Description

Job Overview
Under limited supervision of the Manager, Water Production, this position serves as the support engineer at a large water treatment facility. Responsibilities include assisting in the management of the treatment facility including items such as monitoring, analyzing and implementing modifications to the operations of the facility, performing engineering work related to the modification or design of existing or new facilities, interfacing with various inter- and intra-divisional employees and groups as well as external individuals, groups and companies, acting as a Production Division liaison for inter-divisional projects and responsibilities, training, supervising, and coordinating the work of Fairfax Water personnel as necessary. Performs Acting Plant Manager duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Directs and administers the normal operations of a water treatment facility by:
  • Compiling and interpreting plant and operational data and developing solutions for operational issues.
  • Monitoring compliance with all pertinent health and safety regulations and working with management and employees to ensure compliance with all applicable requirements.
  • Monitoring environmental effects and taking the necessary steps to ensure compliance with all applicable permits and regulations.
  • Managing compliance, reporting, applications, and renewals for relevant permits including but not limited to permits associated with waterworks, air quality, stormwater, sanitary sewer and dam permits as applicable.
  • Developing chemical, material, and service contract specifications including RFPs.
  • Reviewing bids and recommending awarding of contracts.
  • Acting as contract administrator for assigned contracts.
  • Performing operational inspections of treatment and distribution facilities to determine compliance with Fairfax Water standards and making changes as needed.
  • Establishing and reviewing all Standard Operating Procedures, manuals, and systems and ensure accurate operational records are maintained in coordination with other key plant personnel.
  • Evaluating training needs of plant personnel and arranging appropriate training including administering personal instruction when necessary.
  • Conducting new employee orientation for the facility.
  • Assisting plant personnel in their preparation to obtain certifications or licenses.
  • Remotely monitoring and responding to operational problems at the facilities during non-scheduled hours as necessary.
  • Supervises summer and part-time employees.

Requirements

• Graduation from college with a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental, Civil or Chemical Engineering and a minimum of six years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment facility including three years at a supervisory level, one year of project management or supervisory experience, or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and knowledge.
• Considerable knowledge of machinery, equipment, materials and operating practices of water treatment operations and facilities.
• Ability to make accurate engineering computations, estimates, and designs.
• Ability to accurately review plans and specifications.
• Good professional engineering judgment.
• Knowledge of contract administration.
• Ability to prepare and present engineering and administrative reports orally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, direct, coordinate and supervise the work of others.
• Considerable knowledge of computer and network operations, instrumentation and automatic process control.
• Must pass a controlled substance (drug) test for employment.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and good driving record.