The SJRA is a public entity whose mission is to develop, conserve, and protect the water resources of the San Jacinto River basin. Its primary purpose is to implement long-term, regional projects related to water supply and water quality. SJRA delivers raw water to both municipal and industrial consumers and provides water treatment and wastewater services through the ownership, operation, and maintenance of infrastructure including reservoirs, groundwater wells, surface water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, lift stations, and miles of open channel and conveyance systems.
Summary

The San Jacinto River Authority is seeking to fill the position of Operations and Maintenance Technician 1, located at the Highlands Division in Highlands, TX. The Highlands Division delivers raw water from Lake Houston and the Trinity River through an extensive 27-mile system of canals and a 1,400-acre staging reservoir to provide raw water to several industrial, municipal, and agricultural customers pursuant to long-term water supply contracts.

The O&M Technician 1 is an entry-level position that performs the following tasks initially under immediate supervision:

Benefits:
SJRA offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes health, dental, vision & life insurance, tuition assistance, and paid time off. Also included is a retirement savings plan in which SJRA contributes 8% automatically and matches up to an additional 4% of the employee's contribution.

• High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of general work experience
• Mechanical aptitude; handy with tools and equipment
• Ability to wear the appropriate water safety equipment such as a life vest due to occasional exposure to flowing streams of water. The ability to swim is strongly preferred.
• Valid Texas Driver’s license with an insurable driving record.