Operational Technical Services · 2 days ago
Water Treatment Operator
Midland County, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expOperational Technical Services (OTS) is one of the fastest growing private water and wastewater utility staffing providers in the country. They are seeking a self-driven Class C Groundwater Operator to oversee the performance of their water production system, including daily operations, maintenance, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Mark Buntich
Responsibilities
Oversee daily operation and maintenance of groundwater wells, RO treatment units, and booster stations
Monitor SCADA system alarms, trends, and performance; adjust setpoints as needed
Perform sampling, reporting, and maintain compliance with TCEQ and other regulatory requirements
Conduct preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, membranes, and chemical feed systems
Support data-driven decision-making through daily production reporting and variance tracking
Contribute to standard operating procedures (SOPs) for well operations, treatment processes, and emergency response
Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work environment—your name is on this plant
Participate in cross-training and on-call rotations (approx. 1 weekend/month)
Diagnose issues and make decisions without waiting for direction—you’re empowered to act
Troubleshoot issues and assist with minor field repairs or emergencies
Qualification
Required
TCEQ Class C Groundwater Operator License (or higher)
Must have successfully completed TCEQ-approved training specific to membrane treatment systems, as required by 30 TAC §290.46(e). This will include: Reverse Osmosis/Nanofiltration (RO/NF) Operator Training (minimum 8 hours, executive-director approved)
3+ years of experience in groundwater or RO treatment operations
Strong mechanical aptitude (pumps, chemical systems, membranes)
Basic electrical/controls troubleshooting experience
Ability to work independently, manage compliance requirements, and make sound decisions
Valid Texas driver's license with clean record
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
Preferred
Experience with Ignition SCADA or similar platforms
Familiarity with capacity planning and blended well operations
Strong reporting/documentation skills (Excel/Smartsheet)
Benefits
Great benefits
Company
Operational Technical Services
Operational Technical Services (OTS) is a specialty staffing and consulting firm for the Cyber Security, Public Works, Engineering, and Industrial Controls Industries.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Colter Andersen
Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
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