Classified Ad Title:
Wastewater Maintenance Supervisor
Post Date
10/17/2025
Expiration Date
1/31/2026
Details:
JOB TITLE: Wastewater Maintenance Supervisor
DEPARTMENT: Public Service – Wastewater
REPORTS TO: Wastewater Treatment Plant Facility Manager or Assistant Manager
STATUS: Classified/Non-Exempt/Full-time/Non-Union
TARGET WAGE: $33.65 per hour to $40.86 per hour
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Under the general guidance of the Wastewater Facilities Manager, this position oversees and
proactively manages the maintenance of the city’s two wastewater treatment plants and thirteen (13)
sanitary pump stations. The Maintenance Supervisor serves as the head of the maintenance
department; the lead for in-house maintenance projects; troubleshoots and develops plans of action
for the repair of mechanical, electrical, and process operating systems to minimize loss of service;
and serves as a first responder for problems that occur outside of scheduled operating hours.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Directly supervises and coordinates the Wastewater Department's activities in maintenance,
operations or monitoring. Performs various skilled, technical, supervisory, and administrative duties in
planning, operating, repairing, maintaining, and replacing the city’s wastewater treatment systems.
• Plans, schedules and participates in the construction, maintenance, and operation activities
designed to provide quality wastewater collection and treatment services for the city.
• Trains and supervises employees performing the duties of maintenance, monitoring,
operations, standards, and local, state, and federal regulations.
• Administers employee evaluations with the Facilities Manager for assigned staff
• Oversees and reviews the Maintenance Department program and administers updates and
adjustments as needed
• Oversees and reviews the SCADA system and administers updates and adjustments as
needed
• When required, supervises wastewater maintenance workers in assigned areas and other
areas.
• Assumes responsibility for purchasing and maintaining all materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Participates in staff meetings regarding the operation, maintenance and monitoring of the
facilities
• Conducts daily inspections of plant facilities to determine if the equipment is functioning
properly to detect potentially unsafe or unhealthy operating procedures, etc.
• Advises Wastewater Facilities Manager and other city personnel in matters relating to
wastewater treatment activities
• Provides information to various civic, educational and public groups and individuals regarding
wastewater collection and treatment problems and services.
• Ensures the proper execution of all contracted work related to maintenance projects
• Must be on call twenty-four (24) hours a day for emergencies or other disruptions that
may occur at the facility.
• Ability to actively perform maintenance and operational tasks as needed
Qualifications:
SPECIAL TRAINING AND REQUIREMENTS (CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, ETC.):
PLEASE NOTE: As a condition of continued employment, the following requirement must be
met within 24 months of hire/transfer: Class II Certification License issued by the Ohio
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) preferred; or the ability to obtain a Class II Certification
License within 24 months of employment is required.
• Class I Certification License issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
• Commercial Driver’s License Class B with a safe driving record is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license Class D with a safe driving record is required, as is the ability to
operate a city-owned vehicle as a requirement to perform the job.
Comments:
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of principles, practices and equipment used in wastewater treatment collection
• Knowledge of pump station operation and design
• Ability to plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the maintenance or monitoring work of the
department and facilities
• Ability to establish, communicate and enforce personnel policies, procedures, and directives
necessary to effectively maintain productivity, safety, and efficiency
• Ability to guide and motivate employees within a diverse work force
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with city officials, employees,
other city staff and the public
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors,
other agencies, and the public
• Integrity, sense of responsibility and independent judgment
• Knowledge of or training in computer applications used within the department
• Basic understanding of all equipment used in the wastewater treatment plant and sanitary
pump stations
• Knowledge of and ability to use/operate tools and equipment listed
• Must present a neat, courteous, and professional appearance and attitude at all time
• Orders replacement parts and works with approved contractors and suppliers on maintenance
projects under the direction of the Facilities Manager
• Develops an annual plan for preventive maintenance that is updated quarterly, based on input
from the Wastewater Facilities Manager; and provides updates on a quarterly basis.
• Read, interpret, and understand blueprints, specifications, written reports, memoranda and
manuals for process, electrical and mechanical equipment and systems at the wastewater
treatment plant and sewage pump stations.
• Has the ability to work independently to troubleshoot and devise plans of action for repairs to
minimize loss of service to city residents.
• Performs measurements and calculations as required.
Employer:
City of Aurora
Contact:
Karen Pope
Work Phone:
330-562-6390
Email:
popek@AuroraOH.com.