OPERATOR II

Guadalupe--blanco-River-Authority; Rosanky (TX); On-site; USD 49,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Annual leave

Training program

Education assistance

Gym reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority (GBRA) seeks an Operator II to assist the Chief Operator at the Carrizo water treatment plant, ensuring potable water delivery meets demand and regulatory standards. Responsibilities include monitoring plant processes, wells, and pipelines, with focus on safety and reliability.

The position requires handling shift work, readiness for on-call emergencies, and field inspections across Hays, Gonzales, and Caldwell Counties.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work non-standard hours including shifts (10- or 12-hour)
• Capable of shift work and making sound judgments
• Subject to on-call duties and emergency responses
• Able to read highly technical information and perform basic math
• Able to read analog/digital indicators and use Microsoft 365 apps

Responsibilities

• Perform plant process checks and daily inspections under supervision
• Assist with maintenance of plant, wells, and delivery systems
• Respond to emergencies during off-hours
• Maintain clean and orderly facilities and grounds
• Monitor and adjust equipment to ensure safe water delivery to customers
• Support with safety and security of GBRA/Alliance facilities
• Communicate issues to Chief Operator promptly
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Shift work

Emergency response

Tool operation

Read technical information

Basic math

Read indicators

Microsoft 365

Travel time constraint

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Why join GBRA?

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance at no cost to employee
• Texas County & District Retirement system matched 2:1 at retirement
• 12 days of annual leave
• 12 days of sick leave
• Paid Holidays
• 100% company-paid training
• License incentive program
• Educational assistance program
• Safety boot program
• Employee wellness program with gym reimbursement
• Employee recognition events
• Exclusive employee perks & discounts

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

PAY RANGE: $48,735.00 - $81,226.00

REPORTS TO: Chief Operator Carrizo WTP

DIVISION: Hays/Caldwell Operations

WORK LOCATION: Carrizo WTP and pipelines in Hays, Gonzales and Caldwell Counties

SUMMARY

The Operator II position assists the Chief Operator at the Carrizo water treatment plant, well fields, and treated water delivery system in delivering potable water from the Carrizo plant to its customers at the required rate based on customer demand. The Carrizo treated water delivery system must meet or exceed the Safe Drinking Water Act standards, as enforced by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). The Operator II is expected to have a good working knowledge of groundwater treatment plants, their general maintenance and operational activities, well fields, and potable water transmission systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs all work in accordance with safety procedures and policies.
• Ensures the security of GBRA/Alliance buildings, equipment, and grounds.
• Under supervision of the chief operator, observes and makes changes to the plant process, operation, and equipment for proper function and performance; performs emergency maintenance when required.
• Perform checks and daily inspection of wells, pump stations and wholesale delivery points.
• Notifies the Chief Operator when problems and/or questions arise.
• Assists with the maintenance and care of all materials, tools, equipment, and vehicles assigned to the plant.
• Maintains the plant buildings, grounds, control room, lab, and restrooms on a daily basis.
• Maintains a courteous attitude when dealing with the public and wholesale customers.
• Assists with the maintenance of the Alliance/GBRA treated water delivery system pipelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Work hours other than Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; potential rotation of 10- or 12-hour shifts.
• Ability to do shift work, act alone, and continuously exercise sound judgment and vigilance.
• Subject to on-call duties as scheduled by the Chief Operator.
• Respond to emergencies during off-duty hours.
• Safely operate gas, electric, hydraulic, and hand tools.
• Read and understand highly technical information in small print.
• Perform basic math skills.
• Read analog and digital indicators.
• Basic skills in Microsoft 365 applications.
• The permanent residence must be such that roadway travel time from home to reporting station takes no more than 45 minutes without violating traffic laws.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• Valid Driver’s License. Acceptable MVR. Ability to remain insurable under GBRA’s vehicle liability policy.
• Possess a Class C Ground Water Operator license at minimum, Class B Groundwater or Class A preferred.

EXPERIENCE

+3 Years in related field preferred. Experience in utility operations and maintenance, customer service, or construction is desirable.

MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work at elevated levels greater than 30 feet on platforms, roofs, bridges, etc. Climb vertical ladders up to 20 feet in height. Repeatedly lift, load, and unload up to 50 pounds. Respond to visual and audible alarms. Wear personal protection equipment such as safety glasses, protective footwear, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) as outlined in the employee Safety Manual. Safely enter, exit, and work in trenches and confined spaces. Perform basic first aid and CPR.

Employees must wear protective footwear in compliance with ANSI or ASTM standard. New employees are provided protective footwear. Replacement footwear is provided annually for qualifying employees.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Approximately 50/50 percent of work outdoors and indoors. Occasional travel to attend training necessary for maintaining licenses and certificates as required. Some outdoor manual labor duties but generally work can be performed in a clean and well-organized environment. There are hazards associated with chemicals and rotating or moving mechanical parts that require an operator to exercise care in his activities. Works with or is exposed to hazardous chemicals used in the treatment of water.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAVEL

Personal transportation is required to normal work site at which point employee will use vehicles provided by GBRA to perform duties. Overnight travel mainly limited to meetings and training.