Position Type:
Water Utilities/Operator - Water Corporation

Date Posted:
10/7/2025

Location:
Nixon Water Treatment PlantJob Description: WATER TREATMENT -OPERATOR I

PAY GROUP: U4
City of Seguin Pay Schedule

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The SSLGC Water Treatment Operator I position is a progressive experience position responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and operating grounds, equipment, recording data, collecting samples, and system process control in compliance with regulatory agency guidelines. SSLGC is a 24/7 operation. Our Operators participate in a 12-hour compressed work week rotating schedule.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Essential Duties*

• Analyzes and monitors water treatment system processes, and identifies and implements simple process adjustments to ensure optimum performance of plan
• Observes and inspects plant influent and effluent and all plant equipment at regular intervals, including, but not limited to, monitoring and maintaining proper water levels in storage tanks and/or overflow boxes
• Operates and maintains process equipment including but not limited to, preventative maintenance, repair, grounds keeping and general housekeeping
• Checks engines, generators, pumps, settling tanks, filters, chemical feed systems, and other equipment
• Records readings, changes charts, regulates and adjusts processes to meet changing operational needs
• Collects, preserves, and properly stores samples for laboratory analysis
• Participates in transmission water main maintenance by exercising system valves, monitoring the pipeline for leaks, and participating in shutdowns during repairs
• Monitors and performs housekeeping duties to ensure a safe working environment
• Performs basic process control measurements
• Lubricates, dismantles, and assembles parts and equipment
• Participates in the troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of a variety of equipment including pumps, piping and valves
• Performs basic mathematical calculations
• Prepares daily logs of plant operation and control
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships.
• Participates in various special projects
• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of and ability to: handle dangerous chemicals, such as chlorine gas, caustic soda, and hydrofluorosilicic acid.
Demonstrated ability to: lift and maneuver up to 60 lbs; frequently walk, climb, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, and work overhead in confined spaces, and in an environment with excessive noise levels
Ability to: work rotating shifts; understand and follow detailed oral and written instructions; work under general supervision; understand technical information; perform basic mathematical calculations; operate, maintain, and repair specialized equipment; and maintain appropriate occupational licenses, Texas driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, and ability to lawfully respond to an emergency from residence within 30 minutes

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
High school graduation, or its equivalent; one year of experience in water treatment operations preferred

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Must be able to obtain a Water Treatment Operator "D" license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality within one year of employment and a Water Treatment Operator "C" (Surface Water) license prior to the expiration of the "D" license
Must possess a State of Texas Class C driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

State of Texas Class B (commercial) driver's license is preferred.

Must be able to obtain and maintain Cardio Pulmonary Certification.

For full job description click on the attachment

- Starting Annual Salary: $40,976
- Position Will Remain Open Until Filled
- The City of Seguin is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" (AA/EOE)

* For the purpose of compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description does not take into account potential reasonable accommodations.

Attachment(s):

• SSLGC Water Treatment Operator I.docx