Lead Wastewater Plant Operator — SCADA & Compliance

North Texas Municipal Water District; Wylie (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness packages

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Robust pension plan

Job summary

North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) is seeking an experienced Wastewater Plant Operator III to perform and oversee operation, maintenance, and monitoring of wastewater facilities and associated systems including headworks, treatment processes, solids handling, odor control, SCADA, and lift stations.

The role involves leading staff, ensuring asset condition, water quality and safety standards, and coordinating with maintenance for repairs.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED; an associate degree or trade certification is preferred.
• Possess a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Class B Wastewater Treatment Operator's License.
• Minimum of three (3) years of wastewater treatment experience or related work.
• Must hold a valid Texas Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and adjusts facility operations using observation, sampling, instrumentation, and SCADA to ensure compliant operations.
• Trains, leads and mentors staff; fosters an environment of integrity, trust, respect, unity, safety, and teamwork.
• Coordinates with maintenance for repairs; plans and performs maintenance of treatment assets and lift stations.
• Maintains thorough logs and records; uses data to propose improvements in operations.
• Observes safety policies and compliance with state statutes and NTMWD guidelines.
• Responds to emergencies and schedules repairs, cleanup, and remediation as directed.
• Cleans and maintains wastewater equipment and facilities; supports general site housekeeping.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Electrical & mechanical knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or trade certification preferred

Tools

SCADA familiarity

Job description

North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) is seeking an experienced Wastewater Plant Operator III to perform and oversee operation, maintenance, and monitoring of wastewater facilities and associated systems including headworks, treatment processes, solids handling, odor control, SCADA, and lift stations.

The role involves leading staff, ensuring asset condition, water quality and safety standards, and coordinating with maintenance for repairs.