Potable Water & Wastewater Treatment Operator
About the role
We've been serving clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity.
The Potable Water and Wastewater Treatment Operator is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient operation, monitoring, and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment systems supporting the workforce accommodations facility.
Responsibilities
Your work will include:
- Operate and monitor potable water treatment systems (filtration, chlorination, disinfection, storage, and distribution)
- Operate wastewater treatment processes (aeration, clarification, sludge handling, disinfection)
- Perform routine sampling, testing, and analysis (pH, turbidity, chlorine residual, BOD, TSS, etc.)
- Adjust chemical dosing and system controls to maintain compliance
- Rotating shifts, on-call duties, and emergency response requirements
Additionally, you will:
- Ensure compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and TCEQ rules and permit requirements
- Maintain accurate operational logs, lab records, and compliance reports
- Report incidents, exceedances, or system failures immediately
- Conduct preventative maintenance on pumps, valves, blowers, and instrumentation
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and process issues
- Coordinate repairs with maintenance teams and contractors
- Follow OSHA safety standards and site-specific procedures
- Handle chemicals safely (chlorine, coagulants, polymers, etc.)
- Ensure proper sludge and waste disposal practices
Qualifications
Candidates must hold the following certifications issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality:
- Water Treatment Certification Class D (entry-level) – minimum requirement for small systems
- Class C / B / A – required based on system size and complexity
Additional requirements include:
- Valid Texas Driver’s License
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening
- Confined space entry and HAZWOPER training (preferred)
- First Aid/CPR certification (preferred)
Education and experience requirements include:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Post-secondary education in environmental science, engineering technology, or related field preferred
- 1–5+ years of experience in water/wastewater operations (depending on certification level)
- Experience with SCADA systems and automated controls is an asset
Skills
Required skills and competencies include:
- Strong understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes
- Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
- Knowledge of laboratory testing procedures
- Attention to detail and regulatory compliance
- Ability to work independently and in remote or industrial environments