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Water Operator Controller Ii
Job in
Amarillo, Potter County, Texas, 79161, USA
Listed on 2026-02-16
Listing for:
Amarillo
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Environmental Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Surface Water Treatment (Osage) time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
March 6, 2026 (20 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR2466
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* JOB TITLE:
** Water Operator Controller II
** JOB CLASS NUMBER:
** TRD
965
* * PAY GRADE:
** 5
* * FLSA STATUS:
** Non-Exempt
** BUSINESS UNIT NAME:
** Surface Water Treatment
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* REPORTS TO:
** Process Control Supervisor
** SUPERVISORY WORK:
** None
** SUMMARY
* * Under general supervision of the WOC Supervisor, on an assigned shift, operates the treatment plant and the water production system and assist with or performs preventative maintenance duties, operates a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System Computer Terminal.
** ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Operates the Water Treatment Plant, using the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system for monitoring and controlling the treatment plant process. Controls well fields and their respective pump stations, transmission facilities, in town pump stations to meet system demand. Effectively maintaining adequate pressures and levels in the overhead storage tanks and distribution lines and storage reservoirs Monitors and troubleshoots the systems as necessary.
Contacts appropriate supervisor or call out personnel in the event of abnormal conditions.
* Ensure that TCEQ regulations are met to provide adequate chlorination and pressure in the distribution system.
* Ensures that all chemicals and chemical feeds necessary for the proper treatment of the raw water (Alum, Polymer, and Chlorine) are at the required levels, dosages, and are being fed into the water properly.
* Inspects and monitors the internal plant equipment (i.e., pumps, accumulators, pipes, chlorinators, etc.) for flaws, leaks, malfunctions, and possible damage.
* Maintains proper chlorine residual levels in the water throughout the treatment process.
* Ensures that all chemical storage tanks and containers are in good condition and at proper levels.
* Performs maintenance tasks as required.
* Monitors and maintains the Water Treatment Process and Water Distribution System pressures.
* Performs Treatment Plant Lab Test every two hours and record data.
* Documents incoming calls and call outs pump changes, treatment process changes and chemical analysis. Enter required data into reports.
* Performs rounds in the Plant every two hours.
* Calibrates chemical dosing the plant flow and to treat the water.
* Prepare the Monthly Operating Report and Monthly Discharge Report.
* Takes after hour’s phone calls for Water and Sewer and Dispatch personal.
* Monitors the security cameras. And perimeter fencing.
* Checks and changes out chemicals.
* Operates an overhead crane.
* Performs janitorial duties as required.
* Collects B-Tec and CL2 samples from the water deposition system.
* Operates a forklift.
* Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
** MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
** Requires a High School Diploma or its equivalent and a minimum of one year of relevant Plant Operator I experience required. TCEQ Surface Water C License required.
Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
** KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
*** Knowledge of TCEQ regulations and required reporting for this water system and DMR
* Ability to operate small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
* Ability to operate computers for data entry and word processing.
* Ability to use excel to develop reports
* Good oral, written and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to instruct and train other employees in the SOP’s of treatment plant operations.
* Ability to be a team player who relates well with co workers, customers, regulatory agencies and the public.
* Ability to wear a full face respirator, Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, and/or Supplied Air Respirator.
* Knowledge of the principals, practices and operations of a water or wastewater treatment plant.
* Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
* Ability to maintain records and make reports
* Knowledge of the operation of a SCADA system.
* Knowledge of Historian software and report building
* Working knowledge of…
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