NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Lead Operator - Wastewater
Fulshear, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$62K/yr - $69K/yr
4+ years expThe City of Fulshear is a dynamic and growing city committed to providing exceptional services to its residents. They are seeking a Lead Operator for Wastewater to operate and supervise utility operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and efficient plant operations.
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Responsibilities
Assists the Utilities Manager in planning, organizing, assigning, directing, and reviewing the work of employees engaged in the daily operations and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant, lift stations, and reclaimed water distribution and disposal facilities
Operation and maintenance of facilities to meet all applicable regulatory requirements and in accordance with design criteria. Assists in developing and implementing techniques and methods of process control which increase plant efficiency
Coordinates equipment repair or replacement such that plant effluent quality limits are maintained
Works with Utility Manager to oversee the work of others contracted to work on plant components
Manages wastewater flow, equipment operations, performs laboratory analyses to ensure adequate process control
Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and submits to the Utilities Manager or Director
Assists in overseeing and implementing the preventive maintenance program for all facilities
Assists in the implementation of the plant safety program
Assists in training operators, field technicians, and maintenance technicians
Prepares work orders using a software work order system
Initiates requisitions for tools, materials, equipment, and services
Will be required to work on-call shifts, and subject to call back emergencies
Regular and consistent attendance for assigned work hours is essential
This position is considered essential during a natural or manmade disaster and/or a catastrophic event. This position may be required to provide service or perform duties for the benefit of the public and continuity of City operations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of this position
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Four (4) years of experience in operations and maintenance of wastewater systems
Valid State of Texas Driver License
Must pass a pre-employment drug screening, physical agility exam, criminal background, and MVR check
Class B Wastewater Treatment Operator License
Knowledge of City policies and procedures
Understand the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the operation, maintenance, inspection, repair, and installation of wastewater treatment plant components
Understand the mechanical, biological, and chemical processes involved in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant
Understand the occupational hazards in wastewater treatment plants and safety measures to be implemented
Work with raw sewage and chemicals using normal protective equipment
Recognize equipment and needed repairs and process problems
Understand and follow oral and written instructions in the English language and perform calculations using equations and formulas to determine required materials
Perform, analyze, and interpret laboratory tests for the purpose of making operational adjustments
Ability to lead assigned staff
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices including confined spaces
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Benefits
Medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability (LTD), vision, flexible spending options, employee assistance program, retirement, and deferred compensation programs.
HEALTH INSURANCE
FLEXIBLE SPENDING OPTIONS
NEXT LEVEL PRIME
DENTAL INSURANCE
VISION
LIFE INSURANCE
LONG TERM DISABILITY
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - EAP
AFLAC
TEXAS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM – TMRS
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
LEAVE ACCURAL
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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