Wastewater Plant Operator Trainee — Training & Growth

City of Nacogdoches, Texas; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Nacogdoches Public Works Department seeks a Plant Operator or Trainee for Wastewater Treatment. You will monitor pumps, filters and chemical feeds to keep operations within permit limits, and collect samples for lab testing in a hands-on, crew-based environment.

No prior wastewater experience is required as we provide training. A high school diploma or GED and a Texas driver license are required, with license progression unlocking higher pay up to $200/month with advanced TCEQ licenses.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas Driver license required.
• Ability to obtain a TCEQ Class D Wastewater License within 1 year of hire.
• License level (A/B/C/D) may adjust pay accordingly, up to $200/month for additional licenses.

Responsibilities

• Tour plant regularly to check pumps, engines, generators, chlorinators and filters.
• Collect water samples, perform standard laboratory tests and log data.
• Adjust motors, valves and chemical feeds to keep permit limits.
• Assist with facility maintenance, repairs and groundskeeping.

Skills

Wastewater operations

Safety procedures

Laboratory tests

Permitting requirements

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

City of Nacogdoches Public Works Department seeks a Plant Operator or Trainee for Wastewater Treatment. You will monitor pumps, filters and chemical feeds to keep operations within permit limits, and collect samples for lab testing in a hands-on, crew-based environment.

No prior wastewater experience is required as we provide training. A high school diploma or GED and a Texas driver license are required, with license progression unlocking higher pay up to $200/month with advanced TCEQ licenses.