Lead Water Wastewater Operator

Inframark•Wylie, TX

19h

About The Position

The Lead Operator trains and oversees the daily activities of Operators, resolves complex operations problems, and performs maintenance and operations activities at water and wastewater treatment facilities. A minimum C Water and Wastewater license is required, with licenses subject to state- and site-specific requirements. The role manages daily treatment-facility operations and maintenance, allocates work, and provides technical direction and assistance to personnel. The Lead Operator helps ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, safety requirements, and permits; communicates with the Operations Manager, contract laboratories, clients, and customers; and trains employees in plant operations, maintenance techniques, procedures, and safe work practices. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 5–7 years of water/wastewater experience. Previous supervisory experience is preferred. Physical demands include frequently lifting 50–60 pounds, moving large equipment and tools, accessing confined spaces, and continuously walking and climbing stairs and ladders. Employment offers are contingent on successful background screening, drug testing, and driving-record review where applicable.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
5–7 years of water/wastewater experience.
C Water and Wastewater license minimum; operator licenses must meet state- and site-specific requirements.
Valid driver’s license.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the internet.
Ability to use basic office equipment and phone systems.
Working knowledge of OSHA requirements, DOT regulations, and utility SOPs.
Advanced knowledge of process control measures.
Clear and professional communication, collaboration, composure in challenging situations, and a commitment to constructive feedback and respectful accountability.
Attention to detail and ability to identify and solve complex issues and develop creative solutions.
Ability to delegate, prioritize, and manage others’ work; balance competing priorities and deadlines; provide effective feedback; and manage cost, quality, and expedience.
Ability to motivate, train, coach, and mentor others; take accountability and initiative; and support change.
Frequently lift 50–60 pounds; load, unload, and move large equipment and tools; access confined spaces; and continuously walk and climb stairs and ladders.

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory experience.
Commercial driver’s license (CDL).

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day operation and maintenance activities at treatment facilities.
Allocate work and provide technical direction, assistance, and training to personnel.
Ensure standard operating procedures are followed and DOT, OSHA, and other requirements are met; recommend SOP improvements.
Coordinate with the Operations Manager on safety and permit compliance.
Work with contract laboratories to ensure appropriate reporting limits and address QA/QC issues.
Communicate with clients and customers about routine technical aspects of operations and respond to inquiries.
Train employees in plant operations, repair and installation techniques, SOPs, and safe work practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.