Water Plant Supervisor

Moorhead Public Service (MPS) is accepting applications for a Water Plant Supervisor. Under limited supervision, this position has the overall responsibility to direct and control staff and equipment of Moorhead Public Service’s Water Treatment Plant, Water Treatment Plant Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, raw water pumping stations, and finished water pumping stations and reservoirs. This position is directly responsible for implementation of the Water Treatment Plant’s work plan, productivity, effectiveness, and policy enforcement; ensuring safe working procedures and conditions; and assisting in laboratory activities.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree with curriculum in chemistry, biology, environmental chemistry, civil sanitary engineering, or related field; five years of progressively responsible experience in the operation of a surface water and lime softening treatment plant; and three years of supervisory and/or lead work responsibility.

Desired qualifications include an advanced degree, equaling a Master's degree, in engineering or science, and two years of ozone disinfection experience.

The 2024 salary range for this position is between $8,582 and $13,203 monthly. The starting salary will be dependent upon experience and education. Excellent health insurance and benefits package. 

Closing Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024.

Application form and job description are available at https://www.mpsutility.com/index.php/en/employment-opportunities/newest-jobs  or by calling 218.477.8000, Option 4.

Applicants MUST complete an MPS Application for Employment to be considered for employment with MPS. EOE.