City of Temple, TX
Summary
Responsible for operating, monitoring, controlling, testing, and troubleshooting water supply, treatment plant, distribution system, and storage facilities. Work under the direct supervision of a lead operator or supervisor. Must be available to work flexible hours at a 24‑hour facility, including weekends and holidays.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Continues to develop the 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.
Recommends process control adjustments to ensure optimum treatment and maintenance efforts, forwards to immediate supervisor.
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.
Assists with training Water Operators I.
Provides plant status update to on‑coming operator team; accepts plant status update from the preceding operator team.
Responds to public complaints or concerns.
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 education 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
Class “C” Surface Water certification from TCEQ.
Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Management and Manufacturing
Industries:
Government Administration
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Continues to develop the 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.
Recommends process control adjustments to ensure optimum treatment and maintenance efforts, forwards to immediate supervisor.
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.
Assists with training Water Operators I.
Provides plant status update to on‑coming operator team; accepts plant status update from the preceding operator team.
Responds to public complaints or concerns.
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 education 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
Class “C” Surface Water certification from TCEQ.
Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Management and Manufacturing
Industries:
Government Administration
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Temple, TX .
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