Senior Plant Operator

**ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY** **Senior Wastewater Plant Operator** **Temple/Belton Wastewater Plant** **SUMMARY OF POSITION:**The purpose of this position is to safely operate and maintain wastewater treatment plants, lift stations; ensure compliance with permits; regulate process controls; and maintain plant efficiency. This is accomplished by collecting samples; performing analysis on wastewater samples for process monitoring and reportable analysis; monitoring the operation of the plant and or lift stations; 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 assisting with training and mentoring less experienced operators; working within budget guidelines; 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 electrical and 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 wastewater process, solids treatment, collection system operations and energy recovery; materials, methods, and techniques used in construction, maintenance, and electrical repairs; vehicle maintenance and repair; and welding and pipe fitting; methods, practices, and equipment used in a wastewater laboratory; state and federal regulations regarding wastewater treatment; and basic knowledge of chemistry; and 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 five years 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** **:** August 25, 2016. **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. A Class B Wastewater License is required. **** **SALARY** **:** $16.78 to $21.39 per hour (depending on qualifications). This is a non-exempt position. **BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY, EOE** **:** The BRA is a growing dynamic organization striving to position itself for the future and anticipate the needs of its customers. The Authority desires individuals who are team & customer-focused, embrace diversity, seek innovative and have creative ways of conducting business, and a commitment to empower and develop staff. 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. **APPLICATION PROCEDURE**: All applicants, including current employees, must submit an on-line Application for Employment Form to the Brazos River Authority by way of the Brazos River Authority Web site at http://www.brazos.org. Click on Careers, then Employment Opportunities, then click here for a list of available pos…