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Treatment Plant Operator II - Wastewater

Slate & Associates, Attorneys at Law
Pearland, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2026
Earn up to $5000 in hiring incentives!

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Treatment Plant Operator II to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Utilities- Wastewater division. Are you service-oriented? Could you excel in a fast-paced environments? If so, you may be perfect for this position!

The Treatment Plant Operator II in Wastewater earns a competitive hourly salary of $24.07-$26.05/based on experience and qualifications. There is also certification pay for licenses higher than required for the position. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.

Earn Up To $5,000 In Hiring Incentives When You Join The City Of Pearland's Utilities Team As a Licensed TCEQ Water Operator! Incentive Amounts Are Based On Your License Grade

Grade C License - $2500

Grade B License - $3500

Grade A License - $5000

About The City Of Pearland

Pearland is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.

Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.

A day in the life of a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II

Essential Functions

  • Performs daily plant checks of the wastewater plants mechanical, chemical and electrical equipment operations.
  • Runs daily process control sample testing using lab equipment onsite according to plant permit requirements; checks lab results and makes corrections.
  • Turns on, monitors and makes adjustments to equipment during the course of the day to maintain removal of solids in accordance with process procedures.
  • Performs plant maintenance and makes repairs to any equipment that may need to be repaired or replaced.
  • Reads operator's process control reports, logbooks and lab sampling results.
  • Troubleshoots and fixes problems at the wastewater facilities.
  • Involvement with plant inspections by TCEQ.

Requirements

  • Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college chemistry, biology, or closely related field.
  • Requires four (4) years of wastewater operations or closely related experience.
  • Wastewater Treatment Operator Class C License

Salary : $24 - $26

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