Water & Wastewater Plant Operator II

aquaamerica; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, is seeking a Facility Operator to support water production facilities, wastewater treatment, lift stations, and the distribution system in the West Houston area (Tomball, Katy, Cypress, The Woodlands).

The role reports to the Field Supervisor and requires licensing upgrades (FO I–III) for water and wastewater. On-site work with potential on-call nights and weekends is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required.
• Licensing: FO I (C Water) or FO II; FO III requires dual Water/B Wastewater licenses.

Responsibilities

• Maintains equipment at water production facilities and booster stations.
• Operates and maintains distribution systems including mains, valves, hydrants and service lines.
• Maintains equipment at wastewater treatment facilities and lift stations.
• Operates and maintains sewer collection systems including mains and pump stations.
• Troubleshoots and repairs service piping and related equipment.
• Performs routine water quality analysis per established processes and procedures.
• Adjusts chemical treatment to ensure water quality meets standards.
• Completes customer service work orders and updates system documentation.
• Performs all tasks safely and in accordance with policies and regulations.
• Assists with other tasks or projects as assigned.

Skills

Computer literacy

Reading instructions

Math/calculation

Interpersonal communication

Water/wastewater knowledge

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid US Driver's License

Tools

C Water license

C Wastewater license

FO I/II/III licensing

Job description

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, is seeking a Facility Operator to support water production facilities, wastewater treatment, lift stations, and the distribution system in the West Houston area (Tomball, Katy, Cypress, The Woodlands).

The role reports to the Field Supervisor and requires licensing upgrades (FO I–III) for water and wastewater. On-site work with potential on-call nights and weekends is expected.