Senior Wastewater Plant Operator – MBR & SCADA

Water Otter Job Board; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan with employer’s contribution

Paid holidays

Job summary

H 2 O Innovation is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator for a state-of-the-art MBR facility serving the Texas Division of Emergency Management in Austin. You will operate daily processes, monitor performance, perform lab tests, and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires hands-on maintenance experience, ability to work independently, and strong problem-solving skills. Travel is possible but limited; on-site work in Austin, TX is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, Biology, Chemistry, Physical Sciences, Engineering, or related field preferred, but not required.
• Texas license or higher preferred.
• Five+ years in operations/maintenance of an advanced WWTP.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain the wastewater treatment facility and its systems.
• Perform laboratory testing for water quality and process control.
• Maintain records and coordinate chemical orders and replacements.
• Coordinate safety and environmental compliance programs.

Skills

Environmental awareness

Maintenance & hands-on

Verbal and written skills

Public relations & customer service

Autonomy & initiative

Education

Bachelor's in Environmental Studies/related field

Engineering/Physical Sciences background preferred

Tools

SCADA

Office software

Job description

H 2 O Innovation is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator for a state-of-the-art MBR facility serving the Texas Division of Emergency Management in Austin. You will operate daily processes, monitor performance, perform lab tests, and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires hands-on maintenance experience, ability to work independently, and strong problem-solving skills. Travel is possible but limited; on-site work in Austin, TX is expected.