Ground Water Operations Superintendent at SJW Corp in New Braunfels, Texas

Specific
Responsibilities

The Superintendent manages the Company's groundwater operations to
meet regulatory compliance and drinking water standards. The Superintendent is
responsible for the overall efficient operation and inspection of all well
sites, including well performance, site maintenance, including coordination
with other departments including surface water and SCADA. Extensive liaison
with representatives of various regulatory and government agencies as well as
with business, industry, community groups, and the public.   


Plans, organizes and coordinates a comprehensive water production and quality control program, with a safety-first approach.
Acts as the technical expert for the Company in groundwater supply and maintains liaison with and participates in meetings with a variety of agencies and organizations.
Develops and recommends policies and procedures to perform work safely and efficiently.
Supervises the operation, inspection, and maintenance of well sites and pumping stations, including coordination and implementation of our SCADA Program.
Establishes and revises operating procedures to meet conditions and maintain acceptable standards of water quantity and pressure.
Responsible for the operation and maintenance of the SCADA control system with assistance of the SCADA team.
Establishes and maintains a training program for operator development and adherence to Company protocol and SOPs.
Maintains records and prepares written reports, budgets, and analyses as required.

Required
Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices; principles, practices, methods, equipment, and maintenance involved in the operation of well production and associated distribution facilities.
Ability to interpret plant, piping and distribution diagrams.
Use resourcefulness, and initiative, particularly in emergency situations.
Organize and prioritize work to meet varied and changing operational needs.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
Utilize a personal computer and current applications of word processing or spreadsheet software programs.
Good written and oral communication skills

Required
Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering, chemistry, biology, or a Class A Water License with 5 years of managerial experience.
Five years of administrative or managerial experience supervising professional staff that requires technical expertise in the field of water supply, storage, distribution, and water quality.
An advanced degree is desirable.
Must possess or make satisfactory progress towards possession of a Class A Water Treatment Operator License issued by the TCEQ.

Other
Requirements

Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and have a
satisfactory driving record.