Wastewater Plant Operator I — Start Your Career in Treatment

Water Otter Job Board; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Life insurance

Job summary

The City of Laredo seeks a wastewater operator to operate and maintain treatment systems, collect samples, and test wastewater for quality control. You will monitor pumps, aeration, and chemical dosing to ensure continuous plant operation and compliance with permits.

Responsibilities include dewatering sludge, recording data, and coordinating with in-house and external labs. A high school diploma or GED is required, with a Texas driver license and a Water Operator License Class D to be obtained

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas Driver License required.
• Water Operator License Class "D" must be obtained within 12 months of employment.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wastewater treatment processes.
• Tend to pumps, conveyors, blowers, chlorinators, and filters.
• Collect samples and perform routine analyses.
• Monitor permits and ensure compliance with state/federal regulations.
• Maintain equipment and inventory.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Texas Driver License

Job description

The City of Laredo seeks a wastewater operator to operate and maintain treatment systems, collect samples, and test wastewater for quality control. You will monitor pumps, aeration, and chemical dosing to ensure continuous plant operation and compliance with permits.

Responsibilities include dewatering sludge, recording data, and coordinating with in-house and external labs. A high school diploma or GED is required, with a Texas driver license and a Water Operator License Class D to be obtained