Plant Operator

Brazos River Authority•Taylor, TX

30d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to safely operate and maintain water or wastewater treatment plants; ensure compliance with permits; regulate process controls; and maintain plant efficiency for the Brazos River Authority (BRA). This is accomplished by collecting samples; performing analysis on water/wastewater samples for process monitoring and reportable analysis; monitoring plant operations; adjusting plant valves, flows, and return rates; adjusting chemical dosages as needed; running various analytical tests; calibrating and maintaining lab and equipment; operating the sludge press and conventional areas of the plant; entering data from lab analysis; and possibly conducting local laboratory testing. Other responsibilities include performing general and preventative plant maintenance; ensuring discharged water is good quality; ordering supplies and chemicals for treatment; properly maintaining buildings and grounds; maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment; and any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum two years' experience or equivalent combination of education
Valid Texas Class C Drivers License and Good Driving Record
Class D Water and/or Waste Water License required within six months of employment
Class C Water and/or Waste Water License required within one year of employment
Approved Hazmat training is required within six months of employment
High School Diploma

Responsibilities

Safely operate and maintain water or wastewater treatment plants
Ensure compliance with permits
Regulate process controls
Maintain plant efficiency
Collect samples
Perform analysis on water/wastewater samples for process monitoring and reportable analysis
Monitor plant operations
Adjust plant valves, flows, and return rates
Adjust chemical dosages as needed
Run various analytical tests
Calibrate and maintain lab and equipment
Operate the sludge press and conventional areas of the plant
Enter data from lab analysis
Conduct local laboratory testing
Perform general and preventative plant maintenance
Ensure discharged water is good quality
Order supplies and chemicals for treatment
Properly maintain buildings and grounds
Maintain and repair mechanical equipment
Perform any other duties as assigned