Treatment Plant Operator I - Wastewater

City of Pearland - Texas • Pearland, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Treatment Plant Operator I to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Utilities-Wastewater division. Pearland is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation. Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.

Requirements

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
• Requires two years wastewater operation or closely related experience.
• Class C Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators License TCEQ Wastewater License

Nice To Haves

• Certification pay for licenses higher than required for the position.
• Grade C License - $2500
• Grade B License - $3500
• Grade A License - $5000

Responsibilities

• Sample, monitor, and perform testing required to maintain compliance with federal, state and local regulations governing the wastewater treatment process and storm water and sludge management.
• Performs all work in conformance to Occupational Safety and Health Act Regulations.
• Collects wastewater plant samples and runs onsite lab testing per TCEQ regulations.
• Walks the plant to collect data from hour meters, physically check pumps for proper operation, start centrifuge for sludge processing, and look/find issues and address them.
• Performs maintenance on wastewater plant equipment and performs basin maintenance.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly salary of $21.83-$23.63/ based on experience and qualifications
• Certification pay for licenses higher than required for the position
• City pays all premiums for employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance
• City pays the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents
• Retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match
• Life insurance
• Disability
• Access to the city's recreation fitness center
• Employee assistance program
• Educational assistance
• 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health
• Hiring incentives up to $5,000 based on TCEQ Water Operator license grade

What This Job Offers

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