Lead Operator- Surface Water
City of Pearland, Texas · Pearland, TX · 1 mo ago
Management$25.76–$27.89/hrFull-time
About the role
The City of Pearland, TX is seeking a full-time Lead Operator- Surface Water to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Utilities- Surface Water Department. The position is service-oriented and suited for candidates who can excel in a fast‑paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Monitor water quality by performing laboratory tests at various stages in the treatment process (chlorine residual, pH, turbidity, hardness, alkalinity, odors, and other necessary tests).
- Operate mechanical equipment including pumps and motors, chemical feed pumps and systems, air compressors, and valves; operate hand and power tools.
- Operate chlorination equipment; perform maintenance on chlorine system (chemical piping); calibrate chemical feed equipment; change chlorine containers as needed.
- Demonstrate ability to extensively control SCADA systems without automation.
- Inventory bulk chemical supply and take delivery of bulk chemicals.
- Maintain operational logs and records.