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Operator 3
Non-Union Position
WTR-Operations Staff-Blue Topaz; Conroe,Texas (US-TX)
Regular FT, Non-Exempt
Posting # 5470
About Us:
NW Natural Water owns and operates water and wastewater utilities in communities throughout Texas, Arizona, California, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Since 2018, we have acquired more than 30 utilities and today serve more than 190,000 people via 76,000 connections.
Our parent company, NW Natural Holding Company (NYSE: NWN) (NW Natural Holdings), is headquartered in Portland, Oregon and has been doing business for over 165 years. The company operates through NW Natural Gas Company (NW Natural), SiEnergy Operating (SiEnergy), NW Natural Water Company (NW Natural Water), NW Natural Renewables Holdings (NW Natural Renewables), and other business interests, serving a combined population of over 2.6 million people.
NW Natural Holdings' Texas operations are some of the fastest growing utilities in the nation, where our focus is on supporting developers by providing essential services to new communities. Our highly driven out-of-the-box thinkers are motivated to meet developer/builder timelines and requirements and pride themselves on partnerships with the developers, builders, and communities we serve.
Manages the daily operation of the water treatment plants assigned, ensuring compliance with the guidelines set forth by the State of Texas, TCEQ, PUC and the Operations Manager.
- Responsible for the daily operation of the water treatment plants assigned.
- Responsible for continuing education and keeping licenses and certifications up to date.
- Maintain professional Customer service in the field.
- Plant maintenance including but not limited to daily operations, grass maintenance, monthly samples, flushing, data entry into BirdNest, completing work orders given from office staff.
- Quarterly DLQOR reports, yearly tank inspections, assisting office with lead and copper samples.
- Assist vendors with any new construction and/or repairs.
- Responsible for fixing meters, pumps and other minor repairs.
- Responsible for at least one monthly weekend operations including holidays.
- Responsible for maintaining fleet vehicle.
- Comply with all Company policies, procedures and safety regulations.
- Comply with Company grooming and uniform policy.
- High school education or equivalent. Some level of post high school education in an appropriate field is preferred.
- Valid Texas drivers' license.
- Must have at minimum C level Wastewater license and C level Ground Water license
- Must have computer skills in Word, Excel, Outlook and other systems.
- Ability to multi-task with interruptions while maintaining a professional demeaner.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position requires decision and problem-solving ability, and at times in an emergency. The working environment is generally an outdoor position with weather varying. Periodically workload can be demanding in order to meet deadlines.
What we offer:
Health & Wellness -
- Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
- Free access to an online wellness resources platform
Work Life Balance -
- Start at 20 Vacation Days
- 80 Hours of Sick Time
- 13 paid holidays
- 3 weeks paid parental leave
Financial -
- Competitive 401K company contribution and match
- 15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
Base salary: $53,775.00 per year, depending on qualifications
Application Process:To be considered for this position, submit a complete electronic application including cover letter and resume via our website.
https://www.careers.nwnatural.com/nwnaturalwater
Deadline:2/3/26
Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. NW Natural Water participates in E-Verify. Individuals hired will have their Form I-9 information submitted to E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.
All applications must be submitted through NW Natural Water's Electronic Application System. Resumes submitted via email, fax or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
NW Natural Water does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural Water valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural Water HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural Water. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural Water as a result of the referral or through other means.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any federal, state or locally protected class.
We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. Pre-employment drug tests are part of the hiring process and apply to all positions.
NW Natural does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural as a result of the referral or through other means.