Water & Wastewater Operator chez H2O Innovation

H₂O Innovation is seeking a new Operator to join our team in Houston, Huntsville, and Livingston TX.  Our next colleague will have a full-time & permanent position. In this role, you will accomplish a variety of duties while conducting regular inspection of our plants and supporting water & wastewater treatment projects. 

The Benefits 

Overall remuneration including:

• Group Insurance Plan including dental, vision & telemedicine;
• Health saving account;
• 401K plan with employer’s contribution;
• Flexible schedule;
• Day shift from Monday to Friday;
• Thirteen (13) statutory holidays;
• Paid vacation & sick days; 

The Day-to-Day

• Ensure the safe, compliant, and consistent operation of all water and wastewater treatment plants.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of treatment plants and pumping stations in accordance with established standards.
• Conduct regular inspections of the collection and distribution systems as well as the treatment plants.
• Create and initiate work orders for operational servicing and repairs.
• Prepare and manage activity and work orders for both preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Order goods and equipment, and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Provide guidance and support to plant team members.
• Communicate with operators, clients, and management regarding any issues that may affect the treatment process, compliance, or public health.
• Support water and wastewater treatment projects by assisting in the development of project plans and SOPs, as well as justifying and executing project requests.
• Foster and maintain positive relationships and communication between operators and customers.

The Skills We Are Looking For

• Minimum Class D License required.
• A CDL is an asset.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Team-oriented, self-motivated, and eager to learn all aspects of the water and wastewater field.

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

• Walking & Standing: 4-8 hr/day;
• Bending & Reaching: 4-8 hr/day;
• Pushing & pulling: 4-8 hr/day;
• Driving 4-6 hr/day;
• Physical Effort: does not lift weights more than 100 lbs;
• Environmental Stress: busy atmosphere, working inside and outside.

The successful candidate will have to pass through a background check which includes criminal background & motor vehicle report checks, as well as drug & alcohol screenings.