Water Treatment Plant Superintendent

Position Overview

The Water Treatment Plant Superintendent is a key leadership role responsible for the daily oversight of the Town’s water treatment operations and staff. This position ensures compliance with all state and federal drinking water standards while optimizing production and plant efficiency. The Superintendent also serves as the system’s Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) for the Town of Waynesville’s Water Treatment Plant.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring safe, reliable water service for the community while fostering a culture of compliance, safety, and continuous improvement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plant Operations & Compliance

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the water treatment plant including chemical feed, process controls, lab testing, backwashing, and SCADA monitoring.
• Maintain compliance with all NCDEQ, EPA, and Safe Drinking Water Act standards.
• Serve as the certified Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) for the Water Treatment Plant.

Personnel Supervision

• Schedule and supervise plant operators and support staff; ensure 24/7 coverage and rotation for holidays and emergencies.
• Conduct performance evaluations, training sessions, and compliance drills.
• Promote a professional work environment through accountability and coaching.

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain operational logs, sampling records, and chain-of-custody documentation.
• Prepare monthly MOR/CCR (Monthly Operating Reports) and other regulatory submittals.
• Coordinate inspections and facilitate prompt resolution of noted deficiencies.

Maintenance & Coordination

• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance in coordination with maintenance staff and contractors.
• Ensure backup systems (generators, alarms, chemical pumps) are tested and operable.
• Coordinate with the Water Distribution Supervisor to ensure integrated system functionality.

Safety & Emergency Preparedness

• Lead implementation of safety protocols for chemical handling, confined space entry, and emergency response.
• Respond to after-hours plant alarms or operational disruptions as required.

Cross-Division Support

• Provide leadership and operational support in the absence of the Water Distribution Supervisor.
• Assist with system flushing, water quality complaints, or distribution-related fieldwork as needed.

Licensure and Certification:

• Possession of a valid North Carolina Class A Surface Water Treatment Certification (REQUIRED).
• Possession of a valid North Carolina Grade 1 Wastewater Physical & Chemical Certification (REQUIRED).
• Must possess a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.
• Must obtain necessary safety or emergency management certifications within 12 months of hire.

ADA COMPLIANCE

The Town of Waynesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  ADA requires the Town to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.  Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

The Town of Waynesville has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Interested applicants may submit an application to:

Town of Waynesville,

Brittany Angel, HR Coordinator

Human Resources Department

16 S. Main Street

Waynesville, NC 28786

Or via email to [email protected]

Applications will be accepted until filled