City of Baytown, TX
Job Summary
Join our team as a Wastewater Operator I/II/III and contribute to maintaining the essential water services in our community. We are looking for dedicated individuals with a strong work ethic and a commitment to environmental stewardship, who can effectively operate and maintain wastewater treatment facilities. If you have a passion for ensuring water quality and are ready to advance your career in a supportive and growth‑oriented environment, apply today! The Wastewater Operator I/II/III protects public health and welfare. Learns all aspects of the plant including maintaining equipment and cleaning clarifiers. Participates in training to learn wastewater plant operations and maintenance. Responsibilities
Wastewater Operator I
Participates in training of plant operations, equipment and grounds maintenance. Participates in training of preventive maintenance of plant mechanical equipment. Participates in training of laboratory testing, recording results, and reporting and monitoring all data. Participates in cleaning of the plant such as clarifiers, bar screen area, and digester. Participates in keeping the Treatment Plant compliant with the EPA’s Risk Management Plan, and the TCEQ’s Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan permits. Performs all other related duties as assigned. Wastewater Operator II
Performs general plant cleanup and yard maintenance, checks and maintains equipment, oil or grease machinery, and wash down the plant on a daily basis. Makes plant inspections, takes readings: totalizer, water meter, flow meter, and hour meters on various equipment. Changes out empty chlorine and sulfur dioxide cylinders as needed; changes out polymer. Collects samples and runs tests on effluent, mixing basins, and clarifiers – DO, pH, CL2, 30‑minute settling tests. Operates valves and pumps to transfer sludge from one place to another. Sometimes supervises operations. Performs all other related duties as assigned. Wastewater Operator III
Collect and run daily/weekly samples and storm water sampling during inclement weather as required by TCEQ. Ensure proper chlorination and de‑chlorination, clean clarifies, run belt press. Make plant inspections, take readings: totalizer, water meter, flow meter, and hour meters on various equipment. Prepare work orders, retrieve purchase orders to complete work ordered; acquire bids for work to be completed following HUB vendors list. Complete monthly reports for water intake/output averages and weekly reports for daily averages. Provide routine maintenance and grounds keeping as needed in the plant. Performs all other related duties as assigned. Qualifications
Wastewater Operator I ($17.46 – $21.83/hr DOQ + Cert Pay)
High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days). Six months of related experience. Must be able to obtain a Class “C” Wastewater Treatment Operator Certificate from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within 18 months from date in position. Wastewater Operator II ($19.78 – $24.73 DOQ + Cert Pay)
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) plus specialized technical courses. Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days). Two years of related experience. Class “C” Wastewater Treatment Certification from the TCEQ. Preferred for Operator II
Class “B” Wastewater Treatment Certification from the TCEQ. Wastewater Operator III ($22.11 – $27.64/hr DOQ + Cert Pay)
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) plus specialized technical courses. Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days). Two years experience in a paraprofessional related role. Class “B” Wastewater Treatment Certification from the TCEQ. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of basic math. Ability to keep daily records of operation. Ability to get along appropriately with co‑workers and the public. Position Strength Demands
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Benefits
Medical: United Healthcare, Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Annual deductible (network) $750 indiv/$2,250 family. In‑network benefit 80%/20% after plan deductible. $50 co‑pay (general visit). RX – $10 generic/$40 formulary/$75 non‑formulary. Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and Dependent Care expenses. FREE virtual visits. Dental: Cigna Dental PPO & DHMO, Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Preventative & diagnostic covered at 100%. Annual deductible: $50 indiv (Cigna PPO) – No annual deductible for Cigna DHMO. Vision: Superior Vision, Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. In‑network exam co‑pay $10 & $25 materials co‑pay. Frames: $140 allowance – Contact lenses: $160 allowance. Holistic Health & Wellness: Employee Wellness Center offering FREE primary care medical treatment for employees & dependents on the Medical plan; FREE access to gyms, Shipt, and Walmart+ through our employee medical insurance; Gym partnership with Lee College Wellness Center & swimming pool for $58/year; Employee Assistance Program providing up to 8 FREE counseling sessions per issue per year, legal and financial assistance, will generator tools, and more! Sick Leave Pool providing additional paid sick time if accruals are exhausted; SmartDollar free online program. Retirement: Texas Municipal Retirement System – 7% employee contribution with a 14% employer match, 5‑year vesting, eligibility: 20 years of service/any age or 5 years of service/at least age 60. FREE Life Insurance coverage up to 1X base annual salary. MissionSquare and Roth IRA plans: additional voluntary employee participation. Disability Insurance: Equitable – Long‑term Disability: voluntary coverage paying 60% of monthly earnings up to $8,000 per month until social security age. Short‑term Disability: voluntary coverage paying 60% of weekly earnings up to $1,000 per week for up to 13 weeks. Training and Tuition Assistance: HUB Employee Training Center; Access to funding up to $1,500 per semester or $3,000 per year for tuition toward job‑related courses. Generous Paid Sick, Vacation, & Holiday Leave: 10 holidays per year and one personal employee day per year; 15 days sick leave per year; starting at 10 days of vacation per year, up to 25 days; Sick and vacation hours roll over annually; 15 days Paid Parental Leave. Employment Information
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of Baytown, TX by 2x. Additional Information
