Description

General Summary: To work under the direction of the Water Treatment Plant Supervisor in the operation and maintenance of water treatment plant and associated equipment and facilities. Work responsibility includes the purification of raw water by means of a large, modern, treatment and filtration plant, and the pumping of finished water to the distribution system. Work involves rendering technical supervision and consultation to subordinates in accordance with departmental policies and procedures on all operational and maintenance problems pertaining to water production. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Public Works, who reviews work for technical compliance to policy and established standards. Assist with supervising the operation, maintenance, and repair of water production, treatment and storage equipment and facilities. Coordinates all pumps, purification, treatment, laboratory, maintenance, and storage activities; inspects operations of pumping and treatment plants for conformance with standard operational procedures and standards.

Typical Duties:

• Review Monthly Operating Report before submission to the EGLE.
• Create bid documents and manage contracts for the purchase of bulk chemicals for water treatment.
• Manage the Water Utility Supervisors work schedule, making changes as needed.
• Review Operations payroll/timekeeping.
• Develop agreements for and manage contract services.
• Make and participate in decisions relating to the water treatment process.
• Maintain and exceed regulatory compliance; plan for treatment and distribution process optimization to provide water of higher quality; plan for future regulations.
• Assess water treatment processes, conditions of critical equipment and confirm compliance with all state and federal regulations.
• Develop/review written and verbal reports of current operations and system.
• Investigate problems or irregularities in the water treatment process; identify causes, determine proper remedies and direct appropriate action to correct the situation.
• Oversee residuals management processes and contract services.
• Assist in the identification and development of capital investments and maintenance projects needed to meet reliability objectives, regulatory requirements and customer demands for water.
• Participate in the selection of staff; respond to union employee grievances and concerns; coach and mentor employees; identify employee development and training requirements.
• Lead emergency response team and oversee the emergency action plan for the water treatment plant.
• Lead water treatment plant Safety Team.
• Work closely with other internal units such as System Planning, Public Services, Engineering, and various support services to ensure proper coordination of activities.
• Provide on-call support and response to the water treatment plant outside of normal business hours.
• Assist in the start-up of new water treatment processes.
• Investigate and resolve customer concerns and complaints concerning water quality and pressure.
• Participate in the Development Review Committee to protect the water distribution system from inappropriate construction. Evaluate opportunities for continuous improvement in the delivery of services to customers. In emergency situations, performs operational duties inside and outside of plant to ensure safety of employees and City’s water supply.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions while performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and travel to other locations. The employee is required to view and create written documents and test equipment. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects of light to moderate weight. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving outdoor weather and manufacturing sites. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, vibration, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud.

Eligibility Requirements: Must possess a valid State of Michigan F-2 license and a valid Michigan driver’s license. Either (1) two years of college in the science field and one year of supervisory experience, or (2) any equivalent combination of education and experience. Some experience in filtration and softening, plant; industry; resourcefulness; good judgement; initiative and dependability. In addition to the above requirements, all city positions require: The ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language as necessary for their position; the ability to follow written and oral instructions; and the ability to get along with other employees and members of the public. City employees are also expected to possess and maintain a record of orderly law-abiding citizenship, sobriety, integrity and loyalty as it pertains to and reflects upon their employment with the City; and must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of their position without excessive absences.

It is the policy of the city to promote and encourage the recruitment, hiring, training and advancement of all persons and not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of religion, race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, marital status, source or level of income, height, weight, religious or political opinion, union affiliation, and physical or mental handicap unrelated to the individual's ability to perform the duties of a particular job or position.

Grade/Salary: 8 $84,152 - $113,619

Benefit Package, including:
    Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
    Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
    Pension program
    Deferred compensation plan (457)
    Healthcare savings plan.

Date Posted: July 10, 2026

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

To Apply:

• Visit the City of Jackson website at www.cityofjackson.org and view the Personnel and Labor Relations Department page.
• Click on the job title you wish to apply for under job opportunities and submit your information to include a resume. You will receive an email once you apply, including the next steps, which will include completing a City of Jackson application.