Surface Water Operator

Inframark; La Feria (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Inframark in Texas seeks a Surface Water Operator I to operate and maintain water treatment facility equipment, monitor production wells, and support daily plant performance. You will document plant data and respond to emergencies as needed.

The role requires willingness to pursue water/wastewater certification, knowledge of process control, and flexibility to work all shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Willing to obtain water or wastewater certification.
• Knowledge of process control techniques and safety.
• Ability to perform routine on-site maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Knowledge of regulatory rules.
• Experience in water or wastewater treatment is desirable.
• Willing to work all shifts including weekends and nights.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment such as valves, pumps, motors, and disinfection gear.
• Performs testing, monitoring, and basic lab analyses.
• Documents plant performance, flow, and chemical usage.
• Responds to after-hours emergencies to repair equipment.
• Maintains clean, secure facilities and provides customer service as needed.
• All duties as assigned.
• Willing to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and on-call.

Skills

Certification pursuit

Process control knowledge

Maintenance & repairs

Regulatory knowledge

Water/wastewater exp

Flexibility with shifts

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

SURFACE WATER OPERATOR I

The Surface Water Operator I is responsible for operation and maintenance of equipment in water treatment facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates a variety of equipment/machinery, including valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, vehicles, etc.
• Conducts routine testing, monitoring, and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater unit processes, and basic laboratory analyses.
• Performs and documents the treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment. Documents plant performance, including daily flow, electrical and chemical usage and dosage.
• Responds to call-outs and after-hours emergencies to repair treatment equipment, pumps, motors, sensing devices, instrumentation, and electrical support.
• Ensures facilities are clean, neat, and secure.
• Provides customer service functions when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Willing to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on-call.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Display a willingness, aptitude, and self-discipline to study the required material and meet all prerequisites to obtain water or wastewater certification.
• Knowledge of process control techniques, maintenance procedures, and safe practices.
• The ability to successfully perform routine on-site maintenance and emergency repairs of treatment equipment is essential
• Knowledge of regulatory rules is essential
• Previous water or wastewater treatment experience is desirable
• Completion of water or wastewater correspondence courses is very desirable
• Willing to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, evenings, and 24-hour emergency on call

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Education/Experience: High School Diploma or GED.

Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver’s License (CDL preferred). Water/Wastewater Operator’s License specific to state and site-specific requirements. Other licenses may vary according to specific site and assignments.

Technical: Ability to follow manual & operating instructions. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & the internet. Basic knowledge of water/wastewater operations.

Communication: Communicates clearly & professionally. Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience. Willing to help others. Maintains composure in challenging situations.

Problem Solving & Quality: Pays attention to detail. Identifies & solves problems. Escalates issues accordingly. Checks work for quality.

Managing for Results: Works well with supervision. Takes projects to completion. Follows all company policies & SOPs. Manages multiple tasks.

Leadership & Initiative: Demonstrates a positive attitude. Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values. Takes accountability for own performance. Willing to take on additional assignments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to frequently lift 50-60 pounds; load, unload & move large equipment/tools; access confined spaces; and continuously walk and climb stairs and ladders.