Wastewater Plant Operator II

North Texas Municipal Water District•Plano, TX

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a Lead Wastewater Plant Operator(s), and/or Plant Supervisor (depending on the size and scope of the facility), the Wastewater Plant Operator II performs and plans the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of wastewater facilities and associated systems including, but not limited to, headworks, liquids treatment, solids handling, odor control, structures, SCADA, and lift stations. This position performs a variety of work assignments to ensure asset condition, water quality, and health and safety standards are met or exceeded; and performs and/or supervises related work as required to ensure efficient and effective facility operations.

Requirements

Possess a high school diploma or GED.
Possess minimum of two (2) years of experience in wastewater treatment or a suitable combination of directly relevant education and experience, as determined by NTMWD.
Maintain a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Class C Wastewater Treatment Operator’s License.
Maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree or trade certification is preferred

Responsibilities

Monitors, analyzes, and recommends adjustments to facility operations through observation, collecting and testing samples, reading instrumentation, and using SCADA to ensure compliant and efficient operations.
Participates in an environment of Integrity, Trust, Respect, Unity, Safety, and Teamwork.
Notifies appropriate personnel of abnormal conditions, needed repairs and renewal. Coordinates with maintenance personnel on repairs. Plans, performs, and implements maintenance procedures for facility assets.
Maintains thorough logs and records in both written and electronic form as required. Uses these records to suggest ideas to improve the function and efficiency of various operations.
Observes safety policies and guidelines as required by State statutes and as prescribed by NTMWD.
Monitors the facility for any breaches of security and alerts appropriate law enforcement agencies and/or supervisors, as appropriate for the situation.
Monitors systems and assets during emergencies and planned shutdowns. Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and reports problems. Responds to emergencies as directed.
Cleans screenings and grit, clarifiers, filters, UV system, and other wastewater equipment and facilities.
Maintains facility grounds and performs general housekeeping.
Receives shipments, monitors unloading processes, checks shipment documents for accuracy, and ensures documents are submitted to appropriate personnel.
Learns and complies with applicable policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.