Water Treatment Plant Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Water Services Director/Assistant Water services Director, this position is directly responsible for the production and delivery of safe, reliable drinking water to the citizens of Harlingen and surrounding communities. The employee provides professional and technical guidance to subordinate personnel and assists in overseeing the operation, maintenance and repair of two water treatment facilities. This position is responsible for ensuring that treatment facilities are operated safely, efficiently and are following all applicable TCEQ regulatory requirements, while maintaining the highest standards of water quality and public health. The employee assists the Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Supervisor in planning, organizing and inspecting the maintenance of the water treatment plants. Responsibilities include coordinating maintenance activities, ensuring preventive and corrective maintenance is completed in accordance with established maintenance schedules, plant procedures, manufacturer recommendations and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) regulations. This position keeps the Water Services Director, Assistant Water Services Director and the Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Supervisor informed of plant operations, maintenance activities, equipment performance, water quality concerns, chemical treatment processes and any issues that could impact plant reliability or productivity. Independent judgment, initiative and sound technical decision-making are essential in carrying out assigned responsibilities. Innovative problem-solving is expected to address changing operational conditions, regulatory requirements and budgetary constraints. The employee assists in developing and implementing operational procedures and water quality monitoring practices that provide early detection of treatment process issues, allowing timely operational adjustments and chemical treatment corrections to maintain regulatory compliance and optimize plant performance. This position performs semi-skilled to highly skilled technical work involving the operation, inspection, maintenance, repair, and installation of water treatment equipment, structures, machinery, instrumentation, and related systems. Duties include troubleshooting mechanical equipment and assisting with the maintenance of pumps, motors, valves, piping systems, treatment process equipment, and other critical infrastructure to ensure continuous plant operations. The employee must possess working knowledge and practical experience in SCADA systems, mechanical maintenance, basic electrical systems, welding, carpentry, masonry, plumbing, pipe fitting, and general facility maintenance. The position requires the ability to diagnose equipment failures, coordinate repairs, and ensure all maintenance work is performed safely and in accordance with established procedures and regulatory standards. Goals and objectives are established by the Water Services Director and Assistant Water Services Director. The employee is expected to exercise independent judgment in applying established policies, procedures, and best practices while working under limited supervision. Performance is evaluated through observation, compliance with regulatory requirements, the effectiveness of plant operations and maintenance activities, equipment reliability, water quality performance, and the overall efficiency of the water treatment facilities.