HILLTOP WATER PLANT OPERATOR

Mineralwellstx; Mineral Wells (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading municipality is seeking a skilled Water Treatment Plant Operator to manage operations at the City’s water treatment facility. The role involves monitoring plant operations, performing maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant certifications. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Health insurance

Short and long-term disability

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

TMRS retirement

Incentive pay

Vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Qualifications

• Two years' experience performing water treatment plant operation duties preferred.
• Knowledge of operating principles of plant equipment such as valves, pumps and motors.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned treatment plant rounds inspecting and monitoring operations.
• Operate and adjust treatment plant pumps, motors, valves, and other equipment.
• Collect liquid samples and perform routine water quality laboratory tests.

Skills

Knowledge of water plant operations

Laboratory analysis techniques

Safe work practices

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

C level Water Treatment Plant Operator license

Job description

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DEPARTMENT: HILLTOP WATER TREATMENT PLANT

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

FULL TIME: YES ON CALL: YES

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Water Plant Supervisor, the incumbent is to perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled technical and labor duties in the operation and maintenance of the City’s water treatment plant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary).

• Perform assigned treatment plant rounds inspecting, monitoring and documenting plant operations by reading plant equipment gauges, dials, graphs, and other instrumentation.
• Operate and adjust treatment plant pumps, motors, valves, and other equipment to maintain appropriate plant operations, back wash filters.
• Maintain appropriate flow of water through the control of gates and valves.
• Maintain, compile and update plant operations log and reports.
• Perform and record mathematical calculations related to operational activities.
• Mix and add treatment chemicals; ensure adequate chemical application according to regulations and guidelines.
• Maintain, repair and service plant operations machinery and equipment including pumps, valves, motors, meters, tanks, and reservoirs; change lubrications.
• Collect liquid samples; perform a variety of routine water quality laboratory tests; work closely with laboratory on testing processes.
• Perform general plant facility maintenance such as cleaning, painting and repair plant facilities; perform a variety of grounds maintenance duties including mowing and trimming.
• Responsible for the efficient and safe operations, care and appearance of assigned equipment.
• Follows written and oral job instructions.
• Uses good judgment to work safely and use equipment properly.
• Hears clearly and interprets hand signals when working around equipment and in street and alley traffic, using proper safety precautions.
• Maintain appropriate uniform appearance and personal hygiene.
• Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Work outdoors in temperatures of heat (100 degrees plus) and cold, freezing and inclement weather.
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel and crouch for prolonged periods of time.
• Exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, and infectious materials.
• Carry, hold, and lift 100 pounds. Pull, push and drag 150 pounds.
• Work overtime, holidays and weekends as required.
• Applicant shall be subject to a criminal background check.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure proper storage of hazardous chemicals.
• Maintain adequate supply of chemicals and supplies.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, DEGREES, CERTIFICATES AND/OR LICENSE:

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Possession of or the ability to obtain a “C” level Water Treatment Plant Operator license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Qualities (TCEQ).

Possession of an appropriate valid Texas Driver's License and a good driving record.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Two years' experience performing water treatment plant operation duties preferred.

Knowledge and practices of water plant operations; operating principles of plant equipment such as valves, pumps and motors; principles of natural sciences including chemistry and biology; laboratory analysis techniques and standards for water operational and safety regulations pertaining to water treatment plant operations and vehicle and equipment usage; sampling methods and technique and safe work practices.

STARTING SALARY$18.00Hour.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: The City of Mineral Wells offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to health insurance, short and long-term disability, vision, and dental insurance, TMRS retirement, incentive pay, vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be submitted on the City's Application for Employment form, which is available from and returnable to: City of Mineral Wells, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 460, 115 S.W. First Street, Mineral Wells, TX. A copy of the application is also available on our website at www.mineralwellstx.gov Please call Anglea Carter at 940-328-7701 for further information.

THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING APPLICATION IS UNTIL FILLED.

Applications must be brought to the Human Resources Office or be postmarked no later than the deadline in order to be considered.

THE CITY OF MINERAL WELLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER