Operator II

Trinity River Authority of Texas•Roanoke, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing skilled duties in the operation of water or wastewater treatment plant or a raw water pumping plant. Duties involve routine inspection of plant processes and equipment. Works under general supervision. Operator II Salary : MIN $22.394 per hour - MID $29.112 per hour commensurate with experience and skill set. C Wastewater license is required for OPII Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License Shift Differential Pay : Second shift: + $2.00 per hour Third shift: + $3.00 per hour

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; sixty college credit hours preferred or equivalent technical education.
Two years of experience in water/wastewater or raw water pumping plant.
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (or predecessor agency) Class C Water or Wastewater Operator's Certificate of Competency required.
Must be able to pass Plant specific Operator II test such as the Operator Efficiency Review (OER).
Requires a moderate knowledge of principles and practices of water and/or wastewater treatment.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, etc.
Must possess the ability to make responsible decisions as required by circumstances.
Must be able to interpret complex test results.
Identify and report equipment malfunctions.
The ability to communicate essential information and document daily activities to ensure proper plant operation.
Must possess the ability to perform utility calculations.
Valid Texas Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

sixty college credit hours preferred or equivalent technical education.

Responsibilities

Monitors plant operations by observation, instrumentation and laboratory test results and takes corrective actions as necessary.
Makes process adjustments to predetermined parameters. Required to place equipment into operation or take equipment out of operation.
Monitors condition of mechanical equipment and notifies appropriate personnel of needed repairs or any operational problems. Takes corrective action when equipment malfunctions. Responsible for minor preventive maintenance to maintain facilities in a safe and effective manner, and may include grounds maintenance where needed.
Observes and adjusts the Projects’ flows and treatment process conditions by monitoring the status of production via hands on or remotely via SCADA.
Takes samples at various operating points in the plant process and interprets data. Performs various lab tests. Responsible for general housekeeping.
Required to maintain good communications, including thorough written process logs and records. May assist in data input into computer system. Provides technical training to less experienced staff members.
Observes all safety guidelines as initiated by the Authority in addition to being aware and responsive to plant security issues. May be responsible for plant security during evening and night shifts. Takes action to protect certain structures and equipment under emergency conditions. Assists in the safe handling and unloading of chemicals in the plant. Responsible for assisting in the safe handling and unloading of various chemicals in the plant. May be responsible for responding to various emergency situations as directed by supervisor.
Performs other duties as assigned.
May be responsible for responding to various emergency situations, including after-hours, as directed by supervisor.
Employees assigned to this position are classified as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to report to work when scheduled during departmental and/or emergency situations including, but not limited to, extended periods of inclement weather when travel may be difficult. This position is essential because in the absence of sufficient personnel, the plant cannot operate safely.