Coaching, Communication Skills, Control Systems, Corporate Policies, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Government Regulations, Leadership, Operations Management, Operations Processes, People Management, Plant Management, Process Control Engineering, Profit & Loss, Regulations, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Staff Development, Test Automation, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Willing to Travel, Workforce Management
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Job Title: Superintendent, Field Operations
Posting Start Date: 6/9/26
Job Description:
Primary Role
American Water is currently seeking a Superintendent, Field Operations to work out of our Woodridge, IL office location. Supervises the day-to-day plant maintenance and control room operations in accordance with Company policies and procedures and all applicable governmental laws and regulations.
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Key Accountabilities
- Supervise and coordinate plant maintenance and control room work groups
- Assures policies, procedures, programs and performance are adhered to ensure the continuing and increasing operational efficiency, effectiveness, and profitability
- Train and develop personnel in proper operational integrity (quality, environment, reliability, health, safety, security, etc.) is maintained
- Review control logic strategies and implement programing to optimize control strategies for treatment and pumping processes and automate where appropriate. Perform quality assurance checks of automation and process control systems
- May be involved in customer service-related issues
- Implement and foster the coaching and development of employees, including idea generation, within respective functional areas
- Develop and maintain relationship with Process Control vendors. Supports managers to ensure effective people management policies and practices are developed and implemented (e.g., time and attendance, workforce management, etc.) and ensure resources are developed and deployed appropriately. Continue to reinforce the importance of developing a diverse workforce
- Work collaboratively with other functions leads to mitigate business risks. Implement effective communications at all levels of our operations. Provide effective leadership that will enhance our abilities to be flexible to changing business environments. Contribute to effective communication by listening and providing constructive feedback; supporting the creation of an open and honest work environment; cascading and sharing knowledge and information relevant to other members of the team and colleagues across the business
- May assist with water operations as needed
Knowledge/Skills
- Knowledge of the regulated water business and the regulations impacting the business
- Knowledge of process and operational areas
Experience/Education
- Bachelor's or equivalent experience
- Minimum 2-5 years' experience in operations
- State license preferred. Must possess valid drivers license
Travel Requirements
- Local and occasional regional travel
Work Environment
- Indoor and outdoor environment
- 24/7 operations
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American Water Works Co Inc