Woodard & Curran · 2 days ago
Industrial Wastewater Lead Operator
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$25/hr - $30/hr
5+ years expWoodard & Curran is a national engineering, science, and operations firm focused on clean water and a safe environment. The Lead Industrial Wastewater Operator will oversee daily operations and maintenance of the Industrial Wastewater Treatment System, ensuring safety standards and monitoring plant processes while interacting with clients.
Environmental Consulting
Responsibilities
Participate in the daily operations and maintenance of the Industrial Wastewater Treatment System
Oversee a team of two Operators, as directed by the Project Manager
Ensure safety standards are met in all operations
Monitor wastewater treatment plant processes and equipment both manually and via SCADA automation, making adjustments as necessary to control their operation
Interact with the client and attend scheduled meetings to provide updates, discuss operational needs, and support strong working relationships
Perform water quality sampling, testing, and analysis to determine compliance with federal, state, and EPA standards
Operate, maintain, control, and perform routine repair of plant equipment, including preventive maintenance duties
Review trends, records, and reports to maintain proper procedure and standards; collect and tabulate operational log data for regulatory agencies
Recognize deviations or irregularities in the plant operation and maintenance; adjust the treatment plant process and equipment in order to maintain the required quality standards
Utilize software programs for maintenance work orders and maintain all necessary records
Assist contractors and consultants with specific tasks as necessary
Coordinate with the Project manager to maintain an inventory of all chemicals, supplies, repair parts, and other necessary items for the proper operation of the wastewater treatment plant
Qualification
Required
Texas Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's License or the ability to obtain through the operator's exam or reciprocity
Working knowledge of the principles, procedures, methods, equipment, materials, and tools employed in the operation and maintenance of Wastewater Treatment Systems
Thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in wastewater treatment work
A valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license
Strong problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment
Preferred
5 - 7 years' experience working in a wastewater or water treatment environment
3 - 5 years' experience in leading and training staff on methods and techniques for improving efficiency of duties, operations, and maintenance
Benefits
401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed
Observed holidays: Choose up to 9 holidays to observe annually
Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked
Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work related illness or injury.
Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding
Disability: Paid short and long term disability
Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.
Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.
Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.
Company
Woodard & Curran
Woodard & Curran is an integrated science, engineering, and operations firm that provides water and environmental services.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.14M2021-09-24Series Unknown· $7.14M
Leadership Team
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Alyson Watson
Chief Executive Officer
Frank Cavaleri
Vice President
Recent News
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