RO Plant Operator

Job Title: RO Plant Operator

Salary range: $28,255 - $39,557

Location: City of Beeville

Department: Water Department

Hours: Full-Time / Non-Exempt

Start date: Pending the results of an interview and pre employment drug screen.

Job Description:

RO Certified Plant Operator

Job Summary

The City of Beeville is seeking a RO Certified Plant Operator responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the Reverse Osmosis (RO) water treatment plant. This role ensures water quality meets all regulatory and City standards through continuous monitoring, maintenance, and optimization of plant processes.

When the RO plant is not in operation, the RO Certified Plant Operator will provide relief support for Pump and Motor Operator duties.

Essential Functions

  • Operate, monitor, and maintain RO and associated water treatment systems, including pre-treatment, filtration, chemical dosing, and post-treatment processes.
  • Conduct routine inspections of pumps, valves, membranes, filters, tanks, and instrumentation.
  • Monitor, record, and analyze operational data such as flow rates, pressure, conductivity, pH, and total dissolved solids (TDS).
  • Adjust plant operating parameters to ensure optimal performance and compliance with water quality standards.
  • Perform routine maintenance, system cleaning (CIP), and membrane replacement as required.
  • Prepare and properly dose treatment chemicals (antiscalants, disinfectants, coagulants, etc.) according to standard operating procedures.
  • Maintain accurate operational logs, reports, and compliance documentation.
  • Follow all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Work Habits

  • Regular and consistent attendance in a workplace environment.
  • Availability for shift work, weekends, and on-call duty as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Technical Skills

  • Knowledge of RO system design and operational principles.
  • Familiarity with PLC/SCADA systems for process monitoring and control.
  • Understanding of water chemistry and laboratory testing methods.

Soft Skills

  • Strong attention to detail and analytical ability.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Effective communication and recordkeeping skills.
  • Strong commitment to safety and environmental compliance.

Minimum Requirements

Education

  • Diploma or degree in Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Water Treatment Technology, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Certification

  • TCEQ Water Treatment Operator Certification: Groundwater, Class C or higher.
  • Must be willing to take and pass an 8-hour RO Operations and Maintenance Workshop for TCEQ compliance (prior completion preferred but not required).
  • Minimum Class C Distribution License from TCEQ.

Experience

  • 1–3 years of experience operating RO or water treatment systems (industrial, commercial, or municipal).

Additional Requirements

  • Valid Texas Driver’s License or reliable alternate transportation.
  • Ability to prepare records, reports, and documents neatly and accurately.
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background investigation.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 25–50 lbs.
  • Work involves exposure to water treatment chemicals and noisy equipment (PPE provided).
  • May require extended work hours (8–12 hours per day) in a high-demand environment.

Physical Demands

Physical Demand Frequency Description
Standing / Walking Frequently Office and plant environments (tile and concrete surfaces).
Sitting Frequently Office chair and control room seating.
Lifting / Carrying Occasionally Files, tools, equipment, and supplies (up to 50 lbs).
Reaching Occasionally Filing cabinets, shelves, and equipment.
Handling / Fine Dexterity Frequently Operating computers, tools, and instrumentation.
Bending Occasionally Accessing lower cabinets and equipment.
Vision Constantly Reading instruments, operating vehicles, inspections.
Hearing / Talking Constantly Communicating with staff and responding to alarms.
Endurance / Stamina Frequently Working long shifts under strict regulatory requirements.
Exposure Frequently Water treatment chemicals and noisy equipment.

Applicant Notes

  • The City of Beeville is an at-will employer.

  • This job description is intended as a general summary and is not an all-inclusive list of duties. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

  • A completed employment application is required to be considered for this position. A resume may be submitted but does not replace the application.

Nothing contained in this job posting or related materials creates a contract of employment between the employee and the City of Beeville.

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