Utilities Plant Superintendents

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13710326 CITY OF SALINA POSITION DESCRIPTION CLASS TITLE: Wastewater Plant Superintendent FLSA: Exempt DATE: 10/30/2026 DEPARTMENT: Utilities DIVISION: Wastewater Plant GR: 113 REPORTS TO: Deputy Utilities Director APPROVED: JOB CODE: 7079 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under general direction, supervises and develops a group of plant operators and personnel engaged in a wide variety of work involving the operation and maintenance of an advanced wastewater treatment facility with biological nutrient removal, and related equipment. Work varies and requires significant interpretive judgment within prescribed standards and procedures. TYPICAL DUTIES: o Plan, schedule and supervise the operation and maintenance of an advanced wastewater treatment plant with biological nutrient removal (BNR) and related equipment. o Administer the safety program; investigate accidents and recommend preventative actions. o Maintain and enforce a preventative maintenance program; support asset and maintenance management system implementation and use. o Develop and implement standard operating procedures, key performance indicators, and performance measures to guide plant operations. o Assist in long-range planning, budget preparation, and budget control. o Serve as part of department leadership and collaborate with other supervisors to coordinate work across divisions. o Liaison with maintenance, laboratory, and operations personnel to assure the treated wastewater meets established standards of quality. o Train and develop operators; set clear expectations and build accountability systems that support performance measures. o Prepare employee shift schedules and work assignments; evaluate personnel performance as required. o Active participation in Citys Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) Program. o Utilize computer-based software to evaluate and analyze facilities operations to achieve compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations including environmental guidelines. o Assist in preparing, analyzing, and filing paper and digital operational, state, and federal reports. o Receive and process complaints and take appropriate actions. o Operate the plant in the event of a temporary operator shortage. o Respond to after-hours emergencies as needed. o Perform other duties as assigned. SUPERVISION - RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS: o Responsible for supervising a group of wastewater plant operators and assigned personnel. MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to the following: o High school diploma or G.E.D. o Five (5) years of progressive experience with advanced wastewater treatment with biological nutrient removal (BNR) or related work. o Two (2) years of experience in a supervisory capacity, including developing staff and implementing SOPs and KPIs. o Possession of a Kansas Class IV Wastewater Operator Certificate or obtain certification within one (1) year after Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) examination eligibility. o Must possess a valid drivers license. RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS: This position has a 40-minute response time by way of the most direct route and within the posted speed limits or must live within the city limits of Salina, Bennington, Minneapolis, McPherson, Solomon, Abilene, or Carneiro. ESSENTIAL DAILY JOB FUNCTIONS: Establish and maintain working relationships with employees, of ficials and the public (Daily). Establish and enforce safety practices (Daily). CLASS TITLE: Wastewater Plant Superintendent DEPARTMENT: Utilities PAGE: 2 ESSENTIAL DAILY JOB FUNCTIONS (CONTINUED): Effectively assign and supervise personnel (Daily). Apply the knowledge of materials, equipment and procedures to effectively operate a wastewater treatment plant (Daily). Organize files and maintain accurate paper and electronic records (Daily). Participate in department leadership meetings and collaborate with operations supervisors (Weekly). Maintain and conduct effective system and equipment maintenance programs (Daily). Review operation, lab, and regulatory reports (Daily). Maintain current knowledge of KDHE and Federal wastewater treatment regulations (Daily). Order chemical and maintenance inventory products (Weekly). Utilize computer to monitor and control operation of the wastewater treatment plant (Daily). Read utility maps and operating instructions (Daily). Assist in preparing sound and accurate budget recommendations and maintain expenditures within budget (Daily). PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Work Type: Heavy,