Utilities Plant Operator I

The City of Midland is seeking a dependable and driven Treatment Plant Trainee ready to grow their career in public service. In this hands-on role, youll work alongside licensed professionals to learn the vital skills needed to monitor, operate, and maintain essential treatment systems that protect public health and the environment.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to transition into a stable, essential career, this is your chance to earn valuable certifications, develop in-demand technical expertise, and make a lasting impact behind the scenes.
If you're ready to get your hands dirty for a cleaner tomorrowapply today.

• Collects water samples for testing and analysis in primary treatment area.
• Operates and maintains primary treatment equipment and observes the operation of related plant equipment.
• Reads gauges, records information and reports problems to the Operator, or other supervisors.
• Performs janitorial and grounds keeping duties in assigned areas.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Ability to sit, stand and transport self from building to building. Ability to drive a vehicle to and from various work sites. Employee will work in seasonal temperatures bending, lifting, kneeling, twisting and climbing in order to operate and maintain plant equipment. Employee can work with potential mechanical, chemical and electrical hazards while collecting samples. Employee may be exposed to communicable diseases while handling raw sewage.Ability to effectively communicate with employees and supervisors on plant condition and in order to receive work orders or instructions for any project.

Ability to read operator's manuals, gauges and work orders to collect samples for analysis. Skill in writing to record results. Shift work required.

High school diploma or equivalent required plus ability to obtain C operator's certification from the TNRCC within established time constraints. Valid Texas Driver's License.
DAYS & HOURS:
Rotating Shift; Rotating Days Off