Chief Plant Operator - Water

Applications will be accepted online from May 5 2025 until 11pm on May 18 2025 at the website address review of applications will happen by May 20 2025

Please note: Incomplete applications cannot be considered. You will know you have completed the application when it has requested your signature.

Job Summary

Under limited supervision assists in performing and overseeing the daily activities of the Water Treatment Division.

Work involves all aspects of operation and maintenance of the Water treatment system. All work must be in compliance with applicable regulations and standards. An employee proceeds independently to complete assignments coordinating matters as needed and resolving most problems encountered in the work. Under general direction coordinates supervises and participates in the operation of the Districts Water treatment facility to ensure the protection of public health and compliance with various permits and regulatory agencies.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Serves as a positive and engaged member of the Water Treatment Team and Supervises employees for optimum productivity.
• This role takes a proactive approach to supervising employee performance while creating and maintaining a supportive professional and open environment consistent with the districts culture.
• Participates in the employee selection process evaluates employees performance provides regular feedback and participates in quarterly performance alignment conversations.
• Motivates encourages and develops direct reports.
• Develops and maintains training program for staff to ensure employee development growth and engagement.
• Demonstrates a respectful attitude toward customers coworkers elected officials and supervisors that promotes teamwork open communication and effective customer service.
• Embodies the Districts Core Values.
• Performs a role in the Water treatment budget process.

Essential Job Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following representative duties knowledge and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Performs all the duties of a Plants Operator with proficiency.
• Supervises and directs the activities of assigned staff; makes recommendations regarding hiring discipline or advancement of employees.
• Schedules employees assigns work and monitors progress; guides trains and develops employees in the accomplishment of their duties and professional growth; evaluates performance.
• All work must be in compliance with applicable polices rules regulations and laws.
• Be advocates promoting health and safety in the workplace.

Other Duties

• Assist the water treatment manager in the department budget preparation and assures operations are performed within the Board approved budget. May be required to attend jobrelated meetings outside the district and outside of normal business hours.
• Performs related duties as assigned

Knowledge

• Knowledge of principles practices materials and equipment used in Water treatment

• Knowledge of the established safety and industry guidelines for the tools equipment and materials used in plant operations.

• Advanced computer skills to include the ability to use Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint and GSuite as well as an asset management program.
• Thorough knowledge of current principles and practices applicable to assigned areas of responsibility; local state and federal laws and regulations related to assigned functions.

Skills

• Skill in using common tools equipment and materials of the trade.

Abilities

• Ability to operate equipment in a safe manner.

• Ability to provide leadership to the department staff.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with district staff.
• Ability to communicate with the public to speak clearly and concisely.
• Ability to diagnose and repair malfunctions.

Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education training and experience that provides the above knowledge abilities and skills may be considered.)

Required Education/Certifications Required

• High School Diploma
• One year of progressively responsible related experience capacity and at least two years as a Plant Operator.
• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Class R drivers license.

• Must have and maintain Colorado Class A Water certification

Preferred Education/Certifications Required

• Associate Degree in Biology Chemistry Science or related field.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• This is a fulltime exempt position. Regular organizational business hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Actual work schedule must be flexible to balance organizational needs outside of normal business schedule. Work is subject to recurring deadlines and interruptions.

Special Requirements

• Must provide own safety footwear.
• Must be available by telephone or other communication device.
• Will be registered with the state as a backup and alternate Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) in the event that the main ORC isnt able to be reached or separates from the district.
• Must abide by current Colorado Regulation Number 100Water and Wastewater Facility Operators Certification Requirements.
• Must abide by the current Colorado Certified Water Professional Code of Conduct.
• Adapts to changing situations processes and regulations.

Physical Demands

• Frequent use of keyboard devices frequently requires heavy lifting reaching stooping bending crawling crouching and climbing field visits require walking over uneven or rough terrain.
• Work may require occasional exposure to hazards; exposure to dirt and soil; temperature extremes and unusual environmental conditions. Subject to call back in emergencies. Use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards hand tools mechanical tools and devices. Appropriate professional interaction with others and in attendance at meetings of various sized groups and at various settings.
• The work is mostly sedentary with periods of light physical activity and is performed in office surroundings. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 20 pounds; climb stairs bend reach hold grasp and turn objects; and use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The work requires the ability to speak normally and to use normal or aided vision and hearing.

Unusual Demands

• Worker is required to provide assistance during call backs and emergencies subject to work hazards and unpleasant conditions occasionally works unusual hours weekend and holidays occasional exposure to inclement weather occasionally required to work beyond normally secluded work hours. Employee may be required to participate in a stand by or on call duty as necessary

This position is a safetysensitive position and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

This position is considered an Essential position to the District

Pueblo West Metropolitan District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.