Operational Technical Services (OTS) is one of the fastest growing private water and wastewater utility staffing providers in the country. We provide certified water treatment, distribution, wastewater treatment, collections, engineering, laboratory, water quality, maintenance, and training professionals to municipalities, special districts, and private utilities throughout the country. OTS offers temporary, temp to hire, direct hire and emergency on-call opportunities including great benefits.
TITLE: Water/Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator
LOCATION: Hood County, TX
SALARY: $26.92 - $34.20/hr
SCHEDULE: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday – Friday plus OT/on call
OVERVIEW:
This role is under the direction of the Field Supervisor and will perform a variety of activities to support the operation of water production facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, booster stations, distribution system, and the wastewater collection system.
- KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Maintains equipment at the assigned water production facilities and booster stations.
- Operates and maintains distribution systems including mains, valves, hydrants and service lines.
- Maintains equipment at the wastewater treatment facilities and lift stations.
- Operates and maintains sewer collection systems including collections mains and pump stations.
- Troubleshoots and repairs service piping and other related equipment .
- Performs routine water quality analysis in accordance with established processes and procedures.
- Makes operational adjustments as needed to comply with state and federal water quality standards.
- Adjusts chemical treatment to ensure water quality meets standards. Calculates various ratios and dosages.
- Completes customer service work orders, updates and maintains appropriate system documentation of activities and closes work orders in accordance with department policies and procedures.
- Performs all tasks safely, professionally and in accordance with company policies and procedures as well as local, state and federal laws, rules and guidelines.
- Assists with other tasks or projects as assigned
- QUALIFICATIONS (Required Experience, Education, Licenses, and Certifications)A high school diploma or GED.
- A valid U.S. Driver’s License.
- Minimum license requirement of C Well or Grade I for FO1, Must meet dual licensing requirements and have either a B Well or a Grade II for FO2, or Must meet dual licensing requirements of at least a B Well and Grade II plus have an A Well or Grade III for FO3.
- KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESFamiliarity with computers / tablets and the basic operation of database, spreadsheet and word processing programs preferred
- Ability to read, understand and accurately follow operating instructions both written and verbal
- Mathematical ability to perform calculations to determine various ratios, dosages, volumetric calculations that are required for the operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plants and Water Treatment Plants
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in writing
- Familiarity with and understanding of the need to prevent wastewater pollution of area waters
- Understand and maintain plan processes through computer-controlled equipment
- A team player able to work effectively in a team fostered multi-tasking environment.
- WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:May be subject to extreme temperatures, noise, wet and/or humid conditions, mechanical, electrical, gas exposure hazards, fumes, dusts, mists, gases and /or poor ventilation atmospheric conditions.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
- Working conditions include travel to work sites and/or other constituents.
- Must be available to be on-call nights and on weekends to adequately staff a 24 hour/7day operation
The physical demands 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.
- MUST HAVES FOR ROLE:Utility Pants: Employees must wear durable utility pants suitable for the work environment.
- Safety Shoes: Steel-toed or other appropriate safety shoes are mandatory to protect against workplace hazards.
- Candidates must consent to and pass a background check and drug screening as part of the hiring process.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Operational Technical Services, (OTS), is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colors, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
