Water Operator I

City of Temple; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Temple seeks a Water Treatment Operator to assist in operating and monitoring the water treatment plant, distribution, storage facilities, and related systems. The role requires flexibility to work at a 24-hour facility, including weekends and holidays, under the supervision of a licensed operator.

Responsibilities include SCADA operation, laboratory duties, quality control, and assisting with inspections, maintenance, and safety programs.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with SCADA for monitoring and control.
• Experience in laboratory sample handling and QA processes.
• Familiarity with safety guidelines and regulations for water facilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operating and monitoring water treatment facilities.
• Perform sampling, tests, and recordkeeping for regulatory compliance.
• Maintain and calibrate treatment equipment and instrumentation.
• Assist with inspections and maintenance projects as needed.
• Work flexible hours at a 24-hour facility, including weekends/holidays.

Skills

SCADA operation

Laboratory duties

Quality control

Instrumentation maintenance

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SCADA

Laboratory equipment

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

• Continues developing the 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 and ‘C’ Surface 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 pertaining to the work area and equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid Class “D” Water Licensing from TCEQ