Wastewater Plant Operator; D​/C​/B

Position: Wastewater Plant Operator (D/C/B)
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : 385 SH 304 Unit B, Bastrop, TX, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Water & Wastewater
Division: Wastewater
Opening Date: 05/21/2026

Are you looking for a meaningful career that helps protect public health, the environment, and essential community infrastructure? We are seeking a dependable, motivated, and safety-conscious professional to join our team as a Wastewater Treatment Operator.

This position plays a critical role in the operation and maintenance of the City's wastewater treatment and collection systems. The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and working both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic utility operations environment.

If you are interested in a stable career with opportunities for growth, technical skill development, and public service impact, we encourage you to apply.
POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision of the Chief Wastewater Plant Operator, the Wastewater Plant Operator performs a variety of technical and operational duties related to the City's wastewater treatment and collection systems. Employees in this class hold certifications in wastewater treatment operations and are responsible for monitoring and performing a variety of technical and facility operational duties with considerable independence. Responsibilities include monitoring plant operations, collecting and testing wastewater samples to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, recording and reporting information compiled by the SCADA computer system, calibrating, trouble shooting and repairing electronic controls as needed.

Work is subject to review during and upon completion. Position functions in a lead capacity as directed. Performs related work as directed.

This role also provides support to other operations personnel as well as related departmental efforts in the collection, distribution and treatment of the City's water and wastewater collection systems as needed. Operators are expected to work with considerable independence while supporting departmental operations and emergency response efforts.
This is an on-site position requiring regular attendance at treatment facilities and field locations. Remote work is not available.
SALARY

Starting salary for the Wastewater Plant Operator is commensurate based on certification and experience as follows:

• Plant Operator D $21.13 - $25.12
• Plant Operator C $23.28 - $27.67
• Plant Operator B $25.66 - $30.50

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Plant Operations & Monitoring:

• Monitor and control wastewater treatment plant processes and equipment as directed.
• Collect wastewater samples daily and perform routine laboratory tests and analysis.
• Collect and process period effluent samples and samples from a variety of plant processes for consultant laboratory analysis.
• Monitor SCADA systems, adjust and record data from computers, gauges, meters, control panels and equipment to ensure proper system operation.
• Operate and maintain pumps, motors, online analyzers, valves, various treatment plant systems and components, and related equipment.
• Record shift operational data, maintain daily logbooks and/or data sheets, and assist with regulatory reporting requirements.
• Document daily facility/plant activities, enter data into the computer as directed.

Maintenance & Technical Support:

• Inspect, clean, calibrate, monitor, perform routine preventative maintenance, maintain treatment plant equipment and instrumentation.
• Perform routine facility and plant preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and assist with repairs on wastewater collection systems and lift stations including cleaning blockages, repairing leaks, and sample testing.
• Support water treatment and distribution…