Water Plant Operations Coordinator

Job Description

Summary

Starting Salary: This is a career ladder posting - For 5 years experience + Class B Surface Water License the pay is $35.8600 per hour. For Class A Water License the pay is $39.1200 per hour.

The City of Waco Seeks:

The City of Waco is seeking an internal employee to become our next Water Plant Operations Coordinator. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience and a Class B Surface Water License. If you are ready for your next challenge, this is the perfect role for you. Apply Today.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

• H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent and 5 years WTP Operator Experience
• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Class B Surface Water License from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)

Position Description:

Under the direction of the Water Treatment Plant Superintendent and/or the Water Treatment Plant Assistant Superintendent, performs, plans, organizes, and coordinates the operation, maintenance, monitoring, and renewal of water treatment facilities and associated systems, including treatment processes, chemical feed systems, pumping systems, storage facilities, SCADA, instrumentation, equipment, structures, and related infrastructure. This position performs and/or coordinates work assignments to support safe, reliable, and compliant facility operations; maintain acceptable asset condition; protect drinking water quality; and ensure applicable health, safety, and regulatory standards are met.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates the operation, monitoring, maintenance, and renewal of assigned water treatment facilities and associated systems to support safe, reliable, efficient, and compliant drinking water production.
• Observes and monitors treatment equipment, chemical feed systems, pumping systems, SCADA, instrumentation, process control systems, and facility conditions; identifies operational issues and assists with corrective actions.
• Assists with treatment process control by monitoring source water, treatment performance, finished water quality, laboratory data, operating records, and process trends; recommends and implements adjustments under direction of management.
• Assigns staff to work areas, coordinates daily work activities, assists with shift coverage, and supports operators with technical, operational, and safety issues.

• Performs, coordinates, and documents equipment checks, cleaning, adjustments, troubleshooting, minor repairs, preventive maintenance, and related maintenance activities; coordinates with maintenance personnel, vendors, and contractors as needed.
• Maintains logs, operating records, maintenance records, process data, and facility documentation; uses records and data to support reporting, troubleshooting, process improvement, and regulatory compliance.
• Assists in preparing work schedules, operational reports, regulatory documentation, standard operating procedures, and special reports related to treatment facility operations and maintenance.
• Trains, leads, and mentors assigned staff; assists with evaluating work performance, identifying training needs, supporting operator licensing, and promoting safe and effective work practices.
• Maintains facility grounds, housekeeping, security awareness, and general appearance of assigned facilities in coordination with staff, contractors, and supervisors.
• Responds to emergencies, abnormal operating conditions, equipment failures, scheduled shutdowns, severe weather, and other operational events; assists with troubleshooting, response coordination, cleanup, repair, and restoration of service.

Required for All Jobs:

• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff, maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information
• Lives the City of Waco Values.

The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.

To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.

Why Work For Waco:

• Meaningful and challenging work
• Make a difference and improve communities
• Competitive Salary and Benefits
  • Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
  • Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance
  • Longevity Pay
  • And More!
• Chance to do work you are passionate about
• Desire to give back

Closing Date/Time: 11/4/2026 5:00 PM Central