Utilities Operator

City of Sugar Land • 111 Gillingham Lane Sugar Land, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Sugar Land is seeking an experienced Surface Water Operator in its Utilities Department. The position supports essential operations of the membrane treatment plant and facilities in accordance with state and federal regulations. Operators use SCADA to monitor and assist with treatment processes, adjust chemicals and treatment equipment, perform laboratory work, maintain instruments, monitor quality control, collect samples, and conduct analyses. They document sample analyses and maintain accurate shift records and reports, exchange plant turnover information with other operator teams, troubleshoot equipment and process-control problems, monitor and adjust plant parameters, perform preventative maintenance, and clean and service plant areas.

Regular on-site attendance is essential. This is an essential-employee role requiring work before, during, and after emergencies or disasters. Employees must comply with City and departmental policies and procedures and may perform other duties assigned by the Assistant Director or designees.

The posting describes Operator I, II, and III qualification levels, with progressively higher experience and TCEQ license requirements. The City offers medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day, a TMRS pension with a 2:1 City match, 457(b) options, paid holidays and vacation, paid parental leave, wellness and mental health resources, an employee assistance program, and professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Operator I: Two years of experience in surface water treatment plant operation and maintenance, or one year of direct experience at the City of Sugar Land Surface Water Treatment Plant.
• Operator I: Valid Texas Driver License and TCEQ Class C Surface Water Operator License.
• Operator II: Four years of experience in surface water treatment plant operation and maintenance.
• Operator II: Valid Texas Driver License and TCEQ Class B Surface Water Operator License.
• Operator III: Eight years of experience in surface water treatment plant operation and maintenance.
• Operator III: Valid Texas Driver License and TCEQ Class A Water Operator License.
• Regular on-site attendance and availability to work before, during, and after emergencies or disasters.

Nice To Haves

• Municipal or government experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge and skills for essential operations of the membrane treatment plant and facilities in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Use SCADA to assist with operating and monitoring treatment processes and adjust chemicals and treatment equipment in accordance with regulatory permits.
• Perform laboratory duties, maintain instruments, monitor quality control, collect samples, and conduct analyses.
• Enter sample analyses into the daily log and ensure the accuracy of shift records and reports.
• Provide and accept plant turnover from the preceding or oncoming operator team.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process-control problems.
• Monitor and adjust plant parameters to sustain water quality and regulatory compliance.
• Perform preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, and tanks.
• Clean and service all areas throughout the plant.
• Work as an essential employee before, during, and after an emergency or disaster.
• Comply with City and departmental policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Director or designees.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage beginning on day one.
• TMRS pension with a 2:1 City match.
• 457(b) options.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Paid parental leave.
• Wellness programs, mental health resources, and an employee assistance program.
• Professional development programs and training opportunities.
• Career advancement opportunities through the Gold Standard People Development Division.

What This Job Offers

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