Area Manager - Water Service Corporation
Hammond, LA 70401
About the Job
Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.
"Nexus" means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,300 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.
What We Offer
- Paid Time Off and Holidays: Starting at 3 weeks annually and paid company holidays
- Comprehensive Benefits: The first day of the month after your start, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. Other great benefits include company provided life insurance and Employee Assistance Program just to name a few.
- 401(k) Program: Employer contribution. Employer contribution made to the 401(k) plan are vested at 100% and start 30 days after your start.
- Grow with us: Professionally development opportunities through training, professional certifications, and education allowance
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG): ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization.
Overview
The Nexus Water Group team has an opportunity for an Area Manager. Oversees the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment plants. Provides leadership and guidance in water and wastewater plant management. Works with Regional Manager and Regional Director to ensure continuity of processes, goals and vision of the company.
Work location and schedule
This position is based in Hammond, LA. Travel required within service area. Requires 24 hour responsiveness to various situations.
What you'll do
- Develop strategic plans for water and wastewater facility needs; manages the design and construction of facilities and infrastructure.
- Hire, direct, evaluate, promote and discipline subordinate employees, including meter readers, operators, field technicians, etc, engaged in the operation of water/wastewater plants and distribution systems.
- Manage the operation of multiple water systems and wastewater treatment facilities.
- Oversee sampling and testing systems, and the functionality of pumps, conveyors, blowers and other equipment.
- Ensure water and wastewater quality consistently meet Federal, state and local laws.
- Ensure water and wastewater treatment is carried out in accordance with specified environmental protection regulations.
- Stay abreast of Federal, state and local regulations and environmental guidelines regarding water/wastewater treatment and distribution.
- Oversee the training of personnel in the areas of laboratory analysis, operations and maintenance procedures, as well as compliance to Company policies and procedures; trains employees of safety policies and procedures.
- Drive revenue by effectively challenging and motivating employees.
- Constant, independent travel daily between worksites on Company time.
- Respond to all emergency situations, including coordination of contractors, public notification and informing UI personnel and governmental agencies as needed.
- Meet Company goals and objectives in conformance with budgetary guidelines.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
What you'll bring
Experience
- Requires a minimum of 6 years progressive experience working in utility management or the utility industry.
- Requires knowledge and experience in the operations, maintenance and processes of water/wastewater treatment; knowledge of the controls, instrumentation and mechanical equipment in the utility industry; knowledge of standard practices, terminology and safety standards in the utility industry; thorough knowledge of local, state and Federal water/wastewater regulations; knowledge and experience with the materials and chemicals used in these treatment processes.
Education
- HS Diploma or GED
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree, this may be required in some circumstances; completion of multiple utility industry related courses, seminars, management and supervisory training is preferred.
Certifications/Licenses
- Must hold the minimum licensing in order to be responsible operator in charge, or ability to attain within 1 year of employment; must maintain a valid driver's license.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to frequently perform moderate to heavy physical demands, including lifting (75 lbs.), walking, climbing and mechanical repair.
- Ability to effectively supervise skilled and unskilled employees, including ability to mentor, evaluate and guide staff to increase skill level, morale and efficiency.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, regulatory agencies and their personnel.
- Ability to objectively coach employees through complex, difficult and emotional issues.
- Ability to implement recommendations to effectively resolve problems or issues by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation or government law.
- Ability to delegate responsibility and authority to maximize use of employees' skills.
- Ability to keep accurate records and prepare and submit accurate reports.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to provide for safe working conditions for fellow workers.
- Ability to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public.
- Ability to understand and implement a variety of the field's concepts, practices and procedures.
- Proven ability to motivate others in the pursuit of Company goals.
- Familiarity with computer applications MS Word, Excel and utilizing tablet and mobile device; ability to learn internal software programs Ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
Work Environment
- Moderate to heavy physical demands, including lifting (75 lbs.), walking (10+ miles daily), climbing and mechanical repair.
- Handheld and/or Blackberry, laptop; water facility equipment and machinery including pumps, aerators, chemical feed equipment, booster pumps, etc.; jack hammer and other construction equipment; operates a Company issued motor vehicle.
About Our Company
We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law.
We are an E-Verify participating employer.
