Wastewater Plant Operator - MBR, SCADA, Flexible Schedule

H2O Innovation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health insurance

401K with employer contribution

Paid vacation & sick days

Flexible schedule

Job summary

H 2 O Innovation is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator for a new Membrane Bioreactor facility in Austin, Texas. You will operate, monitor, and maintain the plant, including pumping, solids handling, disinfection, and reclaimed water systems, using SCADA for process control.

The ideal candidate has strong hands-on maintenance experience, a relevant degree or license, and the ability to work independently while ensuring regulatory compliance and safe operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Biology, Chemistry, Physical Sciences, Engineering is preferred but not required.
• Strong background in electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment maintenance.
• TCEQ Class C Wastewater Operator License or higher.
• Five years in operations/maintenance of an advanced wastewater treatment plant.
• Computer and office equipment skills.
• Public relations and customer service skills.
• Verbal and written report writing skills.
• Knowledge of operations, maintenance, and safety procedures for wastewater treatment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, supervise and schedule resources to meet program and production goals.
• Develop plant-specific SOPs for operations and maintenance.
• Analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving activities.
• Develop and implement safety programs for the plant.
• Coordinate staff meetings and participate in appropriate reviews.
• Provide on-call coverage for plant alarms with remote after-hours response.
• Coordinate Capital Improvement Projects to upgrade plant facilities.
• Maintain excellent relationships with client and host site personnel.

Skills

SCADA monitoring

Electrical & mechanical maintenance

Verbal & written communication

Public relations & customer service

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelors in Environmental Studies / Biology / Chemistry / Engineering

TCEQ Class C Wastewater Treatment Operator License

Tools

SCADA systems

PLC & instrumentation

Job description

H 2 O Innovation is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator for a new Membrane Bioreactor facility in Austin, Texas. You will operate, monitor, and maintain the plant, including pumping, solids handling, disinfection, and reclaimed water systems, using SCADA for process control.

The ideal candidate has strong hands-on maintenance experience, a relevant degree or license, and the ability to work independently while ensuring regulatory compliance and safe operations.