Water Operator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Class C Surface Water certification from TCEQ.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge and skills for essential water treatment plant and facility operations, including conventional and membrane treatment, in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Operate and monitor treatment processes using SCADA; adjust chemicals and treatment equipment in accordance with regulatory permits.
• Perform laboratory duties, maintain instruments, monitor quality control, collect samples, conduct analyses, and prepare samples for transport.
• Recommend process-control adjustments to the immediate supervisor to support optimum treatment and maintenance.
• Enter sample analyses into daily logs and ensure the accuracy of shift records and reports.
• Meet daily with the supervisor and report on the performance of the entire system.
• Assist with training Water Operators I.
• Provide plant-status updates to the oncoming operator team and receive updates from the preceding team.
• Respond to public complaints or concerns.
• Assist with TCEQ inspections, construction, and maintenance projects.
• Work in confined spaces and around hazardous chemicals.
• Operate heavy equipment for facility maintenance, including lift and boom trucks.
• Assist with sludge removal, transfer, and disposal.
• Perform preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, and tanks; clean and service areas throughout the plant.
• Calibrate and maintain mechanical, analytical, instrumentation, and telemetry equipment.
• Develop the knowledge and ability to solve problems under normal and stressful conditions.
• Attend TWUA monthly trainings.
• Maintain certification and complete continuing education training courses.
• Follow city policies, procedures, and safety guidelines for the work area and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.