Assistant Chief Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

The Town of Bethlehem Department of Public Works is seeking Assistant Chief Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator candidates to work at the Town’s sewage treatment facilities.  Primary duties include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:

•           Acts on behalf of the Chief Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator;

•           Supervises the daily operations of the sewage treatment plants to assure safe, efficient, and economical use of equipment, supplies, and manpower;

•           Makes daily inspection of the plants and machinery and equipment, directing necessary repairs and maintenance;

•           Conducts or supervises necessary tests for control of plant operation;

•           Issues instructions for the regulation of chlorinators and chemical feeders;

•           Supervises and instructs operators, trainees and other subordinate employees;

•           Assists the Chief Operator in special studies for improvement of quality and plant operations, and in maintaining in inventory of supplies, chemicals and equipment ;

•           Maintains records and prepares periodic reports on the operation of the plant. 

Minimum Qualifications Required:

A.        Either:

1.         Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered two (2) year College with an Associate in Applied Science Degree (or an Associate of Arts Degree with 30 credit hours of math or science) and 18 months of approved operating experience of a 3A (or higher) wastewater treatment plant; or

2.         Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and three (3) years of approved operating experience of a 3A (or higher) wastewater treatment plant.

Incumbents must maintain a 3A certification to maintain employment.

Must possess a NYS CDL-B (Commercial Driver License) within 6 months of hire date and retain this license during employment.

Salary range for this position is currently: $67,104-$82,517.

Town benefits include paid vacation, holidays, sick time, medical and dental insurance, and New York State Retirement.
 

Please send resume, completed employment application, and cover letter by March 1, 2024 to:

Mary Tremblay-Glassman, Human Resources, Town of Bethlehem, 445 Delaware Avenue, Delmar, New York 12054.

Town of Bedford Water Foreperson January 2024

Due to retirement, the Town of Bedford is seeking a Water Maintenance Foreperson. The Town owns, operates, and maintains four water districts.

Three have groundwater supplies and one has a microfiltration plant. The systems have a total of 30 miles of water mains and 4 storage tanks. Under the general supervision of the DPW Commissioner, the Foreperson performs and supervises the installation, maintenance and repair of a water distribution system and the operations and maintenance of water supply facilities. This is a responsible supervisory position requiring the Foreperson to oversee the installation and repair of production and treatment facilities, water mains, valves, hydrants, and service pipes to consumer's premises. The position is a "working" foreperson and must be available for duty at all times in case of emergency. Detailed instructions are given to water personnel and the work is closely supervised. Supervision is exercised over Water Maintenance Workers and other labor personnel in the department.

Work Includes:

•           Supervises the installation, maintenance and repair of the water distribution system which consists of mains, valves, hydrants, reservoirs, and service pipes to consumer's premises;

•           Leads and directs the laying, maintaining and tapping of water mains;

•           Consults with the DPW Commissioner and other supervisor on technical problems;

•           Supervises the operation and repair of treatment and chemical feed equipment at water treatment facilities;

•           Reads and prepares plans or sketches of water systems and records and tracks changes therein into geographic information systems or other devices to reflect current water distribution system conditions and design;

•           Requisitions materials and keeps inventory of water maintenance materials for hydrants, valves, meters, water mains, service lines, and production facilities from vendors and suppliers;

•           Responds at all times to emergency repair jobs;

•           Maintains all water recording and measuring instruments;

•           Prepares required data, reports and notifications pertaining to the water treatment and distribution system for supervisor including records of time and materials;

•           Conducts investigations of consumer complaints and provides resolution;

•           Functions as a liaison to public and/or regulatory agencies during repairs and emergencies;

•           Assist supervisor with cost estimates, project planning and budget preparation;

•           Performs and supervises meter installation and reading;

•           Uses computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail, database and GIS software in performing work assignments.

