Lead Water-Wastewater Operator

Nexus Water Group • Granite Shoals, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Water-Wastewater Operator performs routine checks of water and/or wastewater treatment systems and helps ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations. The role supports operations, maintenance, and customer service across facility systems and performs tasks assigned by a supervisor. The position is located in Granite Shoals, Texas, with some travel within the service area potentially required. Shift work is required; weekend scheduling and after-hours or weekend on-call support may be required.

The operator monitors facilities and equipment, performs effluent analyses and regulatory sampling, maintains operating records, and supports preventive maintenance and repairs. The role may provide functional supervision and training to an Operator in Training. Work takes place primarily outdoors and may involve adverse weather and environmental conditions, heavy equipment noise and vibration, moving machinery, high-voltage electrical equipment, hazardous chemicals, and wastewater bacteria.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Job-related skills and technical knowledge of water and wastewater operations and maintenance acquired through specialized courses and on-the-job training.
• Two years of directly related experience in water and/or wastewater system operations, maintenance, and customer service.
• A Class C Water and/or Class C Wastewater Certification issued by the TCEQ; the applicant must obtain Class C Water and Wastewater certifications within one year of accepting the position and a CSI issued by the TCEQ within two years.
• Basic computer skills and Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to interact and cooperate to coordinate work, resolve problems, and obtain information.
• Ability to apply procedures and guidelines and adapt standard methods to differing situations.
• Ability to work occasional irregular hours, shifts, weekends, and on-call periods.
• Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating backhoe and/or trackhoe equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine facility checks and monitor equipment and operations, including water wells, lift stations, and treatment plants.
• Help ensure compliance with TCEQ or NPDES permits and applicable regulations.
• Assess operational problems and diagnose equipment failures.
• Operate belt presses and keep facilities clean by scrubbing and washing them down as needed.
• Order supplies to maintain inventory.
• May provide functional supervision to an Operator in Training by setting priorities, assigning duties, scheduling work, and providing training.
• Perform daily effluent sample analyses, make adjustments to keep the facility within permit limits, and set up samplers for required regulatory samples.
• Maintain daily data logs for EPA and TCEQ reports.
• Assist with scheduling and performing routine preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Assist with water and wastewater line repairs, new line installation, and other assigned work.
• Inspect and maintain pumps, motors, valves, and other plant equipment, and troubleshoot problems.
• Pull motors and pumps for repair and fabricate parts as necessary.
• Respond to and investigate customer service calls.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off starting at three weeks annually.
• 11 company-paid holidays.
• Health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits beginning the first day of the month after the start date.
• 401(k) program with a 100% match on contributions up to 4% of salary, plus an additional 3% employer contribution.
• Professional development opportunities through training, professional certifications, and an education allowance.
• Company-provided life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Resource Groups.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED