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Operations Specialist

Carollo Engineers, Inc., Houston, TX, United States


Overview
Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we've specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse facilities, bringing innovative and sustainable solutions to the water sector's most complex challenges.

We work with water agencies, municipalities, utilities, research organizations, and private companies across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and beyond. These clients choose Carollo because we employ some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the world. When you join our team, you'll work alongside industry leaders who are advancing the science of water, protecting public health, and building resilient communities.

Carollo's vision is to be the best water consulting firm and the best place for you to build your career. If you're passionate about making a difference in this critical field, we invite you to explore a career with Carollo.

Responsibilities

Assists clients to optimize treatment plant staffing labor, power and chemical costs

Develops process startup, commissioning, and testing plans

Develops site inspection checklists for use during construction

Leads commissioning, startup, and testing efforts that result from Design Contracts

Advises clients on startup adjustments and facility tuning

Leads preparation of Standard Operating Procedures and comparable documentation

Prepares operator training courses

Leads preparation of O&M manual updates (paper and electronic)

Provides facility optimization services

Conducts overall systems performance evaluation

Performs detailed process facility optimization review

Reviews operating and laboratory data and data collection methodology

Evaluates staffing levels and training needs

Prepares process trouble‑shooting guidelines

Assists clients in staff development and transition planning

Evaluates and develops strategies for operational data acquisition and presentation

Assists with client marketing

Participates in project pursuits

Attends and participates in selected conferences

Qualifications

Extensive experience in water and/or wastewater process operations

Knowledge of regulated water/wastewater business and regulatory requirements

Minimum of ten (15) years of experience with at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity

Upper-level licensing in water and/or wastewater treatment plant operation

AAS in Water Quality Management, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Math, Environmental Science or related field of study

Business and financial acumen, and demonstrated leadership and management skills

Strong project management skills

Strong writing and presentation skills

Innovative leader with strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to travel as needed

Preferred Qualifications

BA/BS in Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Math, Environmental Science or related field of study

Superintendent or director experience in utility operations

Compensation Range
An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Other Compensation and Benefits
Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the support employees and their families need to lead healthy, productive lives. Carollo’s benefits package includes paid time off and holidays, comprehensive health insurance coverage, pre‑tax savings account options for healthcare, dependent care and commuter expenses, disability insurance and life insurance options for you and your dependents. We also offer free Caregiver Support, Travel Assistance, counseling services, discount programs, and a Lifestyle Reimbursement Account. Other compensation that may be available includes: 401(k) company contribution matching, tuition reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, career advancement bonuses, professional registration bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and compensatory time for exempt employees. Flexible work arrangements may also be available. Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status.

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