Temporary Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent (Part Time)
Engineering Department
Description of Duties
- Supervises the operation, maintenance, and repair of the wastewater treatment plant thorugh Assistant Superintendents and subordinated staff; supervises and directs related work as required
- Supervises the operation, maintenance and reapir of the wastewater treatment plant
- Supervise the operation and maintenance of the treatment plant, laboratory, and outlying structures; plans and supervises the work of revision or addition to plant building, structures, equipment, and machinery
- Supervises activities of the treatment process divisions so that they are within the framework and meet the standards of the New York State Department of Enviornmental Conservation
- Supervises the installation of new devices and improvements
- Supervises the preparation of the annual budget and the controlling of the annual expenditures within budget allowances
- Makes recommendation for and assists in the development of long range projects and programs
- Maintains records and reports pertaining to the activities of the wastewater treatment plant
- Keeps well informed on engineering trends and new developments in sanitation engineering science and techniques
- Physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualifications
May require Civil Service Examination.
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor of Science degree and two (2) years of responsible supervisory experience in a large municipal wastewater treatment plant, and in addition either:
A) Five (5) years of responsible experience in the operation and maintenance of a large maintenance plant, two (2) years of which utilized the activated sludge process; OR
B) An equivalent combination of training and experience
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a Grade 4A Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate, issued by the New York State Department of Enviornmental Conservation, is required at the time of appointment.
NOTE: Candidates with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Sanitary or Chemical Engineering may substitute that degree for one year of general experience.
NOTE: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.
Rate of Pay
$75.00 per hour.
Contact Information
Jeff Burroughs, PE
Town of Amherst Engineering Department
455 Tonawanda Creek Road
Amherst NY 14228
jburroughs@amherst.ny.us
How to Apply
Non-Town residents may be eligible for Town employment in certain positions – please contact the Town of Amherst Human Resources Department to find out if you may be eligible.
Application for Employment, Reference Release & Research Questionnaire
Forms should be mailed or delivered to:
Human Resources
5583 Main St
Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 631-7025
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Mon-Fri)