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Surface Water Treatment Operator

The Texas Water Company
New, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026
The Texas Water Company is actively seeking talented, driven and highly-productive applicants for the position of Surface Water Treatment Operator to join our dynamic team. We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment along with a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

Position Summary

The Surface Water Treatment Operator, while observing all safety regulations, assists the Senior Surface Water Treatment Operator in his duties. Performs operation activities of all surface water treatment plants; performs required daily operational laboratory tests and adjusts process equipment as necessary; collects distribution water samples for testing; performs dead end flushing; adjusts and repairs pressure regulating, pump control, and altitude valves; inspects and maintains and operates facilities to ensure compliance with TCEQ standards; reports malfunctions to Surface Water Operations Superintendent.

Specific Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain all surface water plants, and production equipment and facilities including pumps, motors, check valves, chlorinators, chemical pumps, and pressure vessels

Record all pertinent operational data, including daily logs, flow settings, unit inspections, chemical dosages and chemical residuals

Fill and/or replace all chemicals required in the treatment process

Schedule preventative maintenance on all treatment equipment and distribution equipment

Assists Surface Water Superintendent in project management activities such as pump, valve, and motor installs, changing out filter media, and others as required.

Conduct certain operational lab tests

Periodically test all emergency equipment

Ensure plant yards and production facilities are kept clean and grounds maintained

Maintain Company Vehicle, Including Essential Supplies And Tools

Collect certain water samples (raw water, treated water, and construction)

Is available for shift work, standby, after hours work, weekends and holidays

Laboratory testing for a variety of constituents including but not limited to; alkalinity, disinfection by-products, PH, turbidity, chlorine dioxide, etc.

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Basic knowledge of TWC's distribution system, surface water operations.

Required Education And Experience

Requirements include a high school/GED degree in order to qualify for certifications/licenses

Two years of progressively responsible related experience

A valid Texas Driver's License with acceptable Motor Vehicle Record

‘C’ Surface Water Certificate is required

Ability to perform tasks safely and efficiently; must be able to adjust well to new methods and situations

Ability to work well with others in a team environment

Ability to effectively communicate when writing reports

Ability to interface with the public

Ability to effectively use HACH laboratory equipment including, but not limited to; 2100 N Turbidimeter, DR5000 Analyzer, HQ 30 PH Meter, Pocket colorimeter EEO Statement

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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