Water Production Operator: 24/7 Plant & Well Ops

City of Kerrville, Texas; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kerrville, Texas is seeking a Water Production Operator to oversee surface water, ground water, and aquifer storage facilities. You will monitor, control, and maintain treatment processes, with 12‑hour shifts and on‑call duties required.

Requires a high school diploma, valid TX driver’s license, and relevant TCEQ licenses or timeline to obtain. Training provided; opportunity to work citywide in varied environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain or hold TCEQ water/ground/surface licenses per timeline.
• One-year related field experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate the surface water, ground water, and aquifer storage and recovery facilities by processing, monitoring, controlling the treatment process and testing water quality.
• Perform routine maintenance and assist maintenance personnel with procedures; maintain buildings and grounds.
• Operate production facilities including wells and disinfection equipment; manage flushing as needed.
• Operate booster stations and storage locations; monitor distribution and water pressures using SCADA.
• Manage aquifer storage and recovery system operations; monitor injection rates and data collection.
• Work under guidance of a licensed operator during training; attend trainings and perform duties as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned; work citywide in indoor and outdoor settings.

Skills

Regular attendance

Non-rotating shift

Certification pursuit

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid Texas Driver’s License

TCEQ Class D Water Operator license or obtain within 1 year

TCEQ Class C Ground Water Operator license or obtain within 2 years

TCEQ Class C Surface Water Operator license or obtain within 2 years

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Chain saw

Ladder

Tractor

Piping

Job description

City of Kerrville, Texas is seeking a Water Production Operator to oversee surface water, ground water, and aquifer storage facilities. You will monitor, control, and maintain treatment processes, with 12‑hour shifts and on‑call duties required.

Requires a high school diploma, valid TX driver’s license, and relevant TCEQ licenses or timeline to obtain. Training provided; opportunity to work citywide in varied environments.