Water Reclamation Plant Supervisor I (Vacancy)

City of Columbus
Columbus, OH

Definition

City of Columbus - Department of Columbus Water and Power
Division of Water Reclamation- Southerly Water Reclamation Plant
Water Reclamation Plant Supervisor I Position



This full-time position within the Division of Water Reclamation, u nder general supervision, will supervise others and participate in the operation of water reclamation treatment, biosolids processing, and disposal equipment at the Southerly Water Reclamation Plant (SWRP) ; performs related duties as required. This position:


  • Will inspect and monitor the operation of equipment such as air filters, chlorine indicators and pumps, reporting need for repairs to designated authority.
  • Enacts flow controls and enacts changes in solids operations based on demands and on operational needs.
  • Unloads, monitors, and changes chemical feed based on operational needs.
  • Collects samples and monitors auto samplers.
  • Runs field tests such as titration tests on chlorine levels in discharge.
  • Supervises bringing tanks and processes on-line to respond to wet weather events.
  • Maintains records on chemical usage and storage.
  • Completes and maintains logs of operations to make operating decisions.
  • Performs minor equipment maintenance including lubrication, cleaning and painting.
  • Completes performance appraisals and recommends first-line disciplinary action for subordinates.
  • Assists in planning daily work schedule.
  • Assign tasks to workers based on process needs.
  • Operates a computer to monitor and report information about the processes.
  • Conduct training sessions for subordinates.
  • Enforces safety rules and processes.
  • Cleans and maintains order in the chemical building or storage area and workstation area.
To be considered, candidates must have possession of a valid Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) State of Ohio Class II, III, or IV Wastewater Operator certificate for wastewater treatment works and possession of a valid driver’s license. Pre-employment drug screening and BCI& I background check are required if selected.



SPECIAL NOTE


Applicants currently holding an equivalent operator certification in another state and who are eligible to obtain reciprocity from the Ohio EPA will be considered by the Division of Water Reclamation. Successful attainment of the appropriate Ohio EPA operator certificate is required at the time of a Minimum Qualifications review.



The scheduled shift for this position will be:

  • Tuesday-Wednesday (10:45pm-6:45am)
  • Thursday-Friday (2:45pm-10:45pm)
  • Saturday (6:45am-2:45pm)

Salary range :
$32.56 - $51.08 hourly.



If you are interested, please apply to the Civil Service Commission by applying online at . You may also apply by email: [email protected], fax: 614-645-0050.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)


Inspects and monitors the operation of equipment such as air filters, chlorine indicators, and pumps, reporting need for repairs to designated authority;


Enacts flow controls and enacts changes in solids operations based on demands and on operational needs;


Unloads, monitors, and changes chemical feed based on operational needs;


Collects samples and monitors autosamplers; runs field tests such as titration tests on chlorine levels in discharge;


Supervises bringing tanks and processes online to respond to wet weather events;


Drives to off-site locations to inspect equipment and processes;


Maintains records on chemical usage and storage;


Completes and maintains logs of operations in order to make operating decisions;


Performs minor equipment maintenance including lubrication, cleaning, and painting;


Completes performance appraisals; recommends first-line disciplinary action for subordinates;


Assists in planning daily work schedule;


Assigns tasks to workers based on process needs;


Operates a computerized Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system to monitor and report information about processes;


Enforces safety rules and processes; cleans and maintains order in the chemical building or storage area and workstation area;


Conducts training sessions for subordinates.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a valid Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) State of Ohio Class II, III, or IV Wastewater Operator certificate for wastewater treatment works.


Possession of a valid driver’s license.



SPECIAL NOTE


Applicants currently holding an equivalent operator certification in another state and who are eligible to obtain reciprocity from the Ohio EPA will be considered by the Division of Sewerage and Drainage. Successful attainment of the appropriate Ohio EPA operator certificate is required at the time of a Minimum Qualifications review.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 26-3875-V1

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)


Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:


Madelyn Pine

Columbus Water & Power

Division of Water Reclamation

37 W. Broad St.

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645-6621

E: [email protected]


The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted 2026-02-02

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