Salary: $63,104.00 - $112,924.00 Annually
Location : T Z Osborne Plant 2350 Huffine Mill Road McLeansville NC, NC
Job Type: Active Full-Time
Job Number: 05576
Department: Water Resources
Division: Osborne Plant
Opening Date: 10/17/2026
Closing Date: 11/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
DescriptionLead With Purpose - Protect Greensboro's Water and the EnvironmentThe City of Greensboro Water Resources Department seeks a knowledgeable, accountable, safety-focused leader to oversee daily operations at an assigned wastewater treatment plant. As
a Plant Supervisor, you will guide plant personnel, ensure treatment processes operate effectively, and help protect public health and the environment through compliance with City, state, and federal requirements. This is an opportunity to combine technical expertise, operational leadership, and environmental stewardship in support of an essential City service.
Compensation and Benefits:Estimated Hiring Salary Range: $72,653.00 - $83,653.00
Full Salary Range: $63,104.00. - $112,924.00. Annually
Benefits: The City of Greensboro offers an outstanding benefits package that supports your well-being.
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Work Schedule:Monday-Friday 6:45 am - 7::00 pm
About Water Resources:The Water Resources Department provides safe, dependable drinking water and wastewater treatment while maintaining the infrastructure that supports Greensboro's water and sewer services. Through its treatment facilities and operational teams, the department protects public health, supports environmental quality, and helps ensure reliable services for residents and businesses throughout the community.
About the Role:As a Plant Supervisor, you will oversee and direct daily operations at an assigned wastewater treatment plant, ensuring treatment processes and associated facilities operate properly and in accordance with applicable requirements. You will serve as the designated Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) or Backup Operator in Responsible Charge (BORC), as assigned, and provide leadership and supervision to plant operators.
Key responsibilities include:- Oversee and direct daily wastewater treatment plant operations to support effective, reliable, and compliant performance.
- Ensure treatment processes, plant facilities, and environmentally sensitive systems operate properly.
- Maintain compliance with City of Greensboro procedures and applicable state and federal regulations, guidelines, statutes, and laws.
- Serve as the designated ORC or BORC for the assigned plant, as directed.
- Supervise plant operators and coordinate work activities to support daily operational needs.
- Participate in personnel management responsibilities, including hiring, disciplinary actions, and employee performance evaluations, as applicable.
- Provide operational guidance and direction to staff to support consistent procedures and effective plant performance.
- Promote safe work practices and accountability throughout plant operations.
Bring Your Leadership to Water Resources:If you are a wastewater treatment professional who values operational excellence, environmental protection, regulatory compliance, and team leadership, the Plant Supervisor position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in one of Greensboro's most essential public services.
Ready to Make an Impact?Bring your operational knowledge, leadership skills, and commitment to environmental stewardship to the City of Greensboro Water Resources Department and help ensure wastewater treatment operations protect our community and the environment for years to come.
This job is Non-Exempt and is subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:- High School diploma/GED
- Valid Driver's License
- 4+ years of wastewater experience
- Grade 4 Biological WPC System Operator ( "or" the ability to obtain one within 18 months of hire date)
Preferred Qualifications:- Associate's degree in biology, Chemistry, or a science-related field. Working knowledge of basic wastewater laboratory analysis and NPDES permits.
- Prior Supervisory experience
- Basic knowledge of computer SCADA control systems.
- Experience with basic wastewater laboratory analysis and NPDES permits.
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Do you have a Valid Driver's License?
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What is your highest level of Education? Please select Not Applicable if you do not possess a high school diploma or GED.
- Not Applicable
- High School Diploma / GED
- Some College
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
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Do you have basic SCADA computer control systems experience?
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Briefly describe your experience with SCADA control system. **If no experience, indicate "N/A" in the designated area **
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How many years of supervisory experience do you possess?**Experience MUST also be clearly indicated in the "Employment/Work History" section of your application.**
- No experience
- Less than 1 year experience
- 1 year experience, but less than 3 years experience
- 3 years experience, but less than 5 years experience
- 5 years experience, but less than 7 years experience
- 7 years experience, but less than 10 years experience
- 10 plus years experience
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Do you have an NC Grade III Wastewater Certification?*** Certifications "MUST" also be reflective in the duties/work section or misc. information of the application. ***
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Are you a Grade 4 Biological WPC System Operator?*** Experience must also be reflected in the duties/work section of the application. ***
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Do you have as Associates Degree or higher in any of the following areas?
- I do not possess an Associate's Degree or higher
- Engineering
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Other (related degree)
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How many years of experience do you have in a Wastewater setting or related environment?
- None
- 1-3 years of experience
- 4-6 years of experience
- 7-9 years of experience
- 10 or more
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How many years of supervisory experience do you possess in the wastewater industry? **Experience must also be reflected on Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.**
- No experience
- Less than 1 year experience
- 1 year experience, but less than 2 years experience
- 2 years experience, but less than 4 years experience
- 4 years experience, but less than 6 years experience
- 6 years experience, but less than 10 years experience
- 10 or more years experience
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Do you have basic wastewater laboratory analysis, NPDES permits and requirement experience?
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"Clearly" describe your basic wastewater laboratory analysis, NPDES permits and requirement experience.** If no experience, indicate "N/A" in designated area **
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Do you have experience with GE Cimplicity and Proficy Systems"
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"Clearly" describe your experience with GE Cimplicity and Proficy Systems.**If no experience, indicate "N/A" in the designated area. **
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