Water Treatment Plant Manager

Water Treatment Plant Manager

Engineering and Public Works

The City of Athens is currently hiring a full-time Water Treatment Plant Manager. The Plant Manager manages a large municipal water treatment plant. This position is in the classified service of the City, requires a 60 - 180 day probationary period, and is exempt by the Fair Labor Standards Act.

This is a full-time position with a regular work schedule of Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. This position is in Pay Grade 9 with a starting hourly rate of $32.48 per hour. Employees enjoy a generous benefits package such as paid holidays, sick leave, vacation time, personal days, a comprehensive health insurance plan (including but not limited to prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), public employee pension match of 14%, wellness programming, parental leave and a fitness center membership.

A Civil Service Exam will be administered for this position on Wednesday, June 25th, 2025 at 10 am at City Hall, 8 E. Washington St., Athens, OH 45701. Applicants must show a valid, government issued Picture ID for entry to the test. Applicants must achieve a minimum passing score of 70% on the exam. To be eligible for military credit, a copy of the DD-214 showing honorable discharge must be submitted with the application packet. Members of the National Guard are also eligible for 15% credit. Military or National Guard credit is only applied to a passing score. No further notice will be given about the exam.  General inquires may be sent to Human Resources via email: [email protected] or by calling: 740-592-3367.

Applications must be received by 4 pm on Monday, June 23rd, 2025 to be eligible to sit for the examination.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. General inquires may be sent to Human Resources via email: [email protected] or by calling: 740-592-3367.

The City of Athens, OH is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We prefer applicants apply online; however, paper applications are available upon request. Please call Human Resources at 740-592-3367 if you need to request a paper application.

JOB DUTIES:

• Serves as the Primary Operator of Record for the city’s water treatment plant. 


• Plans, recommends, and directs the implementation of policies, regulations, facilities, and the financing of water treatment facilities. 


• Directs and reviews the activities of the staff engaged in water treatment. 


• Performs employee evaluations. 


• Evaluates the chemical analysis of water to determine changes in treatment processes. 


• Manages the city’s bulk water hauler station. 


• Prepares monthly work schedules, payroll, and other personnel information. 


• Provides technical information to government agencies, engineers, and citizens. 


• Prepares and maintains records of purchase orders for equipment, chemicals, personnel needs, and payment vouchers. 


• Prepares and recommends an annual operating budget for the department. 


• Oversees water sample collections on operations and other water treatment facilities. 


• Oversees mechanical processes, their maintenance, and evaluates replacement timetables.


• Prepares operational reports, annual operating reports, and annual consumer confidence reports. 


• Performs water plant lab analysis for maintaining certification. 


• Performs duties of Water Distribution Labor Supervisor as needed. 


• Performs the duties of the subordinates as needed. 


• Acts as water purveyor representative, providing plant tours and dealing with the news media. 


• Assumes other responsibilities and performs other related duties as needed.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Meet the attendance requirements of the position. 


• Knowledge of operation of a zeolite softening plant. 


• Knowledge of the principles of sanitary, mechanical, or civil engineering and the administration.


• Knowledge of the principles of treating both the domestic and industrial wastes. 


• Knowledge of the chemical labs and testing methods. 


• Knowledge of the analytical, organic, and inorganic chemistry including qualitative and quantitative analysis. 


• Ability to plan and supervise the work of others. 


• Ability to perform, analyze, and interpret chemical tests. 


• Knowledge of chemical and physical nature of water and various treatment processes. 


• Knowledge of hydraulics. 


• Ability to climb ladders in excess of 30 feet to investigate problems associated with water wells or water towers. 


• Ability to climb into pumping stations at a depth of 40 feet for investigation of maintenance problems. 


• Ability to maintain records and prepare complex reports. 


• Ability to maintain laboratory certification. 


• Possession of a valid State of Ohio commercial driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. 


• Good written, oral, organizational and interpersonal communications skills. 


• Possession of a valid State of Ohio Class III Water Treatment Operator’s license preferred. Possession of a valid State of Ohio Class II Water Treatment Operator's license is mandatory, with a Class III License obtained within 2 years of employment date.


• Completion of a bachelor’s from an accredited college or university in chemistry, bacteriology, physical sciences, engineering, or a related field. 


• Five or more years plant experience.


• Three to five years prior documented supervisory experience. 

The City may consider any other equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

A background check and post-offer medical exam are required.

First Aid and CPR certification must be obtained at the time of the next available class.

This position has been identified as being occupationally-at-risk for blood borne pathogens.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:                                                  City Engineer, Director of Engineering and Public Works

SUPERVISES:                                                                        Operator

                                                                                               Plant Mechanic Master Mechanic Intern

Revised:                                                                                 April 2021

Reviewed By:                                                                        City Engineer, Director of Engineering and Public Works

                                                                                               Human Resources Director

 This is a general description intended to provide general duties and qualifications. Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed. It is not intended to cover all situations, or all necessary qualifications. Job descriptions are subject to change.