Wastewater Plant Operator Trainee

City of Denison; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Denison is seeking a semi-skilled wastewater plant technician to monitor lift stations and treatment facilities, perform routine analyses and assist with daily reporting. The role requires following safety rules and adapting to varying shifts.

You will work with the wastewater team to operate and maintain pumps, chlorinators, and associated equipment, gaining experience across NTRA & PawPaw plants. This is a hands-on position with opportunities to grow within municipal operations.

Qualifications

• Requires basic understanding of wastewater operations and safety.
• Must be able to perform routine laboratory analyses.
• Demonstrates ability to learn plant operations and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Monitors lift stations and plants for proper operation
• Makes daily reports on wastewater operations
• Performs routine analysis on wastewater samples
• Change chlorine bottles
• Services and repairs pumps, chlorinators and other equipment
• Assist with compiling and preparing daily reports
• Learns proper operations and maintenance of NTRA & PawPaw plants

Skills

Moderate physical labor

Able to follow complex instructions

Night, weekend, overtime availability

Vehicle operation and driving

Teamwork and communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

TCEQ Class D Wastewater license

Job description

The City of Denison is seeking a semi-skilled wastewater plant technician to monitor lift stations and treatment facilities, perform routine analyses and assist with daily reporting. The role requires following safety rules and adapting to varying shifts.

You will work with the wastewater team to operate and maintain pumps, chlorinators, and associated equipment, gaining experience across NTRA & PawPaw plants. This is a hands-on position with opportunities to grow within municipal operations.