Brunel is recruiting Water Operation Technicians to work in Midland, TX for initially 1 year contract.
- This role focuses on monitoring and controlling water treatment plants, salt water disposal systems, and water distribution networks using SCADA systems/operational monitoring tools.
- The position requires technical knowledge of water system operations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to respond quickly to alarms, system changes, or emergencies.
- The role involves coordinating closely with field personnel, documenting operational activities, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor water treatment plants, salt water disposal systems, and water distribution networks using SCADA systems
- Track and evaluate operational indicators including flow rates, pressure levels, and reservoir levels
- Identify abnormal system behavior and respond to alarms or alerts
- Operate and adjust pumps, valves, and inlet controls remotely to maintain proper system performance
- Respond to system alarms quickly and initiate corrective actions
- Perform remote troubleshooting to resolve operational issues whenever possible
- Communicate with field operators regarding maintenance needs, operational issues, or emergency responses
- Dispatch instrumentation and electrical technicians, electrical crews, or field personnel when on-site intervention is required
- Coordinate with maintenance teams for repairs and system adjustments
- Record operational data, system events, incidents, and maintenance activities in operational logs
- Maintain accurate documentation of system operations and changes
- Generate daily, weekly, and monthly operational and performance reports
- Ensure water system operations comply with regulatory standards related to water quality and safety
- Follow established emergency response procedures during system failures, contamination events, or operational disruptions
- Support safe operational practices and adherence to company policies
- Participate in system training programs and technology upgrades
- Support improvements to system operations and monitoring processes
- Recommend process improvements to increase operational efficiency, reliability, and system performance
Qualifications:
- Understanding of water treatment processes and water distribution systems
- Knowledge of salt water disposal systems and plant operations
- Familiarity with SCADA systems for remote monitoring and system control
- Basic electrical and mechanical knowledge related to pumps, valves, and instrumentation used in water systems
- Proficiency with SCADA systems for system monitoring and remote operations
- Experience using data logging software to track operational performance
- Ability to interpret system alarms and troubleshoot operational issues remotely
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for documentation, reporting, and operational records
- Ability to analyze operational system data and identify trends, irregularities, or performance issues
- Strong troubleshooting skills when responding to alarms or system failures
- Ability to make quick and effective decisions during emergency situations or system disruptions
- Clear verbal communication when coordinating with field operators and technical personnel
- Strong written communication skills for documenting operational changes, incidents, and reports
- Ability to communicate operational updates and technical issues to multiple teams
