Treatment Plant Operator II - Wastewater
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 ideal for service-oriented individuals who can excel in fast-paced environments. The position offers a competitive hourly salary of $24.07-$26.05, based on experience and qualifications, with additional certification pay for licenses higher than required. The City of Pearland is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas, known for affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and a superb quality of life. It is ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, providing a secure community for families. Its close proximity to Houston offers access to professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation. The city fosters a culture of continuous learning, encouraging and supporting employee development and growth through multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams, and promotes an environment where innovation is supported and encouraged.
Requirements
- 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.
- Four (4) years of wastewater operations or closely related experience.
- Wastewater Treatment Operator Class C License.
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
- Up to $5000 in hiring incentives (based on license grade: Grade C - $2500, Grade B - $3500, Grade A - $5000)
- Certification pay for licenses higher than required for the position
- All premiums paid for employees' dental insurance
- All premiums paid for employees' long-term disability protection
- All premiums paid for employees' life insurance
- Majority portion of the medical premium paid for employees and their dependents
- Retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match
- Access to the city's recreation fitness center
- Employee assistance program
- Educational assistance
- 11 paid holidays
- 2 designated paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Sick leave
- Active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
