Plant Operator

Plant Operator – Brazos River Authority

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Summary of Position

The purpose of this position is to safely operate and maintain wastewater treatment plants; ensure compliance with permits; regulate process controls; and maintain plant efficiency. This is accomplished by collecting samples, performing analysis on water/wastewater samples for process monitoring and reportable analysis; monitoring the operation of the plant; adjusting plant valves, flows, and return rates; adjusting chemical dosages as needed; running various analytical tests;

calibrating and maintaining lab and equipment; operating the sludge press and conventional areas of the plant; entering data from lab analysis; and possibly conducting local laboratory testing. Other responsibilities include performing general and preventative plant maintenance; ensuring discharged water is good quality; ordering supplies and chemicals for treatment; properly maintaining buildings and grounds; maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment; and any other duties as assigned.

Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of methods, practices, and equipment used in all sections of wastewater treatment systems including activated sludge process, solids treatment, and energy recovery; materials, methods, and techniques used in construction, maintenance, and electrical repairs; vehicle maintenance and repair; and welding and pipe fitting.
• Knowledge of methods, practices, and equipment used in a wastewater laboratory; state and federal regulations regarding wastewater treatment; and basic knowledge of chemistry; safety procedures and first aid training.
• Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias.
• Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement.
• Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech.

Required Education & Acceptable Experience and Training

High school graduation, or its equivalent, and one year of experience in wastewater treatment system operations; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Posting Date

October 31, 2025. Open until filled.

Work Schedule

This position will require some rotating 24‑hour on-call duty for emergency calls.

Certificates and Licenses Required

Current Texas driver’s license and a good driving record are required as this position will be required to travel as needed to other locations. A company vehicle will be available for such travel. A valid Class "D" Wastewater license within six months of employment and a Class "D" Wastewater license within one year is required, higher certification preferred.

Salary

$22.07 to $28.14 per hour (depending on qualifications). This is a non‑exempt position.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Brazos River Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Application Procedure

All applicants, including current employees, must submit an online Application for Employment Form to the Brazos River Authority via the Brazos River Authority website at www.brazos.org
. Click on Careers, then Employment Opportunities, then click here for a list of available positions, then click on the position to start the application process.

Additional Information

The BRA was created by the Texas Legislature in 1929 specifically for the purpose of developing & managing the water resources of an entire river basin. Today, the Authority’s staff develops & distributes water supplies, provides water & wastewater treatment, monitors water quality, & pursues water conservation through public education programs.

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