PLANT OPERATOR - WATER TREATMENT PLANT

Guadalupe--blanco-River-Authority; Canyon Lake (CA); On-site; USD 41,244 - 68,573; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance at no cost to employee

Retirement plan match

Vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Training (100% company-paid)

License incentive program

Educational assistance

Safety boot program

Wellness program with gym reimburse.

Employee recognition events

Exclusive employee perks & discounts

Job summary

Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority (GBRA) operates the Western Canyon Water Treatment Plant in Canyon Lake, TX. The Plant Operator ensures safe, efficient operation, monitoring distribution, pump stations, and storage tanks, with a focus on reliability and compliance with EPA/TCEQ permits.

The role requires operating 12-hour shifts, handling routine tests, maintaining logs, and performing preventive maintenance while adhering to GBRA safety standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Class D Water Operator license and Class C Surface Water license within 18 months.
• Valid Texas driver license and insurability.

Responsibilities

• Operate pump stations and water treatment plant(s).
• Collect samples and perform routine process control tests.
• Maintain operational logs, laboratory and process-control worksheets.
• Monitor SCADA system for status and alarms.
• Provide maintenance on pumps, tanks, and related equipment.
• Follow GBRA safety rules and report accidents.

Skills

12-hour shifts

Emergency response

Basic math

Read indicators

Microsoft 365

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job 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
• Vacation and 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: $41,144.00 - $68,573.00

REPORTS TO: Chief Operator Western Canyon, WTP

WORK LOCATION: 4775 South Cranes Mill Rd, Canyon Lake, Texas 78132

SUMMARY

The Plant Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the Surface Water treatment plant in the Western Canyon Division, including monitoring and controlling functions of the distribution system, pump stations, and storage tanks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Keep a working knowledge of GBRA’s commitment and promise as they relate to the Western Canyon Division.
• Meet the permit requirements as established by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
• Under the direction of the Chief Operator:
• Operate pump stations and water treatment plant(s).
• Collect samples and perform routine process control tests.
• Complete in an accurate, legible manner all operational logs, laboratory and process control worksheets.
• Monitor the SCADA system to identify communication issues and status.
• Read, install, and replace water meters.
• Assist in emergency repairs and operations.
• Perform maintenance and general repair work to pumping equipment, storage tanks, and small tools, vehicles, and equipment.
• Perform building and grounds maintenance.
• Maintain an inventory of all tools and equipment.
• Assist with the maintenance records throughout the Western Canyon Division.
• Safeguard all facilities and property.
• Perform rough fabrication, welding or cutting work, soldering, sandblasting, and painting, minor body repair, general carpentry, and other repair work as needed.
• Follow all requirements of the GBRA Safety Manual and report accidents immediately.
• Perform all work in a safe and thoughtful manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, typically 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and/or 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
• Subject to duties outside regularly scheduled work hours 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 (such as Safety Data Sheets and operation and maintenance manuals).
• Perform basic math skills.
• Read analog and digital indicators.
• Basic skills in Microsoft 365 applications.
• The permanent residence must be such that travel time to the Western Canyon Water Treatment Plant is no more than 45 minutes without violating traffic laws.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED.

REGISTRATIONS/LICENSES

Valid driver's license as issued by the State of Texas and the ability to remain insurable under GBRA’s vehicle liability policy.

Occupational licenses as issued by the State of Texas:

• Class D Water Operator license.
• Class C Surface Water Operator license within 18 months of employment.
• Higher Surface Water licenses encouraged.

EXPERIENCE

None required. 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 tanks, roofs, etc. Climb vertical ladders up to 30 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. Be able to differentiate colors (red/green). 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

Eighty (80) percent indoor and 20 percent outdoors. Work can generally be performed in a clean, well-organized environment. There are hazards associated with chemicals and rotating or moving mechanical parts, requiring operators to exercise care in their activities. Work is exposed to hazardous chemicals used in the treatment of water. Work with light trucks, hand tools, occasional power tools, mowers and sprayers, cleaning equipment, laboratory test equipment, and computers.

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.