What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Plant Maintenance Technician position at Brazos River Authority?
Plant Maintenance Technician - Lead
Pay Grade: 921
Location: Hutto
Vacancy Announcement
Nature Of The Work
Safety Sensitive Position WC - 7520 water or 7580 wastewater
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Brief Description
The purpose of this position is to work in a lead capacity to maintain and repair Brazos River Authority (BRA) water and/or wastewater facilities, equipment, projects, and grounds. This is accomplished by overseeing less experienced employees while performing preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment; maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and rebuilding pumps, motors, blowers, and plumbing; monitoring plant functions; diagnosing and repairing malfunctions or breakdowns on plant equipment; and performing general and preventative maintenance on BRA buildings and grounds. Other responsibilities include providing input on budget expenditures; ordering supplies; fabricating equipment; assisting with training and mentoring less experienced plant maintenance technicians; assisting with general administrative functions; performing general and preventative building maintenance; performing grounds maintenance at facilities; painting equipment, buildings, and structures; communicating Plant Maintenance Crew Leader's instructions to staff; and any other duties as assigned.
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Job Requirements
Key Competencies
Starting Salary Range
Min: $28.03 to $35.74 hourly salary. This is a non-exempt position.
Posting Date
September 3, 2026.
BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, TCDRS Retirement, 457/401, Life Insurance, LTD, Wellness Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, Holidays
BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY, EOE: The BRA was created by the Texas Legislature in 1929 and exists to develop, manage, and protect the water resources of the Brazos River Basin. Today, BRA's staff develops and distributes water supplies, provides water and wastewater treatment, monitors water quality, and pursues water conservation through public education programs. The BRA is looking for dedicated individuals who are team and customer-focused, perform their jobs ethically and with integrity, are adaptable and embrace diversity, seek innovative and creative ways to conduct business, have a desire to grow with a great organization, and are committed to the mission and goals of the BRA. If an offer of employment is extended, all applicants will be subject to a background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screening and the offer will be contingent on the results.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: All applicants, including employees, must submit an online Application for Employment by way of the Brazos River Authority Website at www.brazos.org.
The Brazos River Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Women & Minorities are Encouraged to Apply
Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Pay Grade: 921
Location: Hutto
Vacancy Announcement
Nature Of The Work
Safety Sensitive Position WC - 7520 water or 7580 wastewater
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Brief Description
The purpose of this position is to work in a lead capacity to maintain and repair Brazos River Authority (BRA) water and/or wastewater facilities, equipment, projects, and grounds. This is accomplished by overseeing less experienced employees while performing preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment; maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and rebuilding pumps, motors, blowers, and plumbing; monitoring plant functions; diagnosing and repairing malfunctions or breakdowns on plant equipment; and performing general and preventative maintenance on BRA buildings and grounds. Other responsibilities include providing input on budget expenditures; ordering supplies; fabricating equipment; assisting with training and mentoring less experienced plant maintenance technicians; assisting with general administrative functions; performing general and preventative building maintenance; performing grounds maintenance at facilities; painting equipment, buildings, and structures; communicating Plant Maintenance Crew Leader's instructions to staff; and any other duties as assigned.
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Job Requirements
- Minimum six years' experience or equivalent combination of experience
- Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and Good Driving Record
- Class D Water and/or C Wastewater Certification
- Must obtain a Class C Water and/or C Wastewater Certification within six months of hire
- Approved Hazmat training is required within six months of hire
- Welding/Fabrication, Industrial Electrical Repair, and Pump/Motor Maintenance repair experience
- Maintenance Certification
- High School Diploma - Awarded for the completion of High School.
Key Competencies
- Ensuring that work accomplished is accurate in all relevant aspects.
- Handling a large amount of work efficiently and effectively.
- Effectively adapting to tight deadlines, heavy workloads, and sudden or frequent changes in priority in order to accomplish objectives.
- Managing crises so there is minimal cost to the organization and minimal detriment to personal well-being (e.g. health, family, etc.).
- Staying motivated even when faced with inevitable delays, setbacks, policy shifts and disappointment.
Starting Salary Range
Min: $28.03 to $35.74 hourly salary. This is a non-exempt position.
Posting Date
September 3, 2026.
BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, TCDRS Retirement, 457/401, Life Insurance, LTD, Wellness Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, Holidays
BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY, EOE: The BRA was created by the Texas Legislature in 1929 and exists to develop, manage, and protect the water resources of the Brazos River Basin. Today, BRA's staff develops and distributes water supplies, provides water and wastewater treatment, monitors water quality, and pursues water conservation through public education programs. The BRA is looking for dedicated individuals who are team and customer-focused, perform their jobs ethically and with integrity, are adaptable and embrace diversity, seek innovative and creative ways to conduct business, have a desire to grow with a great organization, and are committed to the mission and goals of the BRA. If an offer of employment is extended, all applicants will be subject to a background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screening and the offer will be contingent on the results.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: All applicants, including employees, must submit an online Application for Employment by way of the Brazos River Authority Website at www.brazos.org.
The Brazos River Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Women & Minorities are Encouraged to Apply
Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Salary : $28 - $36