Supervisor Operations - Wastewater Plant

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Position Purpose: 

Directs and manages the wastewater treatment operations and the energy utilization processes on a rotating shift at the Jones Island to ensure safe continuity of operations, the execution of proper technical procedures and management policies that result in cost-effective VW contract compliance and compliance with all applicable permits and regulations.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Directs plant wastewater, bio solids and energy utilization and power generation processes on a rotating shift to ensure safe, cost effective and efficient operations to meet VW contract and all regulatory requirements.
• Maintains a sufficient staff of bargaining unit operating personnel on shift; and reports attendance on a day-today basis.
• Provides first line supervision to the shift personnel subordinates for equipment usage and processes.
• Monitors the Drying and Dewatering Facility for proper operation and product primarily during nights and weekends.
• Trains, coaches, lead the shift workers in safety training, on-the-job practices and execution of Standard Operating Procedures and process directives. Inspects facilities for cleanliness, housekeeping, and unsafe conditions and conducts investigation of safety incidents or accidents. Reports unsafe conditions and files reports on injuries.
• Administers management policies and directives, trains and evaluates subordinate staff including administering discipline as required.
• Provides recommendations for improving operations, cost reductions and energy savings.
• Optimizes the processes at the plants, within the process and technical limitations of the systems.
• Writes/ scopes work orders and properly communicates to plant maintenance supervisors, applying knowledge and experience to identify, diagnose and troubleshoot the source of the problem with recommended remedial action.
• Reacts prudently and appropriately to unpredictable emergencies and situations created by plant capital construction interferences, weather, power outages and equipment failures in order to prevent human injury, equipment damage or permit violations.
• Provides coordination and communication with Field/Collection Manager and Console Operators for all major wet weather events.
• Assists in the hiring/interviewing process of department staff.
• Assists in the grievance resolution process.
• The freedom to act is guided by operational directives and procedures, along with backup communication with plant engineering and operational management.

Education/Experience/Background: 

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in wastewater, environmental sciences or related field preferred.
• Five years of applicable work experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Needs to be flexible to cover a shift on short notice.
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule.
• Knowledge and skills in the processes and methods of wastewater treatment, bio solids handling programs, air emissions systems and standards, laboratory standard methods for water and wastewater and operation and maintenance procedures for related equipment.
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws pertaining to wastewater treatment facility with a WPDES permit.
• Ability to handle emergency situations with proper training.
• Ability to provide first aid, CPR and use SCBA equipment.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with client, public, and employees.
• Superior organizational skills and be able to prioritize and work simultaneously on several projects.
• Ability to operate within a team atmosphere.
• Ability to shift priorities frequently and effectively perform under pressure.
• Skills in Microsoft Office Suite and SCADA systems.
• Strong basic mathematics and computer skills.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training: 

• WDNR Advanced License license preferred. Completion of certification required within three years in this position.
• First Class Power Operating Engineer license preferred. Completion required within 3 years in this position.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.

Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.