Water/Wastewater Operator

Nexus Water Group • Conroe, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Field Technician I performs routine checks of water and/or wastewater treatment systems and supports operations, maintenance, and customer service across company facility systems. The position is responsible for compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements, including TCEQ or NPDES permits. Required certifications must be obtained within specified timeframes.

The role is primarily field-based, involving regular travel between water and wastewater systems, treatment plants, facilities, and other company locations. A significant portion of the workday is outdoors and may involve varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, humidity, and direct sunlight. Occasional irregular hours, shift work, weekends, and on-call work may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Job-related skills and technical knowledge of water and wastewater operations and maintenance, attained through specialized courses and on-the-job training.
• One year of directly related experience in water and/or wastewater system operations, maintenance, or customer service; the posting also describes one to two years of related experience.
• Obtain a Class D Ground Water and/or Wastewater Certification issued by TCEQ within one year of accepting the position.
• Obtain a Class C Ground Water and Wastewater Certification issued by TCEQ within three years of accepting the position.
• Ability to interact and cooperate to coordinate work, resolve problems, and obtain information.
• Ability to apply a variety of procedures and guidelines and adapt standard methods to differing situations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating backhoe and/or trackhoe equipment.
• Basic computer skills and Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook and Excel; attainable through education, training, and/or on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine facility checks and ensure compliance with TCEQ or NPDES permits.
• Observe and monitor equipment and operations daily; assess problems and diagnose equipment failures.
• Check water wells, lift stations, treatment plants, and related systems.
• Operate belt presses and keep the facility clean, including scrubbing and washing down areas as required.
• Order supplies as needed to maintain inventory.
• May provide functional supervision of Field Technician in Training by establishing priorities, determining duties, scheduling work, and providing training.
• Perform daily effluent sample analyses, make adjustments to keep the facility within permit limits, and set up samplers for required regulatory samples.
• Maintain daily data logs for EPA and TCEQ reports.
• Assist with scheduling and performing routine preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Assist with water and wastewater line repairs, new line installation, and other assigned work.
• Inspect and maintain pumps, motors, valves, and other plant equipment; troubleshoot problems as they arise.
• Pull motors and pumps for repair and fabricate parts as necessary.
• Respond to and investigate customer service calls.

Benefits

• Paid time off starting at three weeks annually.
• 11 company-paid holidays.
• Health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits beginning the first day of the month after the start date.
• 401(k) program with a 100% match on contributions up to 4% of salary, plus an additional 3% employer contribution.
• Professional development through training, professional certifications, and an education allowance.
• Company-provided life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Resource Groups.

What This Job Offers

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