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NEOGOV · 3 weeks ago

Wastewater Operations Foreperson I/II- Environmental Services Department

San Jose Metropolitan Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$119K/yr - $156K/yr

3+ years exp

NEOGOV is part of the City of San José, which is committed to creating a vibrant and innovative community. The Wastewater Operations Foreperson I/II oversees wastewater facility operations, providing technical oversight and ensuring safety while managing staff and processes. This role involves participation in capital projects and interdepartmental collaborations within a 24/7 operational environment.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Provides technical oversight of the process area(s), the Facility control room, and the Operations training Unit

Serves as shift Foreperson overseeing all the wastewater facility operations

Provides process control and supervision within their area of responsibility

Serves as back-up for Operators, when necessary

Prepares for and responds to emergencies, develops standard operating procedures and coordinates maintenance interaction

Monitors and controls the automated operations of the wastewater facility

Supervises operating personnel assigned to shift or process area and are responsible for ensuring the safety of staff

Provides performance management and feedback, training, scheduling, assigning or work, and providing feedback and recommendation for hiring

Participates in a plant wide rotation which requires them to take on roles of control room operator, shift Foreperson (Supervisor), and managing a process area or assist in operations training

Provides subject matter expertise in capital projects and interdepartmental collaborations

Qualification

Wastewater OperationsSWRCB Grade III CertificateSWRCB Grade IV CertificateProcess Control SoftwareComputerized Maintenance Management SystemSupervisionTeamworkCommunication SkillsDecision MakingConflict Management

Required

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in at least three (3) specific operational process areas at the San Jose/Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility or equivalent facility

Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board Operator (SWRCB) Grade III Certificate and possession of a valid State of driver's license

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in at least four (4) specific operational process areas at the San Jose/Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility or equivalent facility

Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board Operator Grade IV Certificate and possession of a valid State of driver's license

Proof of a valid State of California driver's license, and an assessment of your California DMV Employer Pull Notice (EPN)

Knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations

Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills

Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: Adobe Acrobat, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, MS SharePoint, and MS Excel

Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people

Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources

Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions

Communicates and listens effectively and responds in a timely, effective, positive and respectful manner