Wastewater Plant Operator II

North Texas Municipal Water District•Mesquite, TX

2d•$19 - $36

About The Position

Under the direction of a Lead Wastewater Plant Operator and/or Plant Supervisor, the Wastewater Plant Operator II performs and plans the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of wastewater facilities and associated systems. These may include headworks, liquids treatment, solids handling, odor control, structures, SCADA, and lift stations. The role carries out varied assignments to ensure asset condition, water quality, and health and safety standards are met or exceeded, and may perform or supervise related work to support efficient and effective facility operations. The position is generally performed in a wastewater treatment environment, both indoors and outdoors. It requires driving a District vehicle for business, and may involve an irregular schedule and overtime. Work includes physical activity and exposure to common wastewater-facility hazards and environmental conditions, as detailed in the working conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two 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.
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, compliance requirements, operations and maintenance requirements, and reporting and record-keeping requirements.
Ability to troubleshoot wastewater equipment and processes, perform wastewater tests, and interpret results.
Effective written and verbal communication with supervisors, peers, and subordinates.
Basic computer skills and electrical and mechanical knowledge.
Ability to drive a District vehicle for business and maintain a current, valid, vehicle-appropriate driver’s license for the resident state.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including lifting up to 75 pounds, and to wear and work using required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or trade certification.

Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze facility operations, recommend adjustments, collect and test samples, read instrumentation, and use SCADA to support compliant and efficient operations.
Participate in a work environment grounded in Integrity, Trust, Respect, Unity, Safety, and Teamwork.
Notify appropriate personnel about abnormal conditions and needed repairs or renewal; coordinate repairs with maintenance personnel; and plan, perform, and implement maintenance procedures for facility assets.
Maintain thorough written and electronic logs and records, and use them to suggest improvements to operational function and efficiency.
Follow safety policies and guidelines required by state statutes and NTMWD.
Monitor facility security and alert appropriate law enforcement agencies and/or supervisors to breaches as appropriate.
Monitor systems and assets during emergencies and planned shutdowns; troubleshoot, diagnose, and report problems; and respond to emergencies as directed.
Clean screenings and grit, clarifiers, filters, the UV system, and other wastewater equipment and facilities.
Maintain facility grounds and perform general housekeeping.
Receive shipments, monitor unloading, check shipment documents for accuracy, and submit documents to appropriate personnel.
Learn and comply with applicable policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.