Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Fort Pierce, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Water / Wastewater Systems
Division: Water Resources
Opening Date: 07/10/2026

Position Summary and Qualifications

Complex, administrative supervision and technical work in the overall management of the operations and maintenance of a Class "A" Lime Softening Drinking Water Treatment Plant, a Class "A" Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water Treatment Plant, associated laboratories, and ancillary facilities. Expected to administer, independently, the day to day operations of the Department.
Reports directly to the Director of Water & Wastewater Systems

Considerable knowledge of the practices and legal requirements of operating a complex drinking water plant.
Extensive knowledge of the complex mechanical, chemical and physical processes involved in operating and maintaining a Class "A" lime-softening drinking water plant, a Class "A" reverse osmosis plant.
Knowledge of water chemistry, microbiology, hydraulics, and hydrogeology.
Considerable knowledge of the operations and maintenance of a Deep Injection Well System (DIW).
Thorough knowledge of administrative reporting requirements of federal, state and local regulatory agencies.
Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisors, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental agencies, and the general public as needed.
Ability to understand, interpret, follow quickly and accurately brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.
Ability to apply principles of professional management to plan, organize, and direct the work activities of a variety of personnel.
Ability to direct the operations of a State Certified Drinking Water Lab.

Graduation from an accredited college with a B.S. degree in Engineering, Physical Science, or Natural Science, and at least five (5) years experience in the operation of a Class "A" Drinking Water Treatment Plant. Three (3) years experience must be in a supervisory capacity.
Possession of a Drinking Water Treatment Plant Operator's License or Water Distribution System Operator's license, issued by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection is highly desirable.
When considering new job applicants, a comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications

(NOTE: There are also secondary functions, which the employee will be required to perform.)
Plans, organizes, directs, and supervises the uninterrupted operation and maintenance of complex Lime Softening and Reverse Osmosis drinking water plants.
Responds in emergencies and takes personal responsibility for proper remedial measures in situations involving unusual difficulty or danger.
Coordinates and supervises the overall activities of all employees engaged in the operation and maintenance of the water plant(s), wellfields, repump facilities, and laboratories.
Monitors local, state and federal regulations regarding changes in procedures or personnel required to maintain regulatory compliance.
Prepares surveys and analytical reports on plant operations, maintenance, and processes. Make recommendations for alterations and additions to existing procedures and methods.
Prepares and administers the annual Personnel, O&M, and Capital Budgets as well as the projected 5 year Capital Improvement Plan for the department.
Assists in design and specification writing for plant expansion, equipment replacement, and rehabilitation.
Assists in planning and scheduling complex construction projects.
Administers DOH certified drinking water microbiology laboratory.
Administers the bacteriological monitoring program of the Water Distribution System per State of Florida rules/regulations.
Administers the operations and maintenance of drinking water supply wells including the recordkeeping and rehabilitation of such.
Maintains records and prepares reports to South Florida Water Management District with respect to Surficial and Floridan Aquifer wellfields, saltwater intrusion program (SWIMM), and Consumptive Use permit.
Responsible for ensuring that Federal and State rules/regulations are adhered to with respect to the overall operations and maintenance of drinking water supply wells, raw water collection system, treatment plant, storage, and repump facilities.
Selects, counsels, disciplines, and trains WR department employees.
Serves on various advisory committees, as designated.
Coordinates divisional activities with other divisions/departments.
HOLIDAYS: 12 paid holidays per year
VACATION: Accrual for Regular Employees:
0 through 5 years
12 days/year (96 hrs)
6 through 10 years
14 days/year (112 hrs)
11 through 15 years
17 days/year (136 hrs)
16 through 19 years
20 days/year (160 hrs)
More than 20 years23 days/year (184 hrs)
SICK: Accrual for All Regular Employees: 3.70 hours/pay period (96 hrs)

RETIREMENT PROGRAMS:

• City of Fort Pierce Retirement System (Mandatory Participation)
• International City Management Association (Mission Square) (Voluntary)
• Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP)

HEALTH INSURANCE: Effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service. FPUA pays most of employee premium and 71% of the dependent premium.

DENTAL INSURANCE - Becomes effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service. FPUA pays 100% of employee premium and 60% of the dependent premium.

VISION - Becomes effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service. FPUA pays 100% of employee premium eye care coverage for employees and a portion for their family members, including eye exams, glasses, contact lenses, etc.

LIFE INSURANCE - TERM (EMPLOYEES ONLY) - Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment policy equal to 1x employee's annual salary. Employees may also purchase, on a voluntary basis, additional life insurance through payroll deduction in $10,000 increments up to $100,000.

LONG TERM DISABILITY - Employees out for more than 90 days due to a disabling injury or illness will receive 60% of wage, up to $4,500 per month.

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS -

• CANCER, CRITICAL ILLNESS, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & ACCIDENT COVERAGE
• EDUCATION REIMBURSEMENT
• Flexible Benefit Program
• Wellness Program
• WHOLE LIFE INSURANCE
• DEPENDENT LIFE INSURANCE
• NORTON LIFELOCK

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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection, hiring or employment process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification of the selection process, discontinuing of the hiring process or termination of employment, no matter when discovered. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

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Referring to FPUA's _____________ job description, please describe skills and qualifications you have that would enable you to fulfill the duties of the ______________ position at FPUA. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed. << If you do not have skills and qualifications mentioned in the job description, respond with "N/A".
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Please list employers and employment dates where you have performed the job functions that are described in the Water Resources Superintendent job description.>> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed. << If you have not performed the job functions mentioned, respond with "N/A".
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Please provide personal examples of troubleshooting and problem solving you've encountered while in a position similar to the Water Resources Superintendent position. Also, tell us how you solved those problems.>> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed. << If you do not have personal examples of troubleshooting and problem solving to provide, respond with "N/A".
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