Water System Operator

Kleinfelder; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder is hiring a Water System Operator to support Katy, TX and Sealy, TX operations in a flexible role with up to 15 hours weekly. You will operate and maintain pumps, monitor meters, collect samples, and prepare reports, with 75% field work and 25% office time.

A valid driver’s license and water operator licenses are required or pursued. The position offers competitive pay and benefits while contributing to safe, efficient water treatment and wastewater plant operations.

Qualifications

• Clear communication and teamwork are essential.
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities are required.
• Commitment to following established policies and procedures.
• 75% field work and 25% office time.
• Must have Valid Driver's License.
• Water Operator License: Class C preferred; Class D acceptable if C not available within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain pumps, motors, and blowers.
• Complete and follow-up on work orders and process control monitoring.
• Monitor and record flow meters and system run hours.
• Service and maintain equipment and overall plant.
• Clean sand and media filters.
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot electrical controls.
• Collect samples for analysis and maintain chain of custody.
• Log plant operation details and prepare reports.
• Monitor treatment processes and apply adjustments based on results.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Organizational abilities

Policy compliance

Education

Water Operator Licenses (Class C preferred)

Class D license acceptable if Class C obtainable within a year

Job description

Are you ready to make a splash in the world of Water Technology and drive meaningful change? Join us and be at the forefront of innovation, sustainability, and global impact. Your expertise will not only shape the future of water management and design but also contribute to building a more sustainable world for generations to come. Dive into a career where your work truly makes a difference - join us in revolutionizing Water Technology today!

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder is hiring a Water System Operator for ourKaty, TX and Sealy, TX areas. Our Technical Operators perform various functions in ensuring the operational efficiency and safety of the multiple plants maintained daily. This is a flex position offering up to 15 hours weekly. The job description below are the kind of tasks, duties, and responsibilities needed to be performed by Technical Operators of water supply & wastewater plants:

• Operate and maintain pumps, motors, blowers.
• Complete and follow-up on work orders and process control monitoring.
• Monitor and record flow meters and system run hours.
• Service and maintain equipment and overall plant.
• Clean sand filters and media filters.
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot electrical controls (with proper training and equipment).
• Collect samples for analysis and maintain chain of custodies.
• Log plant operation details, on computer and in writing; prepare reports.
• Monitor treatment processes and apply standard operational adjustments based on those results
• The Technical Operator position holds multiple levels, based on experience and state certifications.

Requirements - Abilities, Knowledge, and Skills - for Technical Operator Role

To be a Technical Operator, you will need to meet the following requirements, which are set by the Operations Director:

• Good and effective communication skills
• Good analytical and organizational abilities are of great importance
• Committed to following established policies and procedures.
• 75% field work and 25% office time
• Must have Valid Driver's License
• Valid Class C Water Operator License is preferred.
• Class D Water Operator License is acceptable if a Class C is obtainable within a year.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits:

Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Anticipated salary is $30.00 per hour to $45.00 per hour.

Career Development:

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity:

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those.