Lead Wastewater Plant Operator

North Texas Municipal Water District•Allen, TX

1d•$31 - $45

About The Position

Under the direction of the Wastewater Plant Supervisor, the Lead Wastewater Plant Operator performs, plans, organizes, and supervises the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of wastewater facilities and associated systems, including headworks, liquids treatment, solids handling, odor control, structures, SCADA, and lift stations. The role performs and/or supervises work assignments to ensure acceptable asset condition, water quality, and health and safety standards, and supports efficient and effective facility operations. The position involves leading and training staff, monitoring and adjusting facility operations, maintaining operational records, coordinating maintenance and emergency responses, and supporting facility security, inventory, grounds, and housekeeping. Work is performed indoors and outdoors in wastewater conveyance and treatment environments, with frequent exposure to physical, environmental, and operational hazards. The role requires an irregular work schedule and overtime hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Four years of experience in wastewater treatment, or a suitable combination of directly relevant education and experience as determined by NTMWD.
Maintain a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Class B Wastewater Treatment Operator's License.
Maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License.
Gain and maintain in-depth knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, compliance requirements, operations and maintenance requirements, and reporting and record-keeping requirements.
Ability to troubleshoot wastewater equipment and processes, perform wastewater tests, and interpret results.
Ability to supervise personnel.
Effective written and verbal communication with supervisors, peers, and subordinates.
Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or trade certification.

Responsibilities

Monitor, analyze, and adjust facility operations using observation, sample collection and testing, instrumentation, and SCADA.
Train, lead, mentor, and evaluate staff, set a positive example, and encourage a culture of integrity, respect, safety, and teamwork.
Review written and electronic logs and records for accuracy and completeness, and use them to improve operational function and efficiency.
Assist with preparing work schedules and monthly, annual, and special reports on treatment facility management, operation, and maintenance.
Create service requests for repairs; coordinate with maintenance personnel; and plan, perform, and implement maintenance procedures for facility assets.
Follow and promote safety policies and practices, including applicable State requirements and NTMWD guidelines.
Monitor facility security and alert appropriate law enforcement agencies and/or supervisors to breaches as appropriate.
Communicate relevant information during emergencies and scheduled shutdowns; troubleshoot, diagnose, and report problems; and respond to emergencies.
Schedule and coordinate emergency responses, repairs, cleanup, and remediation.
Respond to stakeholder inquiries about facilities in a timely and effective manner.
Maintain facility grounds and perform general housekeeping.
Receive shipments, monitor unloading, verify shipment documents, and submit documents to appropriate personnel.
Perform inventory control and management.
Train staff on applicable policies and procedures and ensure compliance.
Assume the responsibilities of direct supervisors and subordinates as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.