Water Production Operator I-IV

Water Production Operator I-IV

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Denton, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26-00343

Department

Water

Division

Water - Production

Opening Date

09/18/2026

Closing Date

10/18/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
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Summary

This requisition expires on October 18, 2026, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.

Depending on Qualifications:

Water Production Operator I: $21.21 - $33.94

Water Production Operator II: $23.39 - $37.42

Water Production Operator III: $24.55 - $39.29

Water Production Operator IV: $27.07 - $43.32

Responsible for assisting with the treatment and production of potable water.

Essential Functions and Other Important Duties

Essential Functions:

• Collects and performs Water Quality Tests
• Performs calculations for chemical additions; fills and adjusts chemical feeder
• Performs custodial duties, such as sweep, mop, etc.
• Troubleshoots equipment and process control problems
• Assists Operator with maintaining SCADA to ensure proper water levels and system pressures
• Assists Operator with minor maintenance of feed pumps, instrumentation, etc.
• Drains sludge and backwashes filters
• Maintain regular and punctual on-site attendance

Additional Duties:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:

Water Production Operator I

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

OR

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

Water Production Operator II

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Grade "C" Surface Water Certification issued from TCEQ
• Two years experience working as an operator in a Water Treatment Plant

OR

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

Water Production Operator III

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Grade "B" Surface Water Certification issued from TCEQ
• Four years of experience working as an operator in a 15 MGD or greater Water Treatment Plant

OR

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

Water Production Operator IV

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Grade "A" Water Certification issued from TCEQ.
• Six years of experience working as an Operator in a 15 MGD or greater Water Treatment Plant.
• Computer literate with three years of water plant SCADA experience
• NOTE: Education equivalent to at least two years of college with specialization in water treatment, chemistry, engineering, science, or biology is acceptable for two years of experience

OR

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

Core Competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers

Preferences:

• Preference will be given to candidates with Water Treatment experience and TCEQ certification

Conditions of Employment:

• Must have a valid Class "C" Drivers License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class "C" drivers license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
• Must pass a drug test, drivers license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
• Must pass a physical examination
• TCEQ Grade "D" Water License obtained within six months of employment
• TCEQ Grade "C" Water License obtained within three years of employment

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements:

Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.

• Sedentary - lifting no more than 10 pounds
• Light - lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
• Medium - lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
• Heavy - lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
• Very Heavy - lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds

Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.

Codes for "how often":

Y = Yes

N = No

E = extensive (100-70%)

M = moderate (60-30%)

I = infrequent (20-10%)

A = almost never (<10%)

Task: Code:

• Standing: M
• Sitting: M
• Walking: M
• Lifting: I
• Carrying: M
• Pushing/Pulling: I
• Overhead Work: A
• Fine Dexterity: A
• Kneeling: M
• Crouching: A
• Crawling: A
• Bending: M
• Twisting: I
• Climbing: A
• Balancing: M
• Vision: M
• Hearing: M
• Talking: M
• Video Display: M
• Differentiate Colors: M

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:

The essential functions of this position require the use of hand tools in order to perform minor maintenance on equipment and to perform custodial duties at the plant. Requires the use of protective equipment (i.e. protective breathing apparatus) for confined space entry for handling chemicals.

Environmental Factors:

The essential functions of this position are performed both inside and outside. While working outside, incumbents are exposed to various weather conditions. Incumbents are also exposed to noise, chemicals, fumes and dust associated with the operation of a Water Treatment Plant.

This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

ADA/EOE/ADEA

E-Verify:

The City of Denton participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employees authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

The City of Denton maintains competitive benefit options. Details are available here.

01

Do you believe you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job description?

• Yes
• No

02

This position requires working overtime outside of regular business hours as needed. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of paid, professional-level experience do you have in this field?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

04

Select the following license(s) from the TCEQ you currently hold:

• Wastewater Collections I
• Wastewater Collections II
• Wastewater Collections III
• Water A Distribution
• Water B Distribution
• Water C Distribution
• Water D Distribution
• Wastewater Treatment
• None of the above

05

Are you eligible for a TCEQ license? If you are unfamiliar with the TCEQ licensing requirements, please visit the following link TCEQ Licensing Requirements

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess a Class "C" Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Denton

Address 601 E. Hickory Street

Suite B

Denton, Texas, 76205

Phone (940) 349-8340

Website http://www.cityofdenton.com