Aspiring Water Treatment Operator — In Training

SAN-Jacinto-River-Authority; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA) is seeking an Operator-in-Training for its surface water treatment plant transmission system. You will learn and assist in operating facilities safely and cost-effectively, under supervision.

Responsibilities include documenting maintenance in the EAM system, evaluating pressures via SCADA, performing field and lab sampling, maintaining inventory and ordering chemicals, operating vehicles, following safety rules, and being available for emergency response.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1-year general work experience.
• TCEQ Class D Water Operator (Preferred).
• Valid Texas Driver’s license with an insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assists and trains in operating a surface water treatment plant transmission system and receiving facilities.
• Accurately documents, organizes, and files correspondence, reports and records related to maintenance activities in the EAM system.
• Evaluates system pressures, equipment operation and instrument readings via SCADA; advises lead operator on adjustments to optimize operations.
• Performs general manual labor including cleaning, painting, and maintaining facilities and equipment.
• Operates Authority vehicles and/or equipment to move between facilities as needed.
• Performs field and laboratory sampling and testing for process and disinfection adjustments.
• Tracks and maintains inventory; orders chemicals and supplies for plant operations.
• Follows safety regulations and uses appropriate PPE; may be required to work during emergencies.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA) is seeking an Operator-in-Training for its surface water treatment plant transmission system. You will learn and assist in operating facilities safely and cost-effectively, under supervision.

Responsibilities include documenting maintenance in the EAM system, evaluating pressures via SCADA, performing field and lab sampling, maintaining inventory and ordering chemicals, operating vehicles, following safety rules, and being available for emergency response.