Wastewater Plant Operator: SCADA Pro & Sludge Handling

City of Victoria; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Victoria seeks a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to operate and monitor municipal wastewater facilities. You will collect samples, run lab tests, maintain records, and ensure safe, compliant plant operations across sites.

Responsibilities include SCADA monitoring, data analysis, reporting, and cooperation with staff and the public. Qualifications include a high school diploma, TX CDL, and a Class C wastewater operator cert; 3 years’ experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Three years wastewater operator experience or equivalent.
• Class B CDL within six months of hire.
• Class C Wastewater Operator certification.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations including TCEQ.
• Familiarity with safety policies, procedures, and PPE.
• Experience in records maintenance and retention.
• Ability to read gauges, meters, and reports accurately.
• SCADA software experience.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Check status of wastewater plants and make process adjustments as needed.
• Collect process control samples from the plant and perform tests including temperature and pH.
• Monitor SCADA systems and flow measurements.
• Inspect equipment for proper operation and report maintenance tasks.
• Operate sludge press and manage sludge disposal; drive dump trucks to compost site.
• Collect and analyze lab data and maintain plant records and reports.
• Attend training and safety meetings and prepare reports timely.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

SCADA monitoring

Communication skills

Organization & prioritization

Independent & collaborative work

Reading gauges & meters

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA software

Class B CDL (intent to obtain)

Class C Wastewater Operator certification

Job description

The City of Victoria seeks a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to operate and monitor municipal wastewater facilities. You will collect samples, run lab tests, maintain records, and ensure safe, compliant plant operations across sites.

Responsibilities include SCADA monitoring, data analysis, reporting, and cooperation with staff and the public. Qualifications include a high school diploma, TX CDL, and a Class C wastewater operator cert; 3 years’ experience preferred.