Operator III

Trinity River Authority of Texas•Ferris, TX

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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 and understanding of plant processes and equipment. Works under general supervision.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; sixty college credit hours preferred or equivalent technical education. Must have completed all classes required for TCEQ B Treatment Plant Operator license.
Three 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 License required. Must be able to pass Plant specific Operator II, III test such as the Operator Efficiency Review (OER).
Requires advanced knowledge of principles and practices of water and/or wastewater treatment.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, etc.
The ability to make independent decisions as required by circumstances. Must be able to accurately interpret complex test results.
Identify and make minor equipment corrective actions. The ability to communicate essential information and document daily activities to ensure proper plant operation.
Must possess the ability to perform advanced utility calculations.
This position requires passing a physical and physical ability assessment specific to this position.

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 work orders into computer system. Provides technical training to less experienced staff members. Acts as lead operator in the absence of the Senior Operator and Chief Operator.
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.