Job Opportunities

Date Available: June 1, 2023

Date Closed: Open until filled

Position Title: Maintenance Technician

Position Classification: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Employment Conditions:

Salary Range: $15.74 to $18.99 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

Benefits include health insurance, life insurance, vision and dental insurance, annual leave, sick leave, holiday pay, retirement, uniform and apparel programs.  Must possess a valid class “C” driver’s license, pre-employment background check and drug screen mandatory. ANRA is an equal opportunity employer.

General Duties:

ANRA is seeking a motivated individual to join our team in the role of Maintenance Technician. This is an entry level field position that reports to the Field Maintenance Manager. The Operations Division operates water and wastewater facilities to achieve compliance with state and federal regulations.

Ideal candidates will possess the skills to conduct routine repairs and maintenance, preventative maintenance and emergency repairs for water and wastewater systems. The candidate will exhibit the ability to perform routine tasks with minimal supervision, organizational and communication skills, strong attention to detail and correctness, ability to multi-task, positive attitude, ability to work well with others, strong initiative, ability to meet deadlines, and willingness to accept additional responsibilities.

Primary Duties:

• Repair and Maintenance of Water and Wastewater Facilities
• Repair and Maintenance of ANRA Vehicles
• Routine Repair and Maintenance of ANRA Equipment
• General Grounds Maintenance of Water and Wastewater Facilities

Desired Qualifications:

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent;
• Must possess a valid Class C Texas Driver’s License;
• Must be insurable for automotive insurance policies;
• Experience operating a mini excavator, backhoe and other related equipment;
• Capable of working flexible hours and during inclement weather;
• Physical ability and agility to deadlift lift 75 lbs. waist high and lift 40 lbs. overhead, climb steps and ladders;
• Walk ½ a mile across fairly rugged terrain, including walk/climb steep slopes while carrying equipment;
• Routinely stoop, kneel, bend, and/or squat to install equipment, collect samples, perform tests, and take readings.

Date Available: June 1, 2023

Date Closed: Open until filled

Position Title: Maintenance Helper

Position Classification: Part Time/Seasonal

Employment Conditions:

Salary Range: $12.10 per hour. Available to work 30-32 hours per week Monday-Friday.

General Duties:

ANRA is seeking a motivated individual to join our team in the role of Maintenance Helper. This is an entry level field position that reports to the Field Maintenance Manager. The Operations Division operates water and wastewater facilities to achieve compliance with state and federal regulations.

Ideal candidates will possess the skills to assist with routine repairs and maintenance, preventative maintenance and emergency repairs for water and wastewater systems. The candidate will exhibit a positive attitude, ability to work well with others, strong initiative, and willingness to accept additional responsibilities.

Primary Duties:

• Assist with repair and maintenance of water and wastewater facilities.
• Assist with repair and maintenance of ANRA Vehicles.
• Assist with routine repair and maintenance of ANRA Equipment.
• Assist with general grounds maintenance of facilities.

Desired Qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years of age or older. This would be a great opportunity for a High School or College student in Angelina County.
• Must possess a valid Class C Texas Driver’s License;
• Must be insurable for automotive insurance policies;
• Capable of working flexible hours and during inclement weather;
• Physical ability and agility to deadlift lift 100 lbs. waist high and lift 50 lbs. overhead, climb steps and ladders;
• Walk ½ a mile across fairly rugged terrain, including walk/climb steep slopes while carrying equipment;
• Routinely stoop, kneel, bend, and/or squat to install equipment, collect samples, perform tests, and take readings.

Date Available: May 23, 2023

Date Closed: Open until filled

Position Title: Environmental Inspector, On-Site Sewage Facility Program

Position Classification: Full Time, Exempt

Employment Conditions:

Salary Range: $37,831-$40,950 per year (depending on experience and qualifications)

Benefits include health insurance, life insurance, vision and dental insurance, annual leave, sick leave, holiday pay, retirement, uniform and apparel programs. Must possess a valid class “C” driver’s license, pre-employment background check and drug screen mandatory. ANRA is an equal opportunity employer.

