Chief Water Plant Operator - Potomac

Position InformationFunctional TitleChief Water Plant Operator - PotomacRecruitment Category TypeStandardFunctional CategoryOperationsGradeGS.16FLSA StatusExemptRequisition Number26-0210Number of Vacancies1Job LevelSection ManagerJob CodeJob Description SummarySupervises the routine operation of a large and complex Treatment Class-4 conventional water treatment plant with advanced process components including ultraviolet disinfection facilities. Also oversees the management of the associated solids collection and treatment facilities. The work is performed under the direction and guidance of the Potomac Plant Superintendent.Organization NamePotomac WFPReports toPotomac Plant SuperintendentFull or Part TimeFull TimeIf Part Time how many hours per weekRegular or TemporaryRegularPosition End Date (if temporary)Work ScheduleMonday – Friday 5:30 am – 2:00 pmPosition LocationPotomacPosition Summary InformationGeneral SummaryThePotomac Chief Water Plant Operatorsupervises the routine operation of a large and complex Treatment Class-4 conventional water treatment plant with advanced process components including ultraviolet disinfection facilities. This position also oversees the management of the associated solids collection and treatment facilities.Essential FunctionsSupervises employees including selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and/or termination or recommending terminationPlans, directs and reviews routine and occasionally complex work of plant operating personnel including but not limited to activities intended to avoid plant upsets that could jeopardize public health and safetyPerforms expeditious diagnosis and correction of process issues resulting from unusual environmental, weather related, human mediated or other emergency or non-emergency factors or conditions that could lead to process upsets;Establishes operating standards and determines and prioritizes plant operational activities; provides general instructions to staff for water treatment, process control and solids handling, discharge and disposal to maintain compliance with provisions of the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act as well as the Clean Water ActAssists in development of long range plans, procedures and improvements for the operation of the water treatment plant and associated solids handling facilities including but not limited to the review of contract documentsAssists with the preparation of the plant operating budgetPerforms inspections at existing or new plants and/or remote facilities to ensure equipment and processes operate properly and in accordance with specifications, and to correct deficienciesCoordinates chemical deliveriesDevelops work-around strategies to maintain adequate production levels and optimized water quality during construction activitiesAnalyzes plant and laboratory reports and directs adjustments of process controls to improve treatment and maintain regulatory compliance with national primary and secondary drinking water regulationsAssists in development and implementation of appropriate operator training programs, and conducts classes to improve operator knowledge, skills and abilitiesMay be required to participate in stand-by / call back dutyMay be reassigned to other facilities in order to best meet the needs of the Production DepartmentDrives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water businessOther FunctionsThe incumbent is viewed both within WSSC Water and regionally as a subject matter expert with regard to water treatment operations and regulatory standards under the Federal Safe Drinking Water ActThe employee demonstrates an in depth knowledge of the WSSC Water Distribution System and is often consulted with regard to system demand issuesAs a member of the WSSC Water All Management Team the employee will participate in cross-team committees established to support and advance both the WSSC Water Mission and VisionPerforms other related duties as required.Work Environment And Physical DemandsWork is performed at a large water treatment plantRequired Knowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesExtensive knowledge of machines, equipment, materials and operating practices of a large and complex water treatment Class-4 plantThorough knowledge of the chemical and physical processes in the treatment of drinking water pursuant to the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act; Knowledge of plant discharge requirements under the Federal Clean Water ActDemonstrated ability to organize and supervise Water Plant Operators and other engaged in plant operationsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other units within WSSC Water, public officials, and the publicGood physical conditionMinimum Education, Experience RequirementsHigh School diploma or equivalent3+ years' experience at the level of Senior Water Plant Operator in the operation and maintenance of a complex Class-4 conventional water treatment facilityAdditional RequirementsPossession of a valid driver's license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver's permit within 90 days of hire or transfer dateEmployees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to workCompletion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter.PreferencesSupplemented by courses in sanitary engineering or chemistry and bacteriology.Salary$108,056 - $183,987Posting Detail InformationEEO StatementClose Date05/08/2026Open Until FilledNoSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsAdditional InformationAll applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?YesNoWill you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?YesNoAre you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?YesNoApplicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeOptional DocumentsCover Letter/Letter of Application