Required knowledge, skills, abilities and attributes:

•           Thorough knowledge of practices, tools, equipment, and terminology used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water production, treatment, and distribution systems;

•           Ability to keep basic records and take measurements; record figures accurately and make simple calculations; read and draft plans or sketches; plan, layout and supervise the work of others; meet and deal effectively with the public; follow oral and written directions; operate automotive equipment; effectively use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail, database and GIS software; mechanical ability; dependability; initiative; tact, and physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.

•           Ability to successfully take the Westchester County Civil Service test for this position when it is next offered.

Minimum acceptable training and experience:

•           Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and either: (a) three (3) years of experience where the primary function of the position was as a plumber or as a maintenance person in a water maintenance related field; or (b) three (3) years of experience where the primary function of the position was the operation, maintenance and/or repair of mechanical equipment related to water distribution systems (such as pumps, valves, pipes, hydrants, reservoirs, service pipes, etc.)

•           Possession of a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State appropriate to the vehicle to be operated. CDL not required.

•           Possession of IIA, C and D New York State Health Department licenses.

Salary is per the union contract, $87,000 - $102,000. Interested applicants should contact Kevin Winn, Bedford DPW Commissioner, 914-241-2458, kwinn@bedfordny.gov.

JOB TITLE: Director of Sales and Marketing

STATUS: Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Sales

REPORTS TO: President

JOB SUMMARY: Directs and manages Marketing, Sales, and Customer Service activities of organization by performing the following duties and responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:            

•           Develops and implements both national and international strategic sales plans to accomplish corporate goals.

•           Creates new markets for products through profitable innovative marketing promotions.

•           Prepares periodic sales report showing sales volume, potential sales, and areas of proposed expansion.

•           Provides market analysis to determine customer needs, price schedules, and discount rates.

•           Monitors and evaluates the activities and products of the competition.

•           Directs and mentors inside sales and customer service team to achieve optimum customer service while increasing sales and profitability.

•           Directs channel development activity and coordinates sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals.

•           Directs product simplification and standardization to eliminate unprofitable items from sales line.

•           Devises new ways of developing public interest in our water filtration systems and filters.

•           Directs sales forecasting activities and sets performance goals accordingly.

•           Develops and updates monthly, quarterly, yearly, and two-year forecasts for each product group.

•           Responsible for meeting or exceeding forecasted sales goals.

•           Represents company at trade association meetings to promote product.

•           Analyzes sales statistics to formulate policy and assist dealers in promoting sales.

•           Interfaces routinely with Engineering staff:  Stays current with all developments of codes, rules and laws concerning product performance claims.

•           Advises dealers, distributors, and clients concerning sales and advertising techniques.

•           Delivers sales presentations to key clients in coordination with sales representatives.

•           Meets with key clients, assisting sales representative where applicable with maintaining relationships, negotiating and closing deals.

•           Works with our customers to get the best visual display of our products on their shelves.

•           Follows up on all potential customer acquisitions.

•           Develop advertising and packaging appearance for new products to appeal to the public.

•           Works with advertising agencies to promote products as conspicuously as possible.

•           Coordinates liaison between sales department and other company units.

•           Analyzes and controls expenditures of division to conform to budgetary requirements.

•           Responsible for maintaining accounts receivable and developing strategies for collecting past due accounts.

•           Assists other departments within the organization to prepare manuals and technical publications.

•           Recommends budget, expenditures and appropriations for research and development work.

•           Assigns sales territory to sales representatives.

•           Directs staffing, training, and performance evaluations to develop and control sales program.

•           Develops where required and maintains and enforces all sales processes.

•           Participates as a team member involving all product design and document change related issues.

•           Cross trains in existing sales processes and new sales processes

•           Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

•           Extensive Travel is required:  Trade shows, training meetings, sales meetings, sales calls, Domestic and International are required, must be ready, willing, and able to travel at any time, almost anywhere. Valid Passport

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

•           Supervises sales personnel, product representatives and Customer Services Personnel. Develops methods to evaluate the performance of all employees and sales representatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

•           To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

•           Master’s degree (M.A.) in Business Marketing or equivalent; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

•           Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.

