Utility Plant Shift Supervisor - Pumping and Production

This is supervisory, technical work in the operation of water production facilities. The employee is responsible for planning, directing, and reviewing the work of skilled and technical staff in the water treatment plant for a particular shift to ensure the production and delivery of safe drinking water. Work is directed and reviewed through establishment of goals and subsequent evaluation of progress toward goal attainment.
This position is eligible for progression through four competency levels with increasing levels of responsibility and corresponding pay ranges. Progression requires a combination of plant experience and specialized training.
Current Openings:
2nd shift 3:00pm-11:30pm

• Directs the operation and maintenance of the water treatment plant and on-site pump station.
• Manages and trains operations and maintenance personnel.

• Oversees staff who are responsible for adjusting water levels, flow rates, chemical dosages, and other water treatment processes.

• Responds to water quality concerns, troubleshoots treatment problems associated with pH, solids level, mixing intensity, chemical dosage, and biological processes, and directs appropriate corrective actions.

• Records information about plant performance on log sheets or computer databases.
• Coordinates plant maintenance while maintaining 24/7 operation of the plant.
• Creates, assigns, and reviews electronic work orders and maintenance records.
• Communicates and coordinates concerns about water quality and quantity with staff at all pump stations and at the Aquifer Storage & Recovery (ASR) Facility and Wellfield.
• Conducts research and provides consultative services as needed.
• Hires and evaluates staff, develops staff training plans, takes disciplinary action as needed, and recommends additions or changes in personnel.
• Reviews and approves employee leave and timesheets and recommends appropriate changes in employee pay.
• Maintains reference and resource materials.
• Implements safety regulations and assures conformance.
• Assures compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements.
• Assists staff with process control, operations & maintenance, and instrumentation tasks as needed.

• Monitors weather and forecasts daily water consumption and Production requirements.

• The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive.

• The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional responsibilities as needed.

• Knowledge of federal and state regulations pertaining to producing and distributing safe drinking water
• Thorough knowledge of the principles of specialized water treatment operations
• Knowledge of the functions and mechanics of pumps, chemical analyzers, and other equipment used in a water treatment plant
• Basic understanding of the principals of biology and chemistry as they relate to water treatment

• Ability to use a computer to access, interpret and record information

• Ability to find, understand, and interpret data from the Supervisory, Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and the Geographic Information System (GIS).

• Ability to tolerate exposure to airborne environmental nuisances associated with open grounds, exposure to chemicals used in water treatment, exposure to adverse weather conditions, and equipment and machinery noise (with the use of earplugs).

• Ability to monitor, evaluate and respond to SCADA information
• Ability to walk variable distances multiple times per shift and climb stairs and ladders and to bend, twist, push, pull and reach as necessary to evaluate equipment/instrumentation function
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments and representatives of outside agencies
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license

• Ability to be on call up to 24 hours per day

• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

• High school diploma or G.E.D, plus at least three years of experience in water treatment and supply system operations.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a supervisory role required.
• Graduation with a bachelor's degree in a natural science or engineering is preferred.
• Preference is given to candidates with prior experience in Industrial/Manufacturing Maintenance or Operations.
• Kansas Class IV Water Supply System Operator certification is preferred.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.