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Join our team as a Wastewater Operator I/II/III and contribute to maintaining the essential water services in our community. We are looking for dedicated individuals with a strong work ethic and a commitment to environmental stewardship, who can effectively operate and maintain wastewater treatment facilities. If you have a passion for ensuring water quality and are ready to advance your career in a supportive and growth‑oriented environment, apply today! The Wastewater Operator I/II/III protects public health and welfare. Learns all aspects of the plant including maintaining equipment and cleaning clarifiers. Participates in training to learn wastewater plant operations and maintenance. Responsibilities
Wastewater Operator I
Participates in training of plant operations, equipment and grounds maintenance. Participates in training of preventive maintenance of plant mechanical equipment. Participates in training of laboratory testing, recording results, and reporting and monitoring all data. Participates in cleaning of the plant such as clarifiers, bar screen area, and digester. Participates in keeping the Treatment Plant compliant with the EPA’s Risk Management Plan, and the TCEQ’s Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan permits. Performs all other related duties as assigned. Wastewater Operator II
Performs general plant cleanup and yard maintenance, checks and maintains equipment, oil or grease machinery, and wash down the plant on a daily basis. Makes plant inspections, takes readings: totalizer, water meter, flow meter, and hour meters on various equipment. Changes out empty chlorine and sulfur dioxide cylinders as needed; changes out polymer. Collects samples and runs tests on effluent, mixing basins, and clarifiers – DO, pH, CL2, 30‑minute settling tests. Operates valves and pumps to transfer sludge from one place to another. Sometimes supervises operations. Performs all other related duties as assigned. Wastewater Operator III
Collect and run daily/weekly samples and storm water sampling during inclement weather as required by TCEQ. Ensure proper chlorination and de‑chlorination, clean clarifies, run belt press. Make plant inspections, take readings: totalizer, water meter, flow meter, and hour meters on various equipment. Prepare work orders, retrieve purchase orders to complete work ordered; acquire bids for work to be completed following HUB vendors list. Complete monthly reports for water intake/output averages and weekly reports for daily averages. Provide routine maintenance and grounds keeping as needed in the plant. Performs all other related duties as assigned. Qualifications
Wastewater Operator I ($17.46 – $21.83/hr DOQ + Cert Pay)
High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days). Six months of related experience. Must be able to obtain a Class “C” Wastewater Treatment Operator Certificate from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within 18 months from date in position. Wastewater Operator II ($19.78 – $24.73 DOQ + Cert Pay)
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) plus specialized technical courses. Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days). Two years of related experience. Class “C” Wastewater Treatment Certification from the TCEQ. Preferred for Operator II
Class “B” Wastewater Treatment Certification from the TCEQ. Wastewater Operator III ($22.11 – $27.64/hr DOQ + Cert Pay)
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) plus specialized technical courses. Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days). Two years experience in a paraprofessional related role. Class “B” Wastewater Treatment Certification from the TCEQ. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of basic math. Ability to keep daily records of operation. Ability to get along appropriately with co‑workers and the public. Position Strength Demands
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Benefits
Medical: United Healthcare, Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Annual deductible (network) $750 indiv/$2,250 family. In‑network benefit 80%/20% after plan deductible. $50 co‑pay (general visit). RX – $10 generic/$40 formulary/$75 non‑formulary. Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and Dependent Care expenses. FREE virtual visits. Dental: Cigna Dental PPO & DHMO, Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Preventative & diagnostic covered at 100%. Annual deductible: $50 indiv (Cigna PPO) – No annual deductible for Cigna DHMO. Vision: Superior Vision, Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. In‑network exam co‑pay $10 & $25 materials co‑pay. Frames: $140 allowance – Contact lenses: $160 allowance. Holistic Health & Wellness: Employee Wellness Center offering FREE primary care medical treatment for employees & dependents on the Medical plan; FREE access to gyms, Shipt, and Walmart+ through our employee medical insurance; Gym partnership with Lee College Wellness Center & swimming pool for $58/year; Employee Assistance Program providing up to 8 FREE counseling sessions per issue per year, legal and financial assistance, will generator tools, and more! Sick Leave Pool providing additional paid sick time if accruals are exhausted; SmartDollar free online program. Retirement: Texas Municipal Retirement System – 7% employee contribution with a 14% employer match, 5‑year vesting, eligibility: 20 years of service/any age or 5 years of service/at least age 60. FREE Life Insurance coverage up to 1X base annual salary. MissionSquare and Roth IRA plans: additional voluntary employee participation. Disability Insurance: Equitable – Long‑term Disability: voluntary coverage paying 60% of monthly earnings up to $8,000 per month until social security age. Short‑term Disability: voluntary coverage paying 60% of weekly earnings up to $1,000 per week for up to 13 weeks. Training and Tuition Assistance: HUB Employee Training Center; Access to funding up to $1,500 per semester or $3,000 per year for tuition toward job‑related courses. Generous Paid Sick, Vacation, & Holiday Leave: 10 holidays per year and one personal employee day per year; 15 days sick leave per year; starting at 10 days of vacation per year, up to 25 days; Sick and vacation hours roll over annually; 15 days Paid Parental Leave. Employment Information
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of Baytown, TX by 2x. Additional Information
To explore all of the benefits we offer, please visit:
baytownlife.com .
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