Trinity River Authority of Texas
Position Summary
This is a supervisory position responsible for the operation of an advanced surface water/wastewater treatment facility. The employee directs the operations of designated shifts, providing training and direction to junior level employees. The role ensures the correct and safe operation of all plant processes and equipment, and maintains compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as established Authority policies and procedures.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Responsible for the controlled operations of major plant processes. Dictates settings for all operational processes and equipment to ensure the facility and/or system is operating correctly and safely. Solves operational issues within assigned capabilities and understands variable parameters for each shift. Ensures correct and thorough completion of all process logs and records related to process control, laboratory and other data in plant and surrounding appurtenances.
Responsible for accident prevention and safety training for employees, including emergency response, Safety Circle training and other safety training programs as assigned. Ensures that Authority security procedures are adhered to and may initiate changes to the plant's vulnerability and risk management plans. Coordinates response to emergency situations within set procedures.
Responsible for solving operational and mechanical equipment problems.
Effectively communicates with others to ensure good working relations.
Directly supervises a group of non-exempt employees, including hiring, scheduling, performance evaluation, and employee TCEQ license renewal. Available for questions and resolving issues 24/7. Prepares employee evaluations and operational reports as directed. Provides guidance to the Projects’ flow and treatment process conditions by monitoring the status of production via SCADA.
Responsible for implementing optimization of treatment processes and providing assistance and guidance to the maintenance department regarding the service of equipment within the facility.
Assists Operations Division Chief/O&M Supervisor and/or Project Manager with various tasks and special assignments. Assumes responsibilities of direct supervisor as required.
Performs additional duties as assigned, such as operating track mobile, moving rail cars, dealing with federal, state, local agencies, public inquiries, and updating the emergency response plan.
Responsible for responding to various emergency situations, including after-hours, as directed by supervisor and keeping supervisor informed of the status of emergency situations.
Employees assigned to this position are classified as essential personnel. Essential personnel must report to work when scheduled during departmental and/or emergency situations, including extended periods of inclement weather when travel may be difficult. The position is essential because the plant cannot operate safely without sufficient personnel.
Supervisory Responsibilities Regularly has full personnel supervisory responsibilities including interviewing prospective candidates, approving time, discipline and formal performance evaluations for positions of direct and indirect reports.
Financial Responsibility May order or approve ordering of sampling supplies, laboratory supplies, equipment and cleaning supplies as needed for department use. May obtain quotes for services, materials, and equipment, create purchase requisitions, and assist the project manager with annual budget preparation as related to area of responsibility.
Qualifications Education High school diploma or GED; sixty college credit hours preferred or equivalent technical education.
Experience Five years of experience at a water/wastewater treatment facility, including four years of supervisory experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid Texas driver's license. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (or predecessor agency) Class B Water or Wastewater Operator's License required. Class A Water or Wastewater license preferred.
Knowledge Requires advanced and complex knowledge of principles and practices of water and/or wastewater treatment. Moderate knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel. Working knowledge of Project SCADA system, CMMS, GIS, Maximo, and process supporting software. Ability to interpret multiple process and permit‑required lab tests and knowledge of safety practices needed in a water or wastewater facility.
Skills And Abilities Must possess leadership ability and supervisory skills, the ability to make independent decisions, accurately interpret complex test results, identify, troubleshoot and correct equipment malfunctions, communicate clearly essential information to supervisors and staff, document daily activities to ensure proper plant operation, perform advanced and complex utility calculations, and write technical documents.
Guidance Received Is guided primarily by established priorities and policies along with professional standards and best practices to guide decisions and direction or advice to others. Makes recommendations to supervision on process improvements after considering and analyzing various alternatives. Regularly assists others with standard work methods and problems.
Physical Demands This position requires passing a physical and physical ability assessment specific to this position.
Working Conditions Working conditions include exposure to adverse weather, odor, noise, chemical hazards, gases and dust, standing for prolonged periods, walking up and down several flights of stairs, climbing and descending ladders, working at heights, and working in tight or confined spaces.
