Water Treatment Plant Operator / Trainee

City of Brenham, TX

7d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Assists with performing various tests and operating and maintaining various plant equipment associated with the treatment of raw surface water for general consumption.
Starting Pay for Operator Trainee: $17.43 per hour
Starting Pay for Operator I: $19.21 per hour (already has Class C Surface Water Certificate)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities for Trainee include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Assists with treating raw lake water for general consumption, including operating SCADA computer system and performing various chemical tests throughout each day to determine water pH levels, chlorine levels, ammonia levels, and levels of various chemicals in the water;
Assists with checking and maintaining water levels in the water storage facilities, including checking flow rates;
Assists with monitoring flow rate through plant to determine water usage;
Assists with operating and maintaining various plant equipment;
Assists with monitoring clarifiers for accuracy and speed, as well as blanket and chemical levels; and
Performs mowing and grounds maintenance at plant.
This position has varied shifts; including evenings, weekends and holidays.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This is a non-supervisory position.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High school graduation or its equivalent; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Requirements

• High school graduation or its equivalent; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Standard office practices and procedures.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public
• Communicate effectively
• Read and understand manuals, policies, and other documents
• Operate, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment
• Valid Texas Driver's License
• Obtain Class D Water license within 120 days of hire
• Obtain Class C Surface Water Treatment certification within 3 years of hire

Responsibilities

• Assists with treating raw lake water for general consumption, including operating SCADA computer system and performing various chemical tests throughout each day to determine water pH levels, chlorine levels, ammonia levels, and levels of various chemicals in the water
• Assists with checking and maintaining water levels in the water storage facilities, including checking flow rates
• Assists with monitoring flow rate through plant to determine water usage
• Assists with operating and maintaining various plant equipment
• Assists with monitoring clarifiers for accuracy and speed, as well as blanket and chemical levels
• Performs mowing and grounds maintenance at plant

What This Job Offers

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