Plant Operator

The Brazos River Authority; Belton (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brazos River Authority in Temple/Belton, TX, is seeking a Plant Operator to safely operate and maintain wastewater treatment facilities and ensure permit compliance. You will monitor processes, collect samples, adjust valves and chemical dosages, and perform lab tasks as needed to keep plant performance optimal.

This role requires at least two years of experience or an equivalent education, a Texas Class C driver's license, and water/wastewater licenses with timely progression.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience or equivalent combination of education.
• Valid Texas Class C Drivers License and Good Driving Record.
• Class D Waste Water License
• Class C Waste Water License required within one year of employment
• Approved Hazmat training is required within six months of employment

Responsibilities

• The operator safely operates and maintains wastewater treatment plants and ensures compliance with permits.
• Collects samples and performs analyses for process monitoring and reportable analysis.
• Monitors plant operations; adjusts valves, flows, and return rates; adjusts chemical dosages as needed; runs lab tests and maintains equipment.

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Plant Operator

Pay Grade: 918

Location: Temple/Belton

Vacancy Announcement

Nature Of The Work

Safety Sensitive Position WC - 7520 water or 7580 wastewater

Brief Description

The purpose of this position is to safely operate and maintain wastewater treatment plants; ensure compliance with permits; regulate process controls; and maintain plant efficiency for the Brazos River Authority (BRA). This is accomplished by collecting samples; performing analysis on water/wastewater samples for process monitoring and reportable analysis; monitoring plant operations; adjusting plant valves, flows, and return rates; adjusting chemical dosages as needed; running various analytical tests; calibrating and maintaining lab and equipment; operating the sludge press and conventional areas of the plant; entering data from lab analysis; and possibly conducting local laboratory testing. Other responsibilities include performing general and preventative plant maintenance; ensuring discharged water is good quality; ordering supplies and chemicals for treatment; properly maintaining buildings and grounds; maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment; and any other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Minimum two years' experience or equivalent combination of education
• Valid Texas Class C Drivers License and Good Driving Record
• Class D Waste Water License
• Class C Waste Water License required within one year of employment
• Approved Hazmat training is required within six months of employment

• High School Diploma - Awarded for the completion of High School.

Key Competencies

• Creating honest, trusting, and successful working relationships with others (inside and outside the organization) by consistently demonstrating competence and reliability in job performance, and representing what is best about the organization through demonstrated principles, actions, and communications.
• Working with others to share expertise and achieve outcomes that benefit the organization; stepping in to fill necessary roles that others are unable or unwilling to do; demonstrating strong communication skills to others on the team through active listening, summarizing, facilitating and "bridge building".
• Demonstrating self-motivation; effective performance is driven from within rather than being conditional on pressure from external factors (e.g. boss, peers, subordinates, deadlines, crises, etc.).
• Acquiring and demonstrating knowledge of safety and health procedures as they relate to the human resources of the organization and the protection of property.
• Taking the initiative to consistently meet or exceed (external and internal) customer expectations and specification.
• Demonstrating the unique skills or knowledge required of the job; staying current with changing job skills and best practices to positively impact operational efficiencies and the effectiveness of services provided.

STARTING SALARY RANGE

$23.53 to $30.00 per hour. This is a non-exempt position.

POSTING DATE

September 29, 2026 Open until filled.

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, Vision, TCDRS Retirement, 457/401, Life Insurance, LTD, Wellness Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, Holidays

BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY, EOE

The BRA was created by the Texas Legislature in 1929 and exists to develop, manage, and protect the water resources of the Brazos River Basin. Today, BRA's staff develops and distributes water supplies, provides water and wastewater treatment, monitors water quality, and pursues water conservation through public education programs. The BRA is looking for dedicated individuals who are team and customer-focused, perform their jobs ethically and with integrity, are adaptable and embrace diversity, seek innovative and creative ways to conduct business, have a desire to grow with a great organization, and are committed to the mission and goals of the BRA.

The Brazos River Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer