Plant Operator

brazos; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 31,615 - 40,322; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

TCDRS Retirement

457/401

Life Insurance

PTO

Holidays

Job summary

BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY in East Williamson County is seeking a Plant Operator to safely run and maintain water or wastewater treatment facilities, ensure permit compliance, monitor processes, and maintain plant efficiency.

Responsibilities include sampling, analyzing water/wastewater, adjusting valves and chemical dosages, operating the sludge press, and performing preventive maintenance. Two years’ experience plus licenses and Hazmat training are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience or equivalent education.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License with good driving record.
• Class D Water and/or Waste Water License required within six months.
• Class C Water and/or Waste Water License required within one year.
• Approved Hazmat training within six months.
• High School Diploma.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain water or wastewater treatment plants.
• Collect samples and analyze water/wastewater for process monitoring.
• Adjust process controls, valves, and chemical dosages.
• Operate sludge press and perform preventive maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with permits and monitor plant efficiency.
• Order supplies and chemicals and perform general maintenance.

Skills

Safety minded

Teamwork

Communication

Process controls

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Plant equipment

Job description

Plant Operator

Pay Grade: 918

Location: East Williamson County

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 water or 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 Water and/or Waste Water License required within six months of employment
• Class C Water and/or 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 specifications...
• 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

$22.95 to $29.27 per hour. This is a non-exempt position.

Posting Date

July 8, 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

Women & Minorities are Encouraged to Apply