General Duties:

ANRA is seeking a motivated individual to join our team in the role of environmental inspector for our On-Site Sewage Facility (OSSF) program. In part, this position will be responsible for the design review, inspection and licensing activities for residential and commercial on-site sewer systems within the River Authority’s jurisdiction. This position plays a critical role in protecting public health by working with affected parties, local officials and community stakeholders to achieve compliance with state and local laws.

Ideal candidates will exhibit excellent communication and organizational skills, enjoy a mix of indoor and outdoor duties, possess the ability to work effectively in the public arena and maintain composure in difficult circumstance.

Primary Duties:

• Perform inspections of OSSFs installed within ANRA’s jurisdiction.
• Issues permits for OSSFs installed within ANRA’s jurisdiction in accordance with state rules and regulations and ANRA policies and procedures.
• Perform field investigations of complaints/concerns and prepare appropriate reports. Initiate follow-ups as necessary.
• Investigate, validate and recommend enforcement action in compliance with ANRA’s Rules.
• Conduct GPS data collection activities.
  • Collection of water samples in accordance with TCEQ’s Surface Water Quality Monitoring (SWQM) Procedures and ANRA’s Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPP).
• Responsible for field monitoring equipment and supplies necessary to complete water quality monitoring tasks.

Desired Qualifications:

• Must have a Designated Representative License from TCEQ (or have the ability to acquire a DR license within 6 months of hire).
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Must be insurable for ANRA’s automotive insurance policy.
• Willing to work flexible hours and during inclement weather.
• Physical ability and agility to deadlift 75 lbs. waist high and lift 40 lbs. overhead, climb steps and ladders;
• Walk 1/2 mile across fairly rugged terrain, including walk/climb steep slopes while carrying equipment;
• Routinely stoop, kneel, bend, and/or squat to install equipment, collect samples, perform tests, and take readings.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and follow stated protocols.
• Loyal, mature, team player with initiative and the ability to work under stress and with multiple deadlines.
• Comprehensive knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to develop a rapport with varying audiences and the general public.
• A positive attitude and the ability to work well with others.

Application forms are available at anra.org and can be submitted to hr@anra.org

Date Available: March 15, 2023
Date Closed: Open until filled
Position Title: Truck Driver I
Position Classification: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Employment Conditions:

Salary Range: $15.74-$17.03 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

Benefits include health insurance, life insurance, vision and dental insurance, annual leave, sick leave, holiday pay, retirement, uniform and apparel programs.  All candidates must possess a valid Texas Class “A” Commercial driver’s license, with two years short haul experience. Experience with a Roll-off trailer Preferred. Successful passage of pre-employment background check and drug screen mandatory. ANRA is an equal opportunity employer.

General Duties:

ANRA is seeking a motivated individual to join our team in the role of Truck Driver I at our Neches Compost Facility located in Jacksonville Texas. This is an entry level position that reports to the Neches Compost Facility Director.

Ideal candidates will exhibit the ability to work with minimal supervision, possess organizational and communication skills, strong attention to detail and correctness, ability to multi-task, positive attitude, ability to work well with others, strong initiative, ability to meet deadlines, and willingness to accept additional responsibilities.

Primary Duties:

• Assist with management of facility operations for collection and transportation of wastewater sludge, laboratory analysis, yard trimmings, grinding, and composting.
• Assist with maintaining biosolids collection and disposal activities in compliance with regulatory agencies stated guidelines.
• Utilize class “A” vehicles to collect Roll-off containers of biosolids for processing at the Facility and deliver finished product to customers as needed.
• Complete Waste Movement Records and any other related correspondence in a timely manner.
• Learn and know the purpose for collection and documentation of all samples collected associated with biosolids collection, transportation and disposal.
• Assist with maintaining ANRA’s equipment and vehicles to prolong the life of the fleet.

