Water Operations Specialist

Post Date

Jul 30, 2025

Location

Houston,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

77396
US
Jul 12, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract,Perm Possible

Category

Environmental Engineering

Req #

DEN-b2324b24-70e8-47f8-9a89-ee1cda3d5e29

Pay Rate

$130k - $150k (estimate)

Job Description

An Environmental Engineering firm is looking to hire a Senior Water Operations Specialist to support a project in Houston, TX. This position will require a Class A or B Water Operator license (class A strongly preferred) The primary responsibilities of this person will be to act as an onsite advisor to shift operators to help ensure day to day operation and compliance This person will also largely support the training and documentation of standard operating procedures, including training procedures and performance evaluations of municipal staff. Lastly, this position will include reviewing data, reporting on performance of facility operations and staff, and client consulting. Strong technical writing skills are crucial. This role is a salaried, contract position, with a starting salary range of $130,000-$150,000 depending on level of experience. This role will require employees to work on an alternating shift schedule, working 7 days on, 7 days off. Shifts will be 12 hours, and alternate between day and night shift with other operators. This contract will last between 2.5-3 years, with permanent conversion possible.

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Required Skills & Experience

Class A Water Operator Certification
Supervisory/Managerial/Lead experience
Strong technical expertise in Surface Water and Drinking Water
Experience with flocculation sedimentation filtration
Strong communication and analysis skills, both written and verbal

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Professional Engineering licensure
Bachelor's degree in relevant field
Previous experience at a private consulting firm supporting facility operations

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.