Assistant Superintendent

If you have a passion for the environment and appreciate the efforts of those who protect it, this opportunity may be for you! The Kankakee River Metropolitan Agency (KRMA) is currently seeking an Assistant Superintendent to join our team. This position offers an outstanding salary and benefits package. This position is under the supervision and direction of the Superintendent.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a member of the KRMA management team, this position has primary responsibility for overseeing the operations and maintenance of the Publicly Owned Treatment Works Facility (POTW). This position, when authorized, may represent KRMA on behalf of the Superintendent. 

• Supervise the daily operation and maintenance of the treatment facility
• Responsible for the direction and supervision of daily work assignments to all personnel which includes Operations Manager, Lead Operations and Maintenance Specialists, Operations and Maintenance Specialists, and Electrical Instrumentation and Control Specialists
• Procures plant equipment, parts, and supplies to meet the operational needs of the plant
• Work with vendors and staff to ensure timely preventative and corrective maintenance of plant equipment 
• Oversee the asset management software, including the plant work order system 
• Monitor plant processes and performance for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and permit requirements
• Work closely with laboratory personnel to make informed process control decisions 
• Attend all meetings of the Board of Directors
• Preparation of reports to the Board of Directors and IEPA  

OTHER DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the development/implementation of the annual operating and capital improvement budgets, five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), public relations program, employee training program, and personnel policies and procedures
• Assist in the procurement of contractual services for repairs, improvements, technical/engineering and sludge disposal