Water System Superintendent

ICMS is looking for a Water System Superintendent to join our team onsite for a contract in Beltsville, Maryland. Successful candidates will manage the daily wastewater plant operations, ensure compliance with state/ federal environmental permits and oversee staff.  This position requires detailed knowledge of and the ability to operate a large wastewater system, deep understanding of MDE rules, testing protocols, and safety compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

·        Plant Operations: Directs daily activities at the wastewater treatment plant, pumping stations, and sewer collection systems.

·        Regulatory Compliance: Acts as the "person in responsible charge" to ensure treated water meets Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) and EPA standards.

·        Reporting: Prepares and submits Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) and other regulatory paperwork.

·        Data Analysis: Reviews biological, chemical, and physical lab data to adjust treatment processes.

·        Program Management: Oversees specialized initiatives like the Biosolids Program and Industrial Pretreatment Ordinances.

·        Staff Management: Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate operators and technicians.

·        Budget and Planning: Monitors operating budgets and coordinates infrastructure upgrades with contractors.

·        Possess analytical skills necessary to recognize, diagnose, and, within limits, repair equipment and system malfunctions.

·        Understand verbal and written instructions and to give readily understood information in both verbal and written forms

·        Demonstrate equipment mastery within a 90-day period.

Required Qualifications:

·       High School Diploma, bachelor’s or associate degree in biology, environment science, chemistry or related field strongly preferred.

·       Familiarity with MDE rules, testing protocols, and safety compliance

·       Minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a licensed MDE superintendent, with three (3) years managing advanced treatment systems.

·       Must hold a MD Class 5A or Class 5W Wastewater Treatment Superintendent’s License.

·       Ability to manage staffing, scheduling, on-call and after-hours coverage; capable of working multiple shifts

·       Excellent written and verbal communication abilities in English.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• A valid state’s driver's license (with no major infractions) is required
• Maryland Class 5A or 5W License
• OSHA 30 Training

Security Clearance:

All contractor personnel must attain and maintain a USDA LincPass and pass a background check; personnel must be U.S. Citizens or Lawful Permanent Residents.

Benefits:

• $5.09 per hour in Health and Welfare Benefits IAW SCA Wage Determination rates
• Medical, Dental and Vision Program 100% covered for employee
• Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan of 3% Automatic Contribution
• 11 Paid Government Holidays
• 56 Hours Sick Leave
• PTO based on years of service starting at 80 hours

Job Type: Non-Exempt, Full-Time Onsite Position (Telecommute not considered for this position)

Work schedules are subject to change based on client and company needs. As a management position, this person will be on call regularly and be available for and respond to emergencies off shift.

Location: Beltsville, MD 20705

Hourly Pay Rate: $32.51 per hour

ICMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.