Wastewater Plant Operator III

Posted Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:00 AM

North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) provides vital wholesale water, wastewater and solid waste management services to more than two million people who call North Texas their home. Our culture is deeply ingrained in our core values of Integrity, Trust, Respect, Unity, Service, and Teamwork (ITRUST). Our employees will tell you they feel a sense of purpose and have a daily opportunity to make a positive impact on the cities we serve by helping to provide services that their residents and businesses need to thrive.

We offer an array of excellent benefits, including comprehensive health and wellness packages, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a robust pension plan to help secure our employees’ financial future. If you are looking for a rewarding, long-term career where you can make a meaningful impact on the North Texas region, look no further than NTMWD!

Position Summary

Under the direction of a Lead Wastewater Plant Operator(s), and/or Plant Supervisor (depending on the size and scope of the facility), the Wastewater Plant Operator III performs and plans the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of wastewater facilities and associated systems including, but not limited to, headworks, liquids treatment, solids handling, odor control, structures, SCADA, and lift stations. This position performs a variety of work assignments to ensure asset condition, water quality, and health and safety standards are met or exceeded;

and performs and/or supervises related work as required to ensure efficient and effective facility operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Monitors, analyzes, and adjusts facility operations through observation, collecting and testing samples, reading instrumentation, and using SCADA to ensure compliant and efficient operations.
• Trains, leads and mentors staff under the direction of Supervisors. Leads by example. Acts as a positive role model for facility employees. Encourages an environment of Integrity, Trust, Respect, Unity, Safety, and Teamwork.
• Notifies appropriate personnel of abnormal conditions, needed repairs and renewal. Coordinates with maintenance personnel on repairs. Plans, performs, and implements maintenance procedures for treatment assets and lift stations.
• Maintains thorough logs and records in both written and electronic form as required. Uses these records to suggest and implement ideas to improve the function and efficiency of various operations.
• Observes safety policies and guidelines as required by State statutes and as prescribed by NTMWD.
• Monitors the facility for any breaches of security and alerts appropriate law enforcement agencies and/or supervisors, as appropriate for the situation.
• Monitors systems and assets during emergencies and scheduled shutdowns. Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and reports problems. Responds to emergencies. Schedules and coordinates responses, repairs, clean-up, and remediation as directed.
• Cleans screenings and grit, clarifiers, filters, UV system, and other wastewater equipment and facilities.
• Maintains facility grounds and performs general housekeeping.
• Receives shipments, monitors unloading processes, checks shipment documents for accuracy, and ensures documents are submitted to appropriate personnel.
• Complies with applicable policies and procedures.
• Assumes the responsibilities of direct supervisor(s) and subordinates as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Possess a high school diploma or GED. An associate degree or trade certification is preferred.
• Maintain a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Class B Wastewater Treatment Operator’s License.
• Possess minimum of three (3) years of experience in wastewater treatment or suitable relevant experience, as determined by NTMWD.
• Maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Maintain knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, compliance requirements, operations and maintenance requirements, and reporting/record keeping; including the ability to troubleshoot wastewater equipment and processes and perform wastewater tests and interpret results.
• Must…