Tools And Equipment Hand tools, broom, sample collectors, flow meters, high‑pressure hoses, field meters, test kits, lab equipment, Authority vehicles, general and/or specialized material handling equipment. Subject to the use of respirators, SCBA’s, PPE and other safety equipment as required.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
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Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Responsible for the controlled operations of major plant processes. Dictates settings for all operational processes and equipment to ensure the facility and/or system is operating correctly and safely. Solves operational issues within assigned capabilities and understands variable parameters for each shift. Ensures correct and thorough completion of all process logs and records related to process control, laboratory and other data in plant and surrounding appurtenances.
Responsible for accident prevention and safety training for employees, including emergency response, Safety Circle training and other safety training programs as assigned. Ensures that Authority security procedures are adhered to and may initiate changes to the plant's vulnerability and risk management plans. Coordinates response to emergency situations within set procedures.
Responsible for solving operational and mechanical equipment problems.
Effectively communicates with others to ensure good working relations.
Directly supervises a group of non-exempt employees, including hiring, scheduling, performance evaluation, and employee TCEQ license renewal. Available for questions and resolving issues 24/7. Prepares employee evaluations and operational reports as directed. Provides guidance to the Projects’ flow and treatment process conditions by monitoring the status of production via SCADA.
Responsible for implementing optimization of treatment processes and providing assistance and guidance to the maintenance department regarding the service of equipment within the facility.
Assists Operations Division Chief/O&M Supervisor and/or Project Manager with various tasks and special assignments. Assumes responsibilities of direct supervisor as required.
Performs additional duties as assigned, such as operating track mobile, moving rail cars, dealing with federal, state, local agencies, public inquiries, and updating the emergency response plan.
Responsible for responding to various emergency situations, including after-hours, as directed by supervisor and keeping supervisor informed of the status of emergency situations.
Employees assigned to this position are classified as essential personnel. Essential personnel must report to work when scheduled during departmental and/or emergency situations, including extended periods of inclement weather when travel may be difficult. The position is essential because the plant cannot operate safely without sufficient personnel.
Supervisory Responsibilities Regularly has full personnel supervisory responsibilities including interviewing prospective candidates, approving time, discipline and formal performance evaluations for positions of direct and indirect reports.
Financial Responsibility May order or approve ordering of sampling supplies, laboratory supplies, equipment and cleaning supplies as needed for department use. May obtain quotes for services, materials, and equipment, create purchase requisitions, and assist the project manager with annual budget preparation as related to area of responsibility.
Qualifications Education High school diploma or GED; sixty college credit hours preferred or equivalent technical education.
Experience Five years of experience at a water/wastewater treatment facility, including four years of supervisory experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid Texas driver's license. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (or predecessor agency) Class B Water or Wastewater Operator's License required. Class A Water or Wastewater license preferred.
Knowledge Requires advanced and complex knowledge of principles and practices of water and/or wastewater treatment. Moderate knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel. Working knowledge of Project SCADA system, CMMS, GIS, Maximo, and process supporting software. Ability to interpret multiple process and permit‑required lab tests and knowledge of safety practices needed in a water or wastewater facility.
Skills And Abilities Must possess leadership ability and supervisory skills, the ability to make independent decisions, accurately interpret complex test results, identify, troubleshoot and correct equipment malfunctions, communicate clearly essential information to supervisors and staff, document daily activities to ensure proper plant operation, perform advanced and complex utility calculations, and write technical documents.
Guidance Received Is guided primarily by established priorities and policies along with professional standards and best practices to guide decisions and direction or advice to others. Makes recommendations to supervision on process improvements after considering and analyzing various alternatives. Regularly assists others with standard work methods and problems.
Physical Demands This position requires passing a physical and physical ability assessment specific to this position.
Working Conditions Working conditions include exposure to adverse weather, odor, noise, chemical hazards, gases and dust, standing for prolonged periods, walking up and down several flights of stairs, climbing and descending ladders, working at heights, and working in tight or confined spaces.
Tools And Equipment Hand tools, broom, sample collectors, flow meters, high‑pressure hoses, field meters, test kits, lab equipment, Authority vehicles, general and/or specialized material handling equipment. Subject to the use of respirators, SCBA’s, PPE and other safety equipment as required.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
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