Surface Water Treatment Plant Operator II

Are you ready to make a significant impact on the quality and sustainability of water resources? Join the Fort Bend County Water Control & Improvement District No. 2, TX as a Surface Water Treatment Plant Operator II. This vital role involves operating and maintaining the District’s Surface Water treatment facility to ensure daily water production. Key responsibilities include:

• Operating motors, pumps, and valves to regulate water flow into the treatment plant
• Monitoring and adjusting chemical treatments for water disinfection and clarification
• Conducting equipment preventative maintenance as per O&M manuals
• Recording and analyzing data accurately
• Ensuring plant security and performing additional duties as assigned

As an essential employee, you may be required to work before, during, and after emergencies or disasters. This position does not have supervisory responsibilities but offers substantial professional growth.

The ideal candidate is a proactive and dedicated professional with a keen eye for detail and a strong commitment to public service. You should thrive in dynamic environments, possess excellent problem-solving skills, and demonstrate the ability to follow complex instructions. Your enthusiasm for maintaining high water quality standards and your readiness to tackle challenges will make you a perfect fit for our team.

• One (1) year of related experience and/or training in operating a surface water treatment plant; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in reading and comprehending instructions, O&M manuals, and correspondence
• Effective communication skills for interacting with customers, clients, and colleagues
• Competence in water math parameters and common calculations (e.g., Square feet, Cubic Feet per Second, Chemical Dosage)
• Basic computer skills, including Spreadsheet and Word Processing software
• Valid Class "C" Driver License and Class "C" Water License

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, and kneel
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Work Environment:

• Regular exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and outside weather conditions
• Frequent exposure to chemicals used in water disinfection
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, high places, and electrical equipment
• Moderate noise level, with appropriate PPE provided

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure fairness for all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Join us in our mission to provide high-quality and sustainable water to the City of Stafford!

Salary : $22 - $24