Wastewater Plant Operator III

North Texas Municipal Water District•McKinney, TX

38d•$20 - $41

About The Position

Under the direction of a Lead Wastewater Plant Operator and/or Plant Supervisor, the Wastewater Plant Operator III performs and plans the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of wastewater facilities and associated systems, including headworks, liquids treatment, solids handling, odor control, structures, SCADA, and lift stations. The role helps ensure asset condition, water quality, and health and safety standards are met or exceeded, and may perform or supervise related work to support efficient facility operations. The position monitors and adjusts facility operations, maintains records, coordinates maintenance and emergency responses, and trains and mentors staff under supervisor direction. Work is generally performed in wastewater treatment environments, both indoors and outdoors, and includes irregular schedules and overtime. Duties may involve exposure to chemicals, machinery, biological hazards, weather, noise, and other workplace hazards, as well as work in confined spaces, on ladders, and on rooftops with appropriate training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Maintain a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Class B Wastewater Treatment Operator’s License.
At least three years of experience in wastewater treatment or suitable relevant experience as determined by NTMWD.
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, compliance requirements, operations and maintenance requirements, and reporting and recordkeeping.
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 while maintaining a current, valid, vehicle-appropriate driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or trade certification.

Responsibilities

Monitor, analyze, and adjust facility operations by observing processes, collecting and testing samples, reading instrumentation, and using SCADA.
Train, lead, and mentor staff under the direction of supervisors, and serve as a positive role model.
Notify appropriate personnel of abnormal conditions and needed repairs or renewal, and coordinate repairs with maintenance personnel.
Plan, perform, and implement maintenance procedures for treatment assets and lift stations.
Maintain written and electronic logs and records, and use them to suggest and implement operational improvements.
Follow safety policies and guidelines required by state statutes and NTMWD.
Monitor facility security and alert law enforcement agencies and/or supervisors to breaches as appropriate.
Monitor systems and assets during emergencies and scheduled shutdowns; troubleshoot, diagnose, and report problems; respond to emergencies; and coordinate responses, repairs, cleanup, and remediation 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.
Comply with applicable policies and procedures.
Assume responsibilities of direct supervisors and subordinates as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.