Lead Water & Wastewater Chief Operator

Texas Health Institute; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits

Stable full-time employment

Growth opportunities

Public infrastructure work

Job summary

Harris County Fresh Water Supply District 61 is seeking a Chief Operator to oversee the safe operation of Cypress-area water and wastewater facilities. You will manage distribution and collection systems while ensuring regulatory compliance and public health standards.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will supervise staff, coordinate testing and reporting, and respond to emergencies. Weekend/on-call work is required and a strong license portfolio is essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years of leadership in water/wastewater plants, including distribution and collection systems.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and service complex machinery.
• Respond quickly to emergencies; perform testing, sampling, and monitoring to meet rules and permits.
• Submit monthly reports and ensure compliance with operating permits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe operation of treatment facilities and distribution/collection systems.
• Ensure process control and public health compliance per permits and regulations.
• Supervise staff; report daily to the Operations Manager.
• Perform testing, sampling, bacterial/chemical monitoring as required.
• Respond to emergencies and be available for on-call work, including weekends.

Skills

Leadership experience

Operate complex machinery

Emergency response

Testing & monitoring

Compliance & reporting

Education

High School/GED

TCEQ Class B Groundwater/Surface Water License

TCEQ Class B Wastewater Operator License

Job description

Harris County Fresh Water Supply District 61 is seeking a Chief Operator to oversee the safe operation of Cypress-area water and wastewater facilities. You will manage distribution and collection systems while ensuring regulatory compliance and public health standards.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will supervise staff, coordinate testing and reporting, and respond to emergencies. Weekend/on-call work is required and a strong license portfolio is essential.