DEFINITION To perform a variety of skilled technical duties and semi-skilled labor in the operation and maintenance of surface water and groundwater treatment facilities and equipment within the treatment sections; to maintain and monitor clearwell and storage treatment facilities, mechanical functions, labor and records administration; and to oversee the day to day operation of the water and wastewater plants as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives direction from the Senior Plant Operators. Exercises no supervision. ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS - Essential duties may include but are not limited to, the following: 1. Operates water and wastewater treatment plants as required and makes necessary repairs; monitors flow and proper equipment operation. 2. Performs jar test, turbidity, P.H. and chlorine tests; maintains clearwell and elevated storage tank levels. 3. Monitors and interprets laboratory and operational data; ensures treatment processes are within regulated guidelines; makes adjustments to treatment processes including chemical application. 4. Performs routine maintenance of pumps, motors, and valves including oil and grease checks, scraping and painting, and other related work. 5. Backwashes filters and calibrates lab equipment; maintains chlorine and proper chemical levels. 6. Accurately prepares various reports on operations and activities; fills out the required State and Federal reports. 7. Works with outside contractors; coordinates work activities and ensure work quality conforms to standards. 8. Monitors and interprets laboratory and operational data; ensures treatment processes are in compliance with regulated guidelines; makes adjustments to treatment processes including chemical application as required. 9. Checks treatment facilities and equipment for needed maintenance and repairs. 10. Ensures the adherence to safe work practices by operations. 11. Keeps grass mowed and trimmed at all times. 12. Assists the general public with complaints, questions or problems as necessary. 13. Responds to emergencies as needed. 14. Available for on-call work as needed. 15. Attends work regularly as scheduled and remains alert at all times.
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Operations, services and activities of water and wastewater treatment operation programs.
Maintenance procedures for inspection, installation and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment.
Principles and procedures of preventive maintenance.
Functions and purposes of water and wastewater treatment systems.
Standard principles of biology, chemistry and mathematics as related to water and wastewater treatment.
Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the work. Principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting.
Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
Ability to:
Operate and maintain water and wastewater treatment machinery and equipment. Work with a variety of chemicals in treatment activities.
Read meters and gauges correctly and to act quickly and competently.
Ensure facility compliance with Federal, State and local rules, laws and regulations.
Perform responsible and difficult work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.
Interpret and apply departmental policies and procedures.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities that may include the following:
- Walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time
- Operating assigned equipment.
Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
- Making observations
- Communicating with others
- Reading and writing
- Operating assigned equipment and vehicles.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Prefer minimum of two years of responsible experience in the operation and maintenance of potable water treatment or wastewater facilities or other public works position.
Training:
Equivalent to a High School diploma or G.E.D. required, supplemented by specialized course work in water treatment, chemistry, biology, construction technology, mechanical and electrical maintenance, or a related field.
License or Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain immediately, and maintain an appropriate, valid Texas driver's license.
Possession of a Class D Surface Water Treatment Operator License or a Class D Wastewater Treatment Operator License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is required.
Possession of either a State of Texas Class C Water Treatment License or a Class C Wastewater Treatment License will be required within one year of hire.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
Positions in this class have occasional disagreeable working conditions working around noise, dirt, fumes, vibration, heat, cold and dampness, exposure to chemicals, machinery, and computer screens.
Physical Conditions:
Positions in this class require lifting/carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, balancing while working in narrow, slippery areas, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling tools, and diagnosing equipment maintenance needs through listening and feeling machine surfaces.
CURRENT BENEFITS
The City currently offers all full time employees the following benefits: participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System where the City matches employee contributions 2:1; eleven paid holidays plus two paid floating personal days; paid vacations and sick days; and a sick day pool. The City pays for the entire portion of the employee s health and vision insurance as well as a large portion of the dependent s coverage. Dental insurance is offered to the employee & their family. The City has a telemedicine plan available to the employee & their family at no charge. Employees are provided with $30K life/ADD insurance with an option to purchase additional and/or dependent coverage. The City has access to a 457(b) retirement savings plan as well as AFLAC, pre-paid legal insurance and an HSA savings account. Additionally, the City provides a $200/month benefit allowance to its full time employees to assist in paying for the employee s portion of benefits. The City pays a monthly cell phone allowance and offers extra pay for bilingual employees as applicable.
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Operations, services and activities of water and wastewater treatment operation programs.
Maintenance procedures for inspection, installation and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment.
Principles and procedures of preventive maintenance.
Functions and purposes of water and wastewater treatment systems.
Standard principles of biology, chemistry and mathematics as related to water and wastewater treatment.
Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the work. Principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting.
Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
Ability to:
Operate and maintain water and wastewater treatment machinery and equipment. Work with a variety of chemicals in treatment activities.
Read meters and gauges correctly and to act quickly and competently.
Ensure facility compliance with Federal, State and local rules, laws and regulations.
Perform responsible and difficult work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.
Interpret and apply departmental policies and procedures.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities that may include the following:
- Walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time
- Operating assigned equipment.
Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
- Making observations
- Communicating with others
- Reading and writing
- Operating assigned equipment and vehicles.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Prefer minimum of two years of responsible experience in the operation and maintenance of potable water treatment or wastewater facilities or other public works position.
Training:
Equivalent to a High School diploma or G.E.D. required, supplemented by specialized course work in water treatment, chemistry, biology, construction technology, mechanical and electrical maintenance, or a related field.
License or Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain immediately, and maintain an appropriate, valid Texas driver's license.
Possession of a Class D Surface Water Treatment Operator License or a Class D Wastewater Treatment Operator License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is required.
Possession of either a State of Texas Class C Water Treatment License or a Class C Wastewater Treatment License will be required within one year of hire.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
Positions in this class have occasional disagreeable working conditions working around noise, dirt, fumes, vibration, heat, cold and dampness, exposure to chemicals, machinery, and computer screens.
Physical Conditions:
Positions in this class require lifting/carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, balancing while working in narrow, slippery areas, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling tools, and diagnosing equipment maintenance needs through listening and feeling machine surfaces.
CURRENT BENEFITS
The City currently offers all full time employees the following benefits: participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System where the City matches employee contributions 2:1; eleven paid holidays plus two paid floating personal days; paid vacations and sick days; and a sick day pool. The City pays for the entire portion of the employee s health and vision insurance as well as a large portion of the dependent s coverage. Dental insurance is offered to the employee & their family. The City has a telemedicine plan available to the employee & their family at no charge. Employees are provided with $30K life/ADD insurance with an option to purchase additional and/or dependent coverage. The City has access to a 457(b) retirement savings plan as well as AFLAC, pre-paid legal insurance and an HSA savings account. Additionally, the City provides a $200/month benefit allowance to its full time employees to assist in paying for the employee s portion of benefits. The City pays a monthly cell phone allowance and offers extra pay for bilingual employees as applicable.
Job ID: 483705058
Originally Posted on: 7/2/2025
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