SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY

WO Utility Operator

The Woodlands, TX

full time

$49,920-$56,160

On-site

Oil and Gas

About This Job

Company Summary

The SJRA is a public entity whose mission is to develop, conserve, and protect the water resources of the San Jacinto River basin. Its primary purpose is to implement long-term, regional projects related to water supply and water quality. SJRA delivers raw water to both municipal and industrial consumers and provides water treatment and wastewater services through the ownership, operation, and maintenance of infrastructure including reservoirs, groundwater wells, surface water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, lift stations, and miles of open channel and conveyance systems.

Summary

The San Jacinto River Authority is seeking to fill the position of Wastewater Utility Operator for the Woodlands Division located in The Woodlands, TX. The Woodlands Division provides water and wastewater utility services to The Woodlands municipal utility districts. This position would operate wastewater collection, conveyance, treatment and disposal systems in a safe, cost effective and efficient manner and ensures compliance with state and federal regulations. Some of the duties include:

- Effectively utilizes the EAM computerized maintenance management system for various components such as a workorder system, inventory control, and procedures for safe performance of maintenance tasks; assesses utilization of the EAM program by reviewing maintenance records and recommending modifications and/or replacement with alternative equipment.

- Accurately documents, organizes, and files correspondence, reports and records related to maintenance activities in the EAM system.

- Through SCADA data and physical interaction, evaluates system pressures, equipment operation and instrument treadings; advises the lead operator regarding any process adjustments conducted or required to optimize operations.

- Performs general manual labor including filling and emptying of machine bins and cleaning equipment, facilities and grounds and painting as required.

- Performs general equipment maintenance including, but not limited to, routine preventive maintenance, lubrication and minor adjustments.

- Operates Authority vehicles and/or equipment for operational purposes by driving from facility to facility to conduct job duties.

- Performs various routine and non-routine field and laboratory sampling and testing (chemical, physical and biological) for process and disinfection adjustments.

- Tracks and maintains inventory; orders chemicals and supplies for plant operations.

- Follows safety regulations, policies, principles, and procedures. Utilizes all appropriate personal protective equipment.

- Obtains and maintains certifications in water and wastewater as indicated in the Certifications section. Once dual-certified, participates in the on-call rotations for water and wastewater systems as designated by the Operations Manager.

- This position is classified as a safety sensitive position. The individual holding this position is subject to random, unannounced drug and alcohol testing.

- This position is classified as primary essential personnel. The individual holding this position will be required to work as usual or as needed (1) during an emergency event, (2) in preparation for an emergency event, and/ or (3) during recovery from an emergency event as directed by their direct supervisor, appropriate Department/Division Manager, the appropriate Senior Level Manager, or the General Manager.

Benefits

SJRA offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

- Health

- Dental

- Vision

- Life insurance

- Tuition assistance

- Paid Time Off

- Retirement Savings Plan in which SJRA contributes 8% automatically and matches up to an additional 4% of the employee's contribution.

Requirements

- High school diploma or GED

- At least 2 years of progressively responsible experience in the operations and maintenance of wastewater systems.

- A minimum of a TCEQ Class C Wastewater Operator license is required.

- Valid Texas Driver’s license with an insurable driving record.

Education Requirements

Degree/Diploma Obtained

High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)

Program of Study

General Studies (Required)

Experience Requirements

- 2 years - Utilities

- 1 year - Progressively responsible experience in the operations and maintenance of water/wastewater systems

Certifications & Licensures

- TDL - Texas Driver's License with Insurable driving record - Required

- TCEQ Class C Wastewater Operator and/or TCEQ Class C Groundwater Operator is required.

Core Competencies

- Organizational Agility

- Knowledgeable about how the organization works; understands and appreciates the origin and reasoning behind key policies, practices, and procedures; understands the culture of the organization; knows how to get things done in a manner that complements the organization's policies, practices, and culture.

- Drive for Results

- Pursues everything with energy, drive, and a need to finish; does not give up before finishing, even in the face of resistance or setbacks; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

- Teamwork and Cooperation

- Ability to effectively work as an active and contributing member of a team to complete assignments and achieve goals; actively seeks ways to support other team members and promote cooperation.

Management Competencies

Job Specific Competencies

- Critical Analysis

- Critically analyzes, compares and interprets available information. Also recognizes inconsistent and missing information and identifies the means to gather the correct or missing information

- Interpersonal Skills

- Pays attention to customer needs, showing empathy during service interruptions and crisis situations

- Maintenance Principles and Practices

- Demonstrates knowledge of normal equipment operation (how the individual pieces of equipment relate to each other) in order to spot potential equipment problems before they occur.

- In-depth Water/ Wastewater Principles and Practices

- Has an in-depth understanding of the general processes and how they are related and involved with the conveyance of raw water and/or production of potable water and/or the collection and treatment of wastewater.

- Quality Control and Continuous Improvement

- Conduct tests and inspections of products and/or services and/or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

- Specific Process Control System Principles and Practices

- Perform laboratory tasks, including collecting samples, interpreting the analysis, recognizing abnormal results, and/or performing plant processes control analysis.

- Communication [Customer Service)

- Committed to meeting the expectations and requirements of customers by providing high quality customer service. Works with internal and external customers to gain trust and confidence.

Skills and Abilities

- Ability to Learn

- Flexibility & Adaptability

- Mathematics- Basic & Principles of Measurement

- Reading & Interpreting construction plans, specifications, and maps

- Oral Communications

- Written Communication

- Computer Skills- General