Operator I

Company: Gulf Coast Authority
Location: Odessa
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

Apply for the opportunity to join our team dedicated to preserving and protecting Texas waters. 1.0 Job Summary Under the direction of the Lead Operator, Operate the plant to meet the process conditions defined by management. This includes monitoring flows and treatment processes, performing basic maintenance activities to keep equipment operating, analyzing samples, adjusting pumps, and ensuring the work is done in a safe manner to maintain permit compliance. 2.0 Typical Duties and Responsibilities 2.1 Collect samples for various tests of plant processes, maintain sample stations. 2.2 Monitor plant operations by observing the plant operation and evaluating the process data collected. 2.3 Operate plant equipment such as Plant Pick-up, Belt Press. 2.4 Open and Close valves (many over 12” in diameter). 2.5 Maintain records of plant operations by recording data from tests, instruments and meter totalizers. 2.6 Perform minor maintenance activities. 2.7 Prepare samples for transfer to central lab and commercial lab. 2.8 Review sample results from the city lab. 2.9 Communicate with maintenance personnel, vendors and other plant operators. 2.10 Perform minor clean up and housekeeping duties of workplace and laboratory. Maintain inventory like gloves, lab supplies, ice packs, etc. Perform other related duties as required or assigned. 2.11 Comply with all Plant and Gulf Coast Safety policies. 2.12 Consistently partner with all plant personnel to demonstrate support for a productive, professional, and mutually respectful work environment. 2.13 Consistently demonstrate support for company policy and procedures. 3.0 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 3.1 Knowledge of the wastewater treatment process including the operation of pumps and motors, piping, and electrical equipment. 3.2 Knowledge of standard testing procedures for taking samples, running T.O.C., ammonia, D.O., TSS, ZSV, pH, TRC and D.O. uptakes. 3.3 Knowledge of the principles and practices for the safe operation of a wastewater treatment plant. 3.4 Ability to read memoranda, daily work schedules, log sheets, technical manuals, and procedures. 3.5 Ability to perform mathematical calculations necessary to compute plant flows and sample test results. 3.6 Ability to write memoranda, log sheets, work orders, and other reports. 3.7 Ability to operate computer equipment. 3.8 Ability to operate test equipment such as TOC, D.O. uptake, pH, TRC and ammonia instruments, and hand-held pH and D.O. meters. 3.9 Ability to operate an assigned vehicle. 3.10 Ability to use hand tools, respirator, and fire extinguisher. 3.11 Ability to communicate orally both in person and by telephone/radio. 3.12 Ability to use Outlook and software like FMS, MPluse, Startup Data, WITS, WinLIMS, etc. 4.0 Environmental conditions 4.1 Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in extreme heat (110 degrees F) and cold (32 degrees F) in all weather conditions. 4.2 Work involves exposure to potential noise, mechanical, electrical, explosives, fume/odor, chemical, and toxic waste hazards with proper precautionary procedures. 5.0 Education, certification, and experience required 5.1 High school diploma or equivalent. 5.2 Two years’ experience in the operation and maintenance of activated sludge wastewater treatment plants. 5.3 Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License. 6.0 Physical requirements 6.1 Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch/stoop, squat, twist the upper body, and climb ladders and steps while performing various job functions such as inspecting plant, taking samples, and adjusting valves. 6.2 Ability to carry up to 50 pounds of weight while going up and down ladders and stairs and moving those items between various job sites 6.3 Ability to grasp with hands and manipulate tools, pumps, and knife gate valves. 6.4 Ability to grasp with hands and manipulate glass sample bottles. 6.5 Ability to bend while pushing and pulling a brush to clean the clarifier. 7.0 Additional requirements per location 7.1 Prepare samples for shipping to central lab or transporting commercial lab . 7.2 Interface with truck in waste customers and complete necessary paperwork . 7.3 Monitor and record treatment chemical supply . 7. 4 Prepare work orders . 8.0 Summary The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Holding people assigned to this or any job to expectations described herein does not constitute harassment in any form. GCA offers a stable work environment and a competitive salary and excellent benefit package to the right individual but does not provide reimbursement for relocation expenses. Salary requirement and college transcript must be submitted with resume or application to be considered. All inquiries remain confidential. Salary Range $24.42 - $31.46 If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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