Summary: Actively manage the continuous operation of the York Water Company s Water Treatment Plant(s) (WTP) and accompanying water treatment systems to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal rules and regulations. This includes, but is not limited to:

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with managing the treatment decisions and operation of associated equipment.
• Determine action to be taken in event of emergencies such as turbidity events, inadequate disinfection, equipment and power failures, etc...
• Oversee the daily scheduling and assignment of operations work as well as supervise the operations and maintenance teams required for those assignments.
• Coordinate projects and/or operational needs with the Maintenance & Grounds Department, and other departments.
• Ensure preparation and submission of necessary regulatory reports in coordination with fellow Assistant Superintendent and Water Quality Manager.
• Address customer water quality concerns in coordination with fellow Assistant Superintendent and Water Quality Manager.
• Development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Prepare employees' schedules including assigning personnel to shifts.
• Review daily and evaluate operator shift logs and water quality reports to determine if proper operational procedures are being followed.
• Monitor all contractor and sub-contractor activities at the Filter Plant.
• Keep preventative maintenance records for equipment in use at the Filter Plant and schedule all maintenance work for same.
• Keep the Water Quality Manager, fellow Assistant Superintendent, and Operations Manager and/or VP-Operations, informed as to operations and activities occurring in the Filter Plant.
• Assure the safe operation of the plant, equipment, and the safety of the employees under their direction.
• Ensure the appropriate training of all new operators in all aspects of the plant operations.
• In conjunction with Human Resources, manage and maintain compliance with the Company's Right-to-Know materials, records, and training.
• When necessary, assist with the oversight of daily laboratory routines performed by operators, such as color, turbidity, odor, PH and residuals as required.
• Remain current on and ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Consistently demonstrate positive and professional behavior with all individuals contacted on behalf of the Company including employees.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Directly supervises 7 to 10 employees at the operating plant(s).
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities following the organization's policies and applicable laws and regulations.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; mentoring, rewarding, and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree with a major in chemistry, biology, engineering, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience
• Minimum of three years of management experience in drinking water treatment/operations, planning/engineering, drinking water or wastewater laboratory, chemical or microbiological production processes or similar.

Certificates, licenses, registrations:

• Possess a valid PA driver's license.
• Pennsylvania Class A, Water Treatment Operators Certificate preferred.

Other Skills:

• Strong comprehension skills to understand and interpret safety rules, emergency procedures, standard operating procedures, etc.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written in order to communicate with a variety of stakeholders (customers, contractors, municipal officials, managers and employees)
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Effective management skills.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient use of standard office equipment.