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Water & Sewer Superintendent - President Street Plant
$72,718 per year
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Water & Sewer Superintendent - President Street Plant
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$72,718 per year
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System OperatorsWater/Wastewater EngineersGeneral and Operations Managers
Sewage Treatment FacilitiesWater Supply and Irrigation SystemsWater and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
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Location: 1400 East President Street, Savannah, GA
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 2602928
Department: Water Reclamation
Division: President Street Plant
Opening Date: 10/05/2026
Closing Date: 11/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
PurposeCDL Enhancement: Additional $10,000.00 The City of Savannah is seeking a forward-thinking and conscientious leader to join our Water Reclamation team as the new Water & Sewer Superintendent. This position supervises the operation of the wastewater treatment filtration plant. Make a difference in the lives of our citizens and employees as the new Water & Sewer Superintendent! If you are driven and are looking for a career with purpose, complete your online application today!
Essential Job Functions:
Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
Coordinates, assigns, and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
Ensure that all equipment is properly serviced, repaired, and maintained so that all plant processes can operate properly and reliably.
Prioritizes maintenance and repair requests; monitors the work of personnel performing daily tasks.
Directs operations to ensure safe and adequate wastewater treatment; inspects work in progress and completed work; monitors rate flows and pressure indicators; inspects wastewater systems to ensure accuracy in chemical testing and process control; maintains air quality emission standards and completes air quality reports.
Coordinates and oversees the operations of the raw water pumping station, water treatment plant, water quality, and water distribution systems in the pumping, treatment, and distribution of adequate and safe water.
Performs inspections of water systems to ensure a safe and adequate water supply.
Coordinates and oversees the operation of pumping stations.
Ensures the collection, treatment, and distribution of adequate and safe water.
Reviews construction plans and specifications; ensures compliance with governmental codes and regulations.
Develops and enforces safety procedures for the conveyance system.
Manages the purchases, operation, and maintenance of equipment.
Performs public relations with customers, other city departments, other governmental agencies, and contractors.
Develops, maintains, and manages sewer rehabilitation projects.
Reviews technology and helps develop equipment specifications.
Meets with contractors and other city departments to review construction plans pertaining to installation, upgrades, and modifying physical and chemical processes of all facets of the surface water treatment facilities.
Maintains compliance with the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System.
Loads, unloads, and works with chlorine tanks and cylinders.
Works with SCADA personnel on the computerized control system.
Meets with contractors and other city departments to review construction plans pertaining to installation, upgrades, and modifications to the physical and chemical processes of all facets of the wastewater treatment facilities.
Coordinates work with other departments, outside contractors, utility companies, and related agencies.
Orders chemicals required for treating, testing, and wastewater; ensures an adequate supply is stocked at all times.
Remains on call for after-hours emergencies; schedules and assigns personnel and crews to specific areas and shifts in emergencies; evaluates response time and work of crews.
Investigates complaints; responds to suggestions and inquiries from customers.
Conducts training for crews regarding safety and other wastewater plant operations topics; schedules certification training and testing for employees.
Writes bid specifications for the procurement of equipment.
Compiles records for inclusion in monthly department reports; prepares data for reporting to the state.
Performs wastewater testing at work sites of crews, outside contractors; reviews state-mandated samples, and conducts state sampling programs.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate's Degree with four (4) years of supervised work experience in water/wastewater treatment; pipe fitting and construction; water/wastewater plant management; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must possess a Georgia Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Class 1 License
- Must possess and maintain a valid state commercial driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
Work Location: 1400 E President St,. Savannah, GA 31404
Additional Requirements:
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post-offer/pre-employment medical screen, and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.
Additional Information:
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal safe drinking water regulations.
- Knowledge of water treatment chemistry and microbiology.
- Knowledge of construction practices and contractual obligations.
- Knowledge of emergency response plans and protocols.
- Knowledge of city budgeting and purchasing procedures.
- Knowledge of city personnel policies.
- Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of computers and other modern office equipment.
- Skill in developing short- and long-range plans.
- Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.
- Skill in the training and supervision of personnel.
- Skill in the operation of computers and other modern office equipment.
- Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITSOverview of Benefits
- Paid Holiday
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
- Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
- Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
- Retirement SeminarsPPO Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Health & Wellness Incentives
- Long Term Disability
- Excellence and Service Recognition
- Employee Development and In-Service Training
- Educational Assistance Program
- Uniform Allowance (select positions)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounts and Memberships
- Employee Relations
- Direct Deposit
- Credit UnionPretax Parking Deductions
- Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
- Domestic Partnership Benefits
- HealthcarePPO Medical Plus PlanPPO Medical Basic PlanDental Plus PlanDental Basic PlanVision Service PlanLife Insurance
- Basic Life and ADDSupplemental Life Employee
- Supplemental Life Spouse
- Supplemental Life Child
- Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.01Do you possess a valid Georgia Water/Wastewater Operator Class 1 license?
- Yes02Do you have a valid Commercial Driver's License with an acceptable driving history?
Yes03Do you have an Associate's Degree with four (4) years of supervised work experience in water/wastewater treatment, pipe fitting and construction, water/wastewater plant management, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and expertise; or an equivalent combination of education and experience?
YesNo04Please describe your work experience in water/wastewater treatment, pipe fitting and construction, or water/wastewater plant management. (Experience must be listed on the application.)Required Question
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