Superintendent of Production & Treatment

Position Summary

Manages operations and maintenance of the municipal water production and wastewater treatment facilities.

 

Essential Functions

·         Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of staff.

·         Recommends selection of staff; trains staff and provides for their professional development; administers discipline as required.

·         Develops and implements goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the unit; develops the unit's budget.

·         Attends meetings with contractors, vendors, regulatory inspectors and environmental groups to manage operations in an effective and efficient manner.

·         Plans, implements and manages maintenance projects.

·         Manages construction and maintenance activities, oversees and evaluates work in progress and ensures that all activities meet specifications, codes and regulations.

·         Contributes to the overall quality of the department's service provision by developing and coordinating work teams and by reviewing, recommending and implementing improved policies and procedures.

·         Develops and conducts safety training programs for maintenance and repair staff; ensures compliance with safety requirements of assigned operations.

·         Resolves questions and complaints from the public; provides information regarding projects, construction or repair schedules and departmental activities.

·         Reviews and maintains data of water reclamation facility (WRF) operations inspections and laboratory data; advise operators on required adjustments as required

·          Coordinates the operation, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater treatment infrastructure.

·         Assists Manager in preparation of operating and capital budgets.

·         Administers contracts with and confers with construction contractors; schedules projects; provides technical oversight, inspects work in progress and ensures that all work complies with contract specifications and applicable codes and standards.

·         Directs the maintenance of accurate records and files and prepares a variety of periodic and special reports and correspondence; ensures compliance with mandated reporting from various agencies

·          Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.

·         Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: $88,805-$133,208 DOQ. Benefits: Includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance (City contributes annually half the cost of the deductible to employee HSA), tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).

 

Interested, qualified candidates are asked to submit a completed application and resume online at https://elmhurst.org/jobs . Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of background check, drug screen, and physical.  Applications will be accepted until Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

 

The City of Elmhurst is an equal opportunity employer.