facilitate process and chemical feed adjustments. -Supports Engineers and Contractors on equipment and unit process modifications and start-ups. -Checks and maintains records on plant safety equipment. Enforces guidelines for safe work practices. -Communicates with staff and leadership regarding plant conditions. Informs and enforces organizational policies and procedures through various communication methods. Updates management as necessary. -Provides inspection of work in progress to ensure satisfactory completion. Assists in checking and approving personnel time reporting. Assists in evaluating personnel performance. Initiates incident and accident reports. Participates in grievance and disciplinary hearings. Emphasizes the importance of reaching a work objective by encouraging cooperation among employees. Manages continuous change. -Assists in directing and supervising the use of resources (materials, equipment and people) to meet operation and maintenance objectives and to achieve compliance with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit requirements. Assists in directing actions in emergency situations. Ensures that shift personnel are scheduled for adequate coverage of operation and maintenance.

Requirements

• class iii
• class ii
• wastewater
• 5 years
• project management
• supervisory

What You Bring

-Candidate must possess five (5) years of wastewater experience. -Candidate must possess the ability to analyze and make skilled judgments relative to indicators of normal or abnormal conditions and to use sound judgment, provide direction and make effective decisions involving people, processes and data. -Shift Supervisors who possess a valid Ohio EPA Class III Wastewater Operator certificate may fill in for Shift Managers when necessary. Supervises operating personnel and when necessary, maintenance personnel. -Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving record in accordance with the Sewer District’s acceptable guidelines. -Candidate must possess the ability to effectively plan, coordinate, establish and prioritize workloads based on available resources. Must possess strong organizational skills and decision-making abilities. Must be able to successfully perform general math calculations and have strong calculation skills. -Candidate must possess a valid Ohio EPA Class II or higher Wastewater Operator certification prior to the effective start date. If the candidate only possesses a Class II on the effective start date, they will be required to obtain an Ohio EPA Class III Wastewater Operator certification within thirty-six (36) months from the effective start date. -Candidate must possess knowledge of theories, principles and practices of wastewater treatment; design, construction and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant; and knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. -Two (2) years of experience supervising and/or managing people, processes and/or projects is preferred. -Candidate must possess effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. -Candidate must possess the ability to manage projects, meet deadlines and tackle emergencies and difficult situations. Must possess negotiation and conflict resolution skills to address issues and opportunities for improvement.

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About Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District

-Oversees three major wastewater plants—Easterly, Southerly, and Westerly—and an extensive interceptor sewer network. -Projects range from massive treatment-plant upgrades to green stormwater infrastructure in suburban and urban communities. -Known for rigorous sector expertise in utilities, water resources, and infrastructure, coordinating across 60+ municipalities. -An unusual legacy: created directly in response to the infamous 1969 Cuyahoga River fire, it now safeguards the river it once rescued.

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