Senior Wastewater Plant Operator – SCADA & Operations Lead

North Texas Municipal Water District; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) is seeking a Wastewater Plant Operator III to oversee operation, maintenance and monitoring of wastewater facilities including headworks, treatment processes, and SCADA systems. The role emphasizes safety, asset condition, and regulatory compliance in a dynamic plant environment.

You will train and mentor staff, document procedures, and coordinate repairs with maintenance teams while ensuring efficient operations and adherence to health, safety, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or trade cert preferred.
• Texas Driver's License required.
• 3+ years wastewater treatment experience or relevant work.
• Ability to troubleshoot wastewater equipment and processes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and adjust facility operations using SCADA and sampling.
• Lead and mentor staff; train team under supervision.
• Maintain logs and records; coordinate with maintenance.
• Respond to emergencies; perform routine maintenance and testing.

Skills

Communication

Driver's license (TX)

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or trade certification

Tools

SCADA

Job description

North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) is seeking a Wastewater Plant Operator III to oversee operation, maintenance and monitoring of wastewater facilities including headworks, treatment processes, and SCADA systems. The role emphasizes safety, asset condition, and regulatory compliance in a dynamic plant environment.

You will train and mentor staff, document procedures, and coordinate repairs with maintenance teams while ensuring efficient operations and adherence to health, safety, and