Desired Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid Texas Class “A” Commercial driver’s license.
• Experience with a Roll-off trailer Preferred.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision while following stated protocols.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to develop a rapport with varying audiences and the general public.
• A team player with an honest and mature attitude and professional appearance that has the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
• Possess a positive attitude and the ability to work well with others.
• A leader who challenges others to do their best work while providing the support necessary to maintain a successful working environment.

Willingness and ability to learn new job skills and take on additional responsibilities.

Date Available: June 5, 2023

Date Closed: Open Until Filled

Position Title: Director of Laboratory Services

Position Classification: Full Time, Exempt

Employment Conditions:

Salary based on qualifications and experience.  Benefits include health insurance, life insurance, annual leave, sick leave, holiday pay, retirement, and apparel programs.  Must possess a valid class “C” driver’s license and pre-employment drug screen mandatory. ANRA is an equal opportunity employer.

General Duties:

ANRA is seeking a motivated individual to join our team in the role of Laboratory Services Director. This position manages the Authority’s Environmental Laboratory and reports to the Deputy General Manager. The Authority’s Environmental Laboratory performs analyses for surface water, drinking water, and wastewater samples for the Authority’s internal utilities and programs such as environmental water quality monitoring, as well as local municipalities, organizations and the general public, for drinking water and wastewater compliance testing.

Ideal candidates will exhibit outstanding organizational and communication skills, attention to detail and correctness, and strive for excellence and ongoing improvement.

Primary Duties:

• Maintain the Environmental Laboratory’s accreditation in accordance with the TNI Standard and all applicable TCEQ rules and regulations.
• Update, revise, and maintain the Environmental Laboratory’s Quality Assurance Manual, Standard Operating Procedures, and other quality documents.
• Perform internal audits of the Environmental Laboratory, including both technical and quality systems audits.
• Prepare audit reports for internal and external audits.
• Perform and document corrective action, including follow-up monitoring to gauge the effectiveness of the corrective action.
• Maintain training records for all Environmental Laboratory staff, including Demonstrations of Capability.
• Schedule and successfully complete semi-annual proficiency testing for all analytes in ANRA’s Scope of Accreditation.
• Schedule and document all required Quality Assurance/Quality Control functions in the Environmental Laboratory, such as thermometer calibrations, meter calibrations, equipment maintenance, etc.
• Review laboratory analysis and quality assurance/quality control reports.
• Perform analytical testing as necessary.
• Assist in business development for the laboratory.

Qualifications:

• MUST meet the following requirements for a Technical Manager of an accredited environmental laboratory as defined by the TNI Standard (EL V1 2009, 5.2.6.1).

Requirements for a Technical Manager for an accredited environmental laboratory limited to inorganic chemical analysis (other than metals analysis) and microbiological analysis (limited to fecal coliform, total coliform, E. coli, and standard plate count):

1. Minimum of an associate’s degree in the chemical, physical or environmental sciences, or two (2) years of equivalent and successful college education. A bachelor’s degree is preferred;
2. Minimum of sixteen (16) college semester credit hours in chemistry;
3. Minimum of four (4) college semester credit hours in microbiology;
4. At least two (2) years of documentable experience performing inorganic chemical analyses.
5. At least one (1) year of experience performing microbiological analyses.

• Bachelor’s in environmental science, biology, chemistry or other relevant field and/or at least 2 years working in a related laboratory management setting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, observation skills, and evaluative skills
• Warm enthusiastic demeanor, outgoing personality, able to interact with people of all ages
• Prior experience writing technical and/or research findings and reports
• Capability to plan/coordinate the various aspects of analytical activities
• Ability to manage projects, partnerships and professional relationships
• An ability to manage multiple projects and tasks concurrently, accomplishing long term goals by achieving short term strategies and objectives
• Ability to work closely with other coworkers, collaborate with Quality Manager and other staff members to improve analytical protocols and communicate technical concepts to the general public
• Adaptable and willing to take on other job assignments
• Willingness to receive additional training to enhance knowledge and skills

Application forms are available at anra.org and can be submitted to hr@anra.org