Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator performs a variety of duties in the operation of the City’s wastewater treatment plants to ensure an adequate supply of clean and safe water.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Checks the status of both wastewater plants and makes process adjustments as needed.
• Collections process control samples from throughout the plant; performs various tests to include temperature and pH levels in the lab; handles procedures related to sample collection.
• Maintains records and produces reports as needed.
• Operates sludge press and makes adjustments to ensure proper sludge disposal; runs sludge tests to achieve acceptable sludge dryness; drives dump trucks to compost site.
• Collects and analyzes lab data and enters into databases.
• Attends and participates in training and safety meetings as required.
• Prepares reports accurately and timely.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

Work is performed throughout the city at utility treatment facilities and requires exposure to potentially dangerous tools, equipment, and machinery, hazardous chemicals, and infectious diseases.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• A valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Three (3) years of wastewater treatment operation experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A valid Class B Commercial driver’s license within six (6) months of hire.
• A Class C Wastewater Operator certification.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and TCEQ standards related to wastewater systems.
• Familiarity with work safety policies, procedures, and PPE use.
• Experience in records maintenance and retention.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with staff, agencies, and the public.
• Effective organization, prioritization, and deadline management.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain professional relationships.

Benefits

The City of Victoria offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees that includes but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 City match, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parental leave, longevity pay and credit union.

Application Instructions

Please visit the Human Resources Department's benefits page for more details.

Required Questions

• Are you 18 or older?
• Do you have a valid Driver's License?
• Do you hold a Class C Wastewater Certification?
• Do you hold at least a valid Class B Commercial driver’s license with tanker endorsement, or are willing to obtain one withing six (6) months of hire?
• If you noticed a coworker not following safety procedures, what would you do? Report the incident to a supervisor immediately. Ignore it unless it becomes a serious issue. Confront the coworker directly.
• Do you have three years of wastewater treatment experience?
• Describe your experience reading and accurately interpreting gauges, meters, chemical reports, manuals, or other related devices.