Wastewater Treatment Operator

Dexterra Remote Services • Dallas, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Wastewater Treatment Operator is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient operation, monitoring, and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment systems supporting a workforce accommodations facility. The role ensures treated potable water meets public health standards and wastewater discharge complies with state and federal environmental regulations, following standards established by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and applicable local authorities.

The operator runs potable water treatment systems—including filtration, chlorination, disinfection, storage, and distribution—and wastewater treatment processes such as aeration, clarification, sludge handling, and disinfection. Duties include sampling and testing, adjusting chemical dosing and controls, maintaining operational and compliance records, reporting incidents or system failures, conducting preventative maintenance, troubleshooting equipment and process issues, and coordinating repairs. The position also requires adherence to health, safety, and environmental procedures, including safe chemical handling and proper waste disposal.

The role is based at a remote work location in Texas, with a 14-days-on/14-days-off rotational schedule and 12-hour shifts while on rotation. Rotating shifts, on-call duties, and emergency response are required. Overtime opportunities are available during the rotation.

Requirements

• TCEQ Water Treatment Certification Class D at minimum; Class C, B, or A certification is required depending on system size and complexity.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–5+ years of water/wastewater operations experience, depending on certification level.
• Strong understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Knowledge of laboratory testing procedures.
• Attention to detail and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work independently and in remote or industrial environments.

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary education in environmental science, engineering technology, or a related field.
• Confined space entry and HAZWOPER training.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Experience with SCADA systems and automated controls.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor potable water treatment systems, including filtration, chlorination, disinfection, storage, and distribution.
• Operate wastewater treatment processes, including aeration, clarification, sludge handling, and disinfection.
• Perform routine sampling, testing, and analysis, including pH, turbidity, chlorine residual, BOD, and TSS.
• Adjust chemical dosing and system controls to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Perform rotating shifts, on-call duties, and emergency response as required.
• Maintain accurate operational logs, laboratory records, and compliance reports.
• Report incidents, exceedances, and system failures immediately.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on pumps, valves, blowers, and instrumentation.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and process issues.
• Coordinate repairs with maintenance teams and contractors.
• Follow OSHA safety standards and site-specific procedures.
• Handle chemicals safely and ensure proper sludge and waste disposal.

Benefits

• Comprehensive U.S. health and welfare benefits through employee-paid or employee-contributory plans, with enrollment options based on individual and family coverage needs.
• 401K Plan with automatic enrollment and discretionary company matching contribution.
• Overtime opportunities during the rotation, with eligible non-exempt employees receiving overtime compensation in accordance with the FLSA and applicable state requirements.

What This Job Offers

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