Salary: $19.60 - $27.92 Hourly
Location : Victoria, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 23-00481
Department: Public Works, Water
Division: Surface Water Treatment Plant
Opening Date: 06/02/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, the Surface Water Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a complex treatment plant, the storage and delivery of the finished product in adequate quantity. Ensure that the finished product complies with all Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) rules and regulations.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs and records water quality checks which includes total and free chlorine residuals, fluoride residuals, alkalinity and hardness, mono chloramine residual and free ammonia; checks temperatures; completes turbidity verifications.
• Monitors SCADA system to ensure adequate levels throughout the distribution system; maintains clear wells, ground storage tanks, and towers; turns on and off pumps as needed; monitors City lift stations to ensure stations are performing correctly; dispatches wastewater maintenance as needed.
• Calculates and implements dosage of chemicals needed for proper treatment of raw water using mathematical formulas and computer programs; checks pumps (drawdowns) to ensure required amount of chemical is being used.
• Collects bacteriological, total organic compounds, and alkalinity samples; analyzes, prepares, and preserves samples for transport to lab or mailing to testing laboratory.
• Inspects and tests specific gravity, color, and odor of chemicals received for water treatment.
• Performs inspection of plant grounds to check basins, filters, pumps, and motors; completes daily backwash of filters.
• Prepares and maintains reports and logs; inputs process control data; reports the performance of entire system to immediate supervisor; assists with training new operators or operator trainees as assigned.
• Responds to questions and concerns from customers City departments, and outside agencies; coordinates tasks with other city departments to ensure customer complaints are addressed; generates and inputs work orders after receiving customer complaints; inputs emergency line locates when needed.
• Performs general custodial duties around the plant to include cleaning control room, lab, restrooms, plant floors, and equipment.
• Performs related duties and required or assigned.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is performed throughout the city at treatment facilities and requires exposure to potentially dangerous tools, equipment, and machinery, hazardous chemicals, and infectious diseases.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid Texas Driver's License
• Two (2) years of surface water treatment operation experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must possess a valid Class B Commercial driver's license within two (2) months of hire.
• Must possess a Class C Surface Water Operator certification.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and TCEQ standards.
• Familiarity with work safety policies, procedures, and PPE use.
• Experience in records maintenance and retention.
• Reading and accurately interpreting gauges, meters, chemical reports, manuals, and other devices.
• Knowledge of the "Rules and Regulations for Public Water Systems" and the "Drinking water Standards."
• Ability to perform chemical analysis on water samples, interpret results, and make proper judgments to treatment processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with staff, agencies, and the public.
• Effective organization, prioritization, and deadline management.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain professional relationships.

The City of Victoria offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees that includes but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 City match, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parental leave, longevity pay and credit union.

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01

Are you 18 or older?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you hold a Class C Surface Water Operator's Certificate?

• Yes
• No

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Do you hold a valid Texas Class B Commercial driver's license?

• Yes
• No

06

What would you do if you noticed a coworker not following safety procedures?

• Report the incident to a supervisor immediately.
• Ignore it unless it becomes a serious issue.
• Confront the coworker directly.

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Do you have two years of related experience?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your experience reading and accurately interpreting gauges, meters, chemical reports, manuals, or other related devices.

• Extensive - Regularly interpret with confidence.
• Moderate - Understand and interpret most with minimal assistance.
• Basic - Can interpret somr but may need guidance.
• No Experience - Have not worked with these before.

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