Wastewater Assistant Operations Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the direction of the Water Reclamation Operations Manager, provides highly responsible and professional management of field operations in the Wastewater Operations Division.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in the direction of the day-to-day work of Water Reclamation crews; assigns work to various crews; monitors the progress of work assignments daily; establishes priorities to deal with emergencies and unanticipated needs.
• Assesses and monitors workloads, staffing, and internal reporting relationships; identifies and implements opportunities for improvement and needed changes.
• Directs staff training and development; reviews and evaluates employee performance; implements disciplinary action and recommends termination procedures.
• Oversees maintenance and deployment of field operations vehicles and equipment.
• Provides technical oversight for operation and maintenance of Wastewater systems to field personnel.
• Lift station operations and maintenance. 
• Maintenance and repairs of the collections system.
• Proper use of equipment such as excavators, front-end loaders, etc.. and the ability to train others.
• Experience in sewer line repairs.
• Experience with SCADA operations.
• Monitor field staff activities for compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements.
• Communicates and coordinates with other management staff as necessary.
• Respond to critical events and emergency priorities at any time as needed.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Methods, materials, tools, equipment, and best practices used in operating and maintaining a complete Wastewater system.
• Relevant Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.
• Principles of training and personnel management.
• The use and care of specialized equipment related to Wastewater systems.
• Operations maintenance and proper record keeping.

ABILITY TO:

• Efficiently organize staff to accomplish multiple simultaneous tasks.
• Analyze and assess operational staffing needs and make appropriate adjustments.
• Select, train, manage, and evaluate the work of subordinate staff.
• Analyze and react to unusual or urgent situations and resolve them with application of established policies along with appropriate principles and practices of Wastewater utility systems.
• Read, write, speak, and present in a professional manner.
• Attend outside events, conferences, meetings, and training in support of District objectives.
• Understand and comply with all applicable laws and regulations governing the District.
• Maintain discreetness with sensitive District information, plans, and operations.

EDUCATIONAL AND ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred.
• Class A Wastewater License, preferred. Minimum of Class B Wastewater License.
• Wastewater Collection III, preferred. Minimum of Wastewater Collection II.
• Combination of training and experience likely to provide required knowledge and abilities.
• Minimum five years of progressive responsibilities in a utility, with at least three years of direct supervisory responsibilities.
• Possession of a valid Texas driver’s license Class A CDL preferred and a satisfactory driving record, or out of state license transferability.

Job Type: Full-time

₁ The marginal functions of this position have not been included.  This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed.  An employee will be required to follow any other job-related duties required by their manager.