Treatment Plant Operator II - Wastewater

City of Pearland - Texas•Pearland, TX

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Treatment Plant Operator II to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Utilities- Wastewater division. This role is for a service-oriented individual who can excel in a fast-paced environment. The Treatment Plant Operator II in Wastewater earns a competitive hourly salary of $24.07-$26.05/ based on experience and qualifications. There is also certification pay for licenses higher than required for the position. 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 supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college chemistry, biology, or closely related field.
Requires four (4) years of wastewater operations or closely related experience.
Wastewater Treatment Operator Class C License

Nice To Haves

Licenses higher than required for the position

Responsibilities

Performs daily plant checks of the wastewater plants mechanical, chemical and electrical equipment operations.
Runs daily process control sample testing using lab equipment onsite according to plant permit requirements; checks lab results and makes corrections.
Turns on, monitors and makes adjustments to equipment during the course of the day to maintain removal of solids in accordance with process procedures.
Performs plant maintenance and makes repairs to any equipment that may need to be repaired or replaced.
Reads operator's process control reports, logbooks and lab sampling results.
Troubleshoots and fixes problems at the wastewater facilities.
Involvement with plant inspections by TCEQ.

Benefits

Certification pay for licenses higher than required for the position
City pays all premiums for employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance
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
Up to $5,000 in hiring incentives when you join the City of Pearland's Utilities team as a licensed TCEQ Water Operator (Incentive amounts are based on your license grade: Grade C License - $2500, Grade B License - $3500, Grade A License - $5000)