Water Operator Apprentice

Colonial Group; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a water treatment operator to assist with operating, monitoring, and maintaining the plant, distribution system and storage facilities in Temple, TX. The role requires flexibility for 24-hour facility coverage, including weekends and holidays, under supervision of a licensed operator.

Responsibilities include SCADA operation, sample collection, lab duties, maintenance on pumps and equipment, and adherence to state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Operates and monitors treatment process using SCADA and adjusts chemicals.
• Performs laboratory duties, maintains instruments, collects samples and analyzes water quality.
• Maintains records and meets with supervisor to review system performance.
• Completes required training for the D Water License with on-the-job instruction.
• Assists with inspections, maintenance projects and safety procedures.
• Works in confined spaces and around hazardous chemicals; operates heavy equipment for facility upkeep.

Skills

SCADA operations

Water treatment knowledge

Laboratory duties

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SCADA system

Job description

Summary

Assists with operating, monitoring, controlling, testing, and troubleshooting water supply, treatment plant, distribution system and storage facilities. Work under the direct supervision of a licensed operator. Must be available to work flexible hours at 24-hour facility to include weekends and holidays.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develops basic knowledge and skills for the essential operations of the water treatment plant and facilities, including both conventional and membrane treatment, in accordance with State and Federal regulations
• Operates and monitors treatment process using Supervisory Controller & Data Acquisition (SCADA); adjusts chemicals and treatment equipment in accordance with regulatory permits
• Performs laboratory duties, maintains instruments, monitors quality control, collects samples, conducts analyses, and prepares samples for transport
• Enters sample analysis into daily log and ensures accuracy of all records/reports on their shift
• Meets daily with supervisor and reports performance of the entire system
• Completes the required courses and on-the-job training needed for the ‘D’ Water License
• Assists with TCEQ inspections, construction, and maintenance projects
• Works in confined space and works around hazardous chemicals
• Operates heavy equipment for facility maintenance including lift and boom trucks
• Assists with sludge removal, transferring and disposal
• Performs preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, and tanks; cleans and services all areas throughout the plant
• Calibrates and performs maintenance on mechanical, analytical, instrumentation and telemetry equipment
• Develops the knowledge and ability to solve problems under normal and stressful conditions
• Attends TWUA monthly trainings
• Maintains certification and completes continuing educations training courses
• Follows the city policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent

Certificates, Licenses, Registration s

• Ability to obtain a Class “D” Water Licensing from TCEQ within 6 months of employment