OPERATOR II

Description

Why join GBRA?

· Competitive salary

· Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance at no cost to employee

· Texas County & District Retirement system matched 2:1 at retirement

· 12 days of annual leave

· 12 days of sick leave

· Paid Holidays

· 100% company-paid training

· License incentive program

· Educational assistance program

· Safety boot program

· Employee wellness program with gym reimbursement

· Employee recognition events

· Exclusive employee perks & discounts

FLSA STATUS:  Non-Exempt

PAY RANGE: $41,144.00 - $68,573.00

REPORTS TO:  Chief Operator San Marcos, WTP

DIVISION:  San Marcos

WORK LOCATION: 91 Old Bastrop Road, San Marcos, Texas 78666

SUMMARY

The Operator II is responsible for operating the San Marcos Water Treatment Plant and ground water system, and the treated water delivery systems to produce potable water from surface and ground water sources. All water delivered must meet or exceed the standards as enforced by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Keep a working knowledge of GBRA’s mission and policies as they relate to the San Marcos Division.
• Meet the permit requirements as established by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
• Start and stop all equipment necessary to meet the demands of the customers of the systems.
• Check pumps, motors, valves, chemical feed equipment, vats, storage tanks, disinfectant equipment, settling facilities, back wash pond and filters to make sure that all equipment is operating properly and for its intended purpose.
• Set the feed rates for all process chemicals to insure the rates are matched to flow and water characteristics.
• Perform and record water quality checks, including but not limited to the following:

          o Chlorine residual.

          o Fluoride residual.

          o Taste and odor threshold number.

          o Alkalinity and hardness.

          o pH.

          o Turbidity.

• Make changes in the process to compensate for changing flow rates and conditions of raw water.
• Perform all work in accordance with safety procedures and policies.
• Ensure the security of plant and well sites buildings, equipment and grounds.
• Continuously monitor the plant and well process, operation and equipment for proper function and performance; perform emergency maintenance when required.
• Complete timely and accurate log, analysis, and data sheets.
• Perform all laboratory tests as outlined by the Chief Operator.
• Verify and sign for equipment and supplies. 
• Provide maintenance and care of all materials, tools, equipment and vehicles assigned to the plant and well sites.
• Maintain, daily, the well sites and plant facilities. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Work twelve (12) hour shift on rotating basis and extended hours beyond a normal working day when necessary.
• Ability to do shift work, act alone, and continuously exercise sound judgment and vigilance
• Subject to on-call duties as scheduled by the Chief Operator.
• Respond to emergencies during off-duty hours.
• Safely operate gas, electric, hydraulic, and hand tools.
• Read and understand highly technical information in small print (such as Safety Data Sheets and wastewater discharge permits).
• Read analog and digital indicators.
• Ability to always maintain a courteous attitude. 
• Possess basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• The permanent residence must be such that travel time to the San Marcos water treatment plant is no more than 45 minutes without violating traffic laws.

EDUCATION 

High School Diploma or GED

REGISTRATIONS/LICENSES

1. Valid driver's license as issued by the State of Texas.

2. Ability to remain insurable under GBRA’s vehicle liability policy.

3. Occupational licenses as issued by the State of Texas:

a. Class C Surface Water operator license required;

b. Class C Ground Water operator license preferred or must be able to obtain in 18 months.

EXPERIENCE

Previous experience working in a surface water treatment plant is preferred. 

Experience in utility operations and maintenance, customer service, and/or construction is desirable.

MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work at elevated levels greater than 50 feet on platforms, roofs, bridges, etc.  Climb vertical ladders up to 20 feet in height.  Repeatedly lift, load, and unload up to 50 pounds.  Respond to visual and audible alarms.  Wear personal protection equipment such as safety glasses, protective footwear, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) as outlined in the employee Safety Manual.  Safely enter, exit, and work in trenches and confined spaces.  Perform basic first aid and CPR. Employees must wear protective footwear in compliance with ANSI or ASTM standard. New employees are provided protective footwear. Replacement footwear is provided annually for qualifying employees.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Approximately 80 percent of work is indoors; 20 percent is outdoors and may be in inclement weather Occasional travel to attend training necessary for maintaining licenses and certificates as required. There are hazards associated with chemicals and rotating or moving mechanical parts that require an operator to exercise care in his activities. Works with or is exposed to hazardous chemicals used in the treatment of water.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAVEL

Personal transportation is required to normal work site at which point employee will use vehicles provided by GBRA to perform duties.

Overnight travel mainly limited to meetings and training.

Salary : $41,144 - $68,573