Operator/C License

Gulf Coast Authority; Friendswood (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave and vacation

Job summary

Gulf Coast Authority in Friendswood, Texas, is seeking a hands-on wastewater treatment operator to support operation and maintenance of the plant. You will monitor flow, collect samples, operate equipment, read meters, and record data to ensure compliance and efficient performance.

The role requires a high school diploma, 2 years of plant operation experience, a Class C Wastewater License (Texas), and a valid Texas Driver's License.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years’ experience in the operation and maintenance of activated sludge wastewater treatment plants.
• Must have a Class "C" Wastewater License issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; Class "B" preferred.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Monitor operation of wastewater treatment plant including observation of operation, reading meters, and review of plant processes.
• Perform activities necessary to control plant process including collection of samples, adjustment of plant process, and maintenance of required records.
• Perform activities necessary to manage and dispose of sludge from treatment process.
• Perform preventive maintenance activities for plant pumps and equipment.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in and around plant site.
• Communicate with regulatory agency personnel, lab, technical services, equipment services, and Central Office personnel.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Wastewater plant operation

Process monitoring

Regulatory knowledge

Laboratory tests

Reading manuals

Math calculations

Report writing

Equipment operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Two years experience in plant operations

Class C Wastewater License (Texas)

Texas Driver's License

Job description

Job Summary

Perform activities associated with the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plant including monitoring flow, collecting samples, operating equipment, and recording data.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor operation of wastewater treatment plant including observation of operation, reading meters, and review of plant processes.
• Perform activities necessary to control plant process including collection of samples, adjustment of plant process, and maintenance of required records.
• Perform activities necessary to manage and dispose of sludge from treatment process.
• Perform preventive maintenance activities for plant pumps and equipment.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in and around plant site.
• Communicate with regulatory agency personnel, lab, technical services, equipment services, and Central Office personnel.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant and treatment plant processes.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of pumps and other equipment utilized in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations relating to the operation of a wastewater treatment plant.
• Skill in the monitoring of wastewater treatment plant processes and routine lab tests.
• Ability to read technical manuals, work orders, permits, rules, regulations, charts and graphs.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations necessary to compute plant flows and test results.
• Ability to write operator reports, summaries, daily logs, and activity reports.
• Ability to operate tractor, bobcat, belt press, and various test equipment.
• Ability to operate assigned vehicle.
• Ability to use power and hand tools such as wrenches, drill and drill press, welder and torch, rake and broom.

Environmental Conditions

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors in extreme heat (100f) and cold (32f) in all weather conditions and may involve exposure to potential noise, mechanical, electrical, fume/odor, dust/mite, chemical, toxic waste hazards with proper precautionary procedures and equipment.
• Work involves performing tasks in confined spaces.

Education, Certification, and Experience Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years’ experience in the operation and maintenance of activated sludge wastewater treatment plants.
• Must have a Class "C" Wastewater License issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; Class "B" preferred.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit while performing various office and lab testing functions, and while driving.
• Ability to walk and stand while monitoring plant operations and performing maintenance tasks.
• Occasionally ability to kneel, crouch/stoop, squat, crawl, twist upper body, and climb ladders while performing various inspection and maintenance functions.
• Ability to grasp with hands and manipulate lab instruments and sampler containers.
• Ability to grasp with hands and push, pull, shove, or lift with help heavy, bulky items such as chlorine cylinders or granular containers weighing up to 200 lbs.
• Ability to grasp with hands and turn valves.

Additional Requirements per Location

None specified.

Summary

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Holding people assigned to this or any job to expectations described herein does not constitute harassment in any form. Revised 10/26/2026 Salary Range $22.11 - $28.48

Company Culture

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Gulf Coast Authority Careers Welcome to Human Resources Gulf Coast Authority (GCA) was established by the Texas Legislature in 1969 and we play a significant role in protecting the waters of Texas through regional wastewater treatment. GCA’s growth has created a need for qualified talent. We offer competitive wages and an excellent benefits package including group medical insurance, dental, vision, life, and disability programs. GCA also has excellent retirement plans, leave plans, vacation, and an engaged working environment.