Between $51k and

$65k

Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience)

Position range in Gulf Coast $77k - $105k Per Year Plant Operator

BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY

Occupation:

Chemical Plant and System Operators

Location:

Missouri City, TX - 77489

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Rotating Shift

Posted:

09/08/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas

Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

09/11/2026

Expires:

10/08/2026

Job #: 17065803

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience

24 Month(s) DL

Required Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Shift

Rotating Shift Public Transit

Available Benefits Help for . Plant Operator Brief Description The purpose of this position is to safely operate and maintain wastewater treatment plants; ensure compliance with permits; regulate process controls; and maintain plant efficiency for the Brazos River Authority (BRA). This is accomplished by collecting samples; performing analysis on water/wastewater samples for process monitoring and reportable analysis; monitoring plant operations; 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 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 mechanical equipment; and any other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Minimum two years' experience or equivalent combination of education

Valid Texas Class C Drivers License and Good Driving Record

Class D Waste Water License

Class C Waste Water License required within one year of employment

Approved Hazmat training is required within six months of employment Key Competencies Creating honest, trusting, and successful working relationships with others (inside and outside the organization) by consistently demonstrating competence and reliability in job performance, and representing what is best about the organization through demonstrated principles, actions, and communications.

Working with others to share expertise and achieve outcomes that benefit the organization; stepping in to fill necessary roles that others are unable or unwilling to do; demonstrating strong communication skills to others on the team through active listening, summarizing, facilitating and "bridge building".

Demonstrating self-motivation; effective performance is driven from within rather than being conditional on pressure from external factors (e.g. boss, peers, subordinates, deadlines, crises, etc.).

Acquiring and demonstrating knowledge of safety and health procedures as they relate to the human resources of the organization and the protection of property.

Taking the initiative to consistently meet or exceed (external and internal) customer expectations and specification. Demonstrating the unique skills or knowledge required of the job; staying current with changing job skills and best practices to positively impact operational efficiencies and the effectiveness of services provided Background requirement: Candidates must pass a drug screen and background check. (Due to the nature of the employer's business, company policy requires that candidates with criminal backgrounds will not be considered for employment.)