Wastewater Operations Supervisor

Wastewater Operations Supervisor

HIRING RANGE: 7,058 – 7,943 monthly

About the Position:

The Wastewater Operations Supervisor leads the daily operations of the City’s wastewater treatment plant, ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient, high-quality treatment processes. This role oversees staff, plant performance, and operational systems to meet State and Federal standards.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and supervise wastewater operations staff, including work planning, training, performance management, and disciplinary actions.

• Oversee wastewater treatment plant operations, ensuring compliance with State and Federal regulations and maintaining effluent quality standards.

• Evaluate plant performance and operational data, identifying issues and implementing process improvements to optimize efficiency.

• Direct mechanical and biological treatment processes, ensuring systems operate effectively and within required guidelines.

• Develop and manage plant sampling programs, including scheduling and performance testing activities.

• Support budget development and administration, including forecasting needs and monitoring expenditures.

• Maintain accurate records and prepare technical reports, ensuring data integrity and regulatory compliance.

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What We’re Looking For:

• Four (4) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of water systems and facilities.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. supplemented by specialized training in chemistry, environmental biology, construction technology or a related field.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver’s license.

• Possession of a valid Class A Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of Colorado.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, the City of Grand Junction Leadership Track certification within two (2) years of appointment.

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

Notice to Applicants:

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, we kindly request that you do not include the dates of your education to include years of attendance or graduation on your application, resume or attachments

City Employee Health Clinic: 

The City is committed to supporting the health and well-being of employees, and their families. Our near-site Sage Health & Wellness Center offers free or low-cost healthcare services for employees and their dependents enrolled in a City health plan. Services include preventative care, health assessments and coaching, treatment for common illnesses, lab services, physical therapy, a medical massage therapist, and behavioral health counseling. The clinic also offers wellness programs, challenges, and classes that empower employees and their families to stay healthy and thrive.

Explore the Area:

Grand Junction, Colorado, is the key access point to the mountains and canyonlands of western Colorado and eastern Utah. Centrally located between Denver, CO (250 miles east) and Salt Lake City, UT (270 miles west), Grand Junction was named for the convergence of the Gunnison River and Colorado River. Over 1.5 million acres of public lands connect the area’s alpine terrain with the dramatic high desert, nourished by powerful rivers that sustain the vibrant agriculture industry. Opportunities for outdoor adventures are abundant in every season due to the year-round temperate climate. Home to “Nature’s Trifecta,” Grand Junction is surrounded by the Colorado National Monument – a mini-Grand Canyon, Rattlesnake Arches – the second-largest concentration of natural arches in the world, and the Grand Mesa – the largest flat-top mountain in the world. Agritourism, art and history, boutique shopping, and trendy restaurants complement the outdoor recreation scene. With a population over 160,000 in Mesa County (over 70,000 within the City limits), Grand Junction has all the city amenities you expect with a hometown atmosphere that is friendly and comfortable. See Visit Grand Junction for more information.

At the City of Grand Junction, we proudly operate as an Equal Opportunity Employer, purposely building an inclusive workforce representative of various cultures, perspectives, and experiences. We believe in respect for all and do not discriminate based on hair, race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

If you have any questions or need assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources office at 970.244.1512.