What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Operator I, II or III position at EPCOR?
Highlights of the job
We are hiring a full-time Water Operator I, II or III to serve our Vista Ridge water plant in Caldwell, TX.
This individual will perform skilled work involving the operations, maintenance and control of water plants, booster stations, reservoirs, wells, and all other associated water treatment and distribution facilities.
The schedule for this position initially will be Monday through Friday. Candidate must be open to rotating and flexible shifts, as shifts are subject to rotation on quarterly intervals.
What you’d be responsible for
- Participates in the operation, maintenance, control and repair of all related plant process equipment, including pumps, blowers, scrubbers, motors, chlorinators, chemical feeds, and basic laboratory instruments to ensure treated water meets County, State and EPA quality standards.
- Obtains samples and performs required tests including PH, CL2, LSI and similar tests.
- Monitors water demands and adjusts flows through well and/or booster pumps to control delivery schedules in accordance with established policies.
- Conducts various tests to determine proper chemical feed rates, calculates chemical feed rates and changes pump settings as needed.
- Maintains chemical inventory supply and makes requests for new or replacement orders.
- Operates, monitors and adjusts as necessary all related plant process equipment, including chemical pumps.
- Monitors and operates telemetry and SCADA systems.
- Assists in the safe unloading and storage of chemicals.
- Makes equipment adjustments, lubrications, and minor repairs and reports equipment problems.
What’s required to be successful
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain a clean driving record.
- Operator I: Minimum of 1 year of water operator experience, including experience with SCADA and TCEQ class D (minimum) water certification required.
- Operator II: Minimum of 2 years of water operator experience, including experience with SCADA and TCEQ class C (minimum) water certification required.
- Operator III: Minimum of 5 years of water operator experience, including experience with SCADA and TCEQ class B (minimum) water certification required.
- Knowledge of the operations, methods, practices, techniques and servicing requirements of water production, storage and distribution facilities, water treatment and collection facilities.
- Knowledge of safety practices in the operation of electrical and mechanical equipment used in water facilities.
- Experience and demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Other important facts about this job
As an EPCOR employee, you will enjoy a variety of benefits such as a competitive salary, an incentive award program, an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision and other insurance coverage, retirement plan with substantial company contribution, generous time-off schedules, training opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and certification support. We’ve been voted as a Best Places to Work employer and we value the safety of each of our team members through our robust safety training and celebration of safety milestones.
Headquartered in Phoenix, EPCOR USA owns, operates and builds water and wastewater infrastructure and is among the largest private water utilities in the Southwest. EPCOR USA is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of EPCOR Utilities Inc. We invest in and look after our communities and the environment. We’re proud of the work we do and the people we hire to do it.
Please note the following information:
- A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in the United States.
- If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, driving, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required.
- To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-employment drug testing will be required.