Wastewater Operations Supervisor

Job overview

The Wastewater Operations Supervisor is an onsite, full-time role in Decatur, IL, with dayshift hours. The salary range is $85,000–$125,000 per year. The Sanitary District of Decatur provides wastewater treatment services and describes its work as contributing to the environment. The supervisor directs daily operations at a continuously operating 41 MGD wastewater treatment plant, overseeing treatment processes, staff, compliance, safety, and operational performance. The role supports effective treatment, regulatory compliance, and reliable plant operations through process control, training, and coordination.

What you'll do

• Plan, direct, coordinate, and manage wastewater and biosolids treatment operations
• develop process-control strategies and analyze operational and laboratory data
• maintain and recommend SCADA modifications
• ensure regulatory compliance
• inspect processes and troubleshoot
• schedule and supervise operators across shifts
• coordinate laboratory analyses and instrumentation
• support equipment procurement and facility improvement projects
• administer the operations budget
• manage safety, SOPs, training, staffing, and emergency operations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

decatur il

sanitary district of decatur

wastewater operations supervisor

wastewater treatment

biosolids

scada

regulatory compliance

plant operations

class 1 operator certificate

$85k–$125k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive pay
• secure retirement through IMRF
• dayshift hours
• work-life balance
• relocation assistance available.

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma or GED, ten years of progressively responsible activated-sludge wastewater treatment plant experience, an Illinois EPA Class 1 Wastewater Treatment Works Operator certificate, and a valid Illinois driver’s license. Residency within Macon County is required within 180 days of accepting the position; relocation assistance is available.

About the employer

Sanitary District of Decatur is hiring for this role. Industry: Sewage Treatment Facilities. Sector: 22.