Utilities Plant Operator I

Utilities Plant Operator I

Salary

$50,164.00 Annually

Location

Water Reclamation Facility, Midland, TX, TX

Job Type

Full-time

Department

Utilities

Division

Water Reclamation Facility

Opening Date

08/11/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Scope of Work

The City of Midland is seeking a dependable and driven Wastewater Treatment Plant Trainee ready to grow their career in public service. In this hands-on role, you'll work alongside licensed professionals to learn the vital skills needed to monitor, operate, and maintain essential treatment systems that protect public health and the environment.

Whether youre just starting out or looking to transition into a stable, essential career, this is your chance to earn valuable certifications, develop in-demand technical expertise, and make a lasting impact behind the scenes.

If youre ready to get your hands dirty for a cleaner tomorrow-apply today.

Essential Job Duties

• Collects water samples for testing and analysis in primary treatment area.
• Operates and maintains primary treatment equipment and observes the operation of related plant equipment.
• Reads gauges, records information and reports problems to the Operator, or other supervisors.
• Performs janitorial and grounds keeping duties in assigned areas.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

Ability to sit, stand and transport self from building to building. Ability to drive a vehicle to and from various work sites. Employee will work in seasonal temperatures bending, lifting, kneeling, twisting and climbing in order to operate and maintain plant equipment. Employee can work with potential mechanical, chemical and electrical hazards while collecting samples. Employee may be exposed to communicable diseases while handling raw sewage.

Required Qualifications

Ability to effectively communicate with employees and supervisors on plant condition and in order to receive work orders or instructions for any project.

Ability to read operators manuals, gauges and work orders to collect samples for analysis. Skill in writing to record results. Shift work required.

High school diploma or equivalent required plus ability to obtain C operators certification from the TNRCC within established time constraints. Valid Texas Drivers License.DAYS & HOURS:Rotating Shift; Rotating Days Off

2:1 Retirement Plan with TMRS

Educational Tuition Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer

Midland Municipal Employee Credit Union

Competitive pay

Medical/Dental/Vision Plan

PTO accrual

Paid holidays

Employer City of Midland

Address 300 N Loraine St.

Midland, Texas, 79701

Phone 4326857245

Website http://www.midlandtexas.gov