•           Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

•           Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.

•           Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

•           Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.

•           Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to calculate margins.

•           Metric conversions

COMPUTER SKILLS:

•           Ability to work effectively with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Salesforce and Syspro.

REASONING ABILITY:

•           Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid

conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

JOB PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

1.         Creates and implements plans to attain sales goals.

2.         Provides manufacturing with accurate forecasts and variance reports on a quarterly basis by product and territory.

3.         Attains targeted profit margins and product mix goals.

4.         Develops new product markets for products.

5.         Evaluates and coordinates new markets and development plans to introduce products for market entry.

6.         Maintains, develops, and strengthens all distribution channels.

7.         Ensures subordinates perform to identified standards.

8.         Does not exceed the allowed number of absences as defined in the employee policy manual.

9.         Exhibits flexibility/willingness to learn new technologies/techniques, and new processes.

10.       Exhibits ability to apply new processes.

11.       Communicates exceptionally well.

12.       Follows up to completion of all projects.

PROJECT MANAGER – Queensbury, NY

THE POSITION
The Project Manager (PM) will be under the supervision of the Area Manager and work in the Queensbury area. The PM ensures established goals and objectives are met within framework of established corporate or organizational policy. The PM will manage any number of employees directly or as participants of a project team. They are responsible for regulatory compliance, client relations, and financial performance of Contract Operations. This is a salaried position which requires a minimum of 40 hours per week on site.

THE DAY-TO-DAY

         Provides Area Manager with budget needs and requests.

         Addresses fiscal responsibilities including meeting established Gross Margin goals.

         Responsible for preparing and submitting Operations Reports including all contractually obligated client reports by the 10th of the month to the client and Area Manager.

         Maintains excellent communications & working relationship with Key Personnel. Reports any issues to the Area Manager.

         On-call availability.

         Ensures adherence to Health and Safety Standards Program, Environmental Regulatory requirements, and other statutory requirements.

         Completes monthly training assignments, as well as company vehicle and safety audit reports in SOSPES.

         Ensures that all safety tasks and observations are completed on time for both the PM and the staff. Verifies that all trainings assigned by safety personal are completed for PM and staff by checking in SOSPES monthly.

         Attends monthly safety committee and regional update meetings.

         Conducts monthly meetings with client or as needed.

1.         Conducts annual reviews for staff.

2.         Makes sure that the treatment plant has coverage on scheduled time off and it is approved by the Area Manager.

         Keep up with new policies and procedures that come from H2O, NYDES and EPA. Train staff on these changes.

         Trains new employees on routine testing of water, recording test results and maintaining the plant logbook with accurate and timely entries of activities.

         Perform other duties as required.

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES DESIRED

Professional:

         Water experience preferred.

         Must have proven team leadership skills and experience.

         Minimum required high school diploma or equivalent.

         Must be 21 years of age, have a valid state driver’s license with no DUIs and no more than 3 violations in the past three (3) years, and have been licensed at least 3 years.

         Technical or mechanical work experience preferred.

Special Skills/Abilities Needed:

         Computer skills (MS Office) are a must.

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

         Ability to speak and hear: 4-8 hr/day

         Walking & Standing: 4-8 hr/day

         Bending & Reaching: 4-8 hr/day

         Pushing & Pulling: 4-8 hr/day

         Use Hands & Fingers to Handle, Touch & Reach: 4-8 hr/day

         Climb Stairs or Ladders

         Balance, Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, Crawl & Sit

         Physical Effort: Regularly lift 10-25 pounds, occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs

         Vision: Must be able to Distinguish Color and have Close & Distance Vision

         Ability to Operate Motors fueled by Gasoline, Diesel, or Gaseous fuels.

         Ability to Paint & Use Hand Tools.

         Environmental Stress: Busy Atmosphere, Working Inside and Outside including Very Hot Temperatures & Snow and Ice. Noise Level is Moderate.

Salary is $75,000 - $100,000 DOE