Treatment Plant Operator I - Wastewater

*Earn up to $5000 in hiring incentives!*
*The
City of Pearland, TX
is seeking to hire a
full-time
Treatment Plant Operator I*
*to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our
Utilities- Wastewater
division*
.
*Are you service-oriented? Could you excel in a fast-paced environments? If so, you may be perfect for this position!*
*The
Treatment Plant Operator I
in Wastewater earns a competitive hourly salary of
$21.83-$23.63/
based on experience and qualifications
. There is also
certification pay
for licenses higher than required for the position. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the
majority portion of the medical premium
for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a
2:1 employer match,
life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance,
11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays,
paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.*
Earn Up To $5,000 In Hiring Incentives When You Join The City Of Pearland's Utilities Team As a Licensed TCEQ Water Operator! Incentive Amounts Are Based On Your License Grade

***Grade C License - $2500

Grade B License - $3500

Grade A License - $5000***
About The City Of Pearland
*Pearland is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas due to
affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods,
and
superb quality of life
. Ranked as one of the
top ten safest cities in Texas
, Pearland residents know their
families are safe and secure
in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to
experience all the city has to offer
including
professional sports, world-class cultural amenities,
and
recreation
.*
*Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to
promote a greater understanding
of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a
culture of continuous learning
that encourages and supports
employee development and growth
. Our work environment is one where
innovation
is not only supported but encouraged.*
A DAY IN THE LIFE AS THE TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR I - WASTEWATER

• Sample, monitor, and perform testing required to maintain compliance with federal, state and local regulations governing the wastewater treatment process and storm water and sludge management.


• Performs all work in conformance to Occupational Safety and Health Act Regulations.


• Collects wastewater plant samples and runs onsite lab testing per TCEQ regulations.


• Walks the plant to collect data from hour meters, physically check pumps for proper operation, start centrifuge for sludge processing, and look/find issues and address them.


• Performs maintenance on wastewater plant equipment and performs basin maintenance.

Requirements

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.


• Requires two years wastewater operation or closely related experience.

Special Certifications And Licenses

• Class C Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators License


• TCEQ Wastewater License

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