Water Plant Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Water Plant Operator Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reporting to: Water Plant Supervisor Pay Grade: Based on Experience

Department: Water Plant Work Status: Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 40 Location: Water Plant

JOB SUMMARY:

The water treatment plant operator is responsible for the specialized work in the operation and maintenance of the water treatment plant. Incumbent must learn the characteristic of water chemical analysis, motors, pumps, and other equipment related to water treatment. The duties include the following:

Performance of all duties in accordance with established safety standards is essential to the job.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

All of the following are to be performed while adhering to Agua SUD operational policies, safety rules, and procedures.

1. Operates and checks all pumps, chemical stations, reservoirs, water towers, filters, and electrical instrumentation;

2. Inspect equipment and monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions;

3. Collect and test water samples, using water analysis methods and instrumentations;

4. Operates and adjust controls on equipment.

5. Assist in the repair and maintenance of plant equipment as well as keeping all structures and grounds neat and clean;

6. Add chemicals at the proper dosages.

7. Will maintain and ensure that all daily logs are completed.

8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of hazardous materials identifications and proper disposal methods
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety precautions Knowledge of District policies and procedures related to water plant maintenance and repair
• Ability to perform mental math involving addition and subtraction accurately and quickly

Water Plant Operator Job Description

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or GED.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times.
• Must have a valid Texas Driver License
• Must be able to obtain a TCEQ Surface Water “D” License within one (1) year of employment and a TCEQ Surface Water “C” license within two (2) years of employment. Must be able to work shifts, weekends and holidays. Prefer TCEQ License “D” or Higher.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Agua SUD is an Equal Opportunity “At-Will” Employer and does not discriminate on any applicable

legally-recognized basis.

Water Plant Operator Job Description

Agua Special Utility District 3120 N

Abram Rd Palmview, Tx 78572

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13