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Under the guidance of a certified Water Services Technician or Senior Technician assists in the operating and maintenance of the City's water and wastewater system in a safe, effective, and efficient manner. Repairs and maintains facilities and equipment. Incumbents in the classification are required to be on-call on a rotating basis are obtaining the required certifications and the qualification review is completed. ** Incumbents in this classification must meet the qualification to promote to Water Services Technician within three (3) years of employment.

Applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter & resume.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Trainee:

• Assists in the operation of the water, wastewater, and irrigation system by starting and stopping system pumps, opening/closing valves and hydrants, adjusting system parameters, and locating and marking underground infrastructure.

• Assists in collecting and analyzing water samples, and performing data collection on system rounds.

• Assists in the repair and maintenance of the water, wastewater, and irrigation system by performing preventive or corrective maintenance on motors, pumps, piping, hydrants, valves, and other components.

• Operates, repairs, and maintains hand tools, power tools, power equipment, heavy equipment, and specialized machinery to maintain and repair the water, wastewater, and irrigation systems.

• Operates complex and sensitive test equipment to troubleshoot and test the water, wastewater, and irrigation systems.

• Performs data entry necessary (paper and computer) to collect system data on rounds, and document work performed for repairs.

• Attends required training to obtain TCEQ Certification.

• Participates in monthly safety meetings and performs all job duties according to all approved safety rules and procedures.

• Reports all accidents, injuries, theft, loss, and broken/damaged equipment/property and reports and corrects all unsafe practices or conditions to immediate supervisor consistent with established timeframes.

• Provides assistance for emergency management, particularly in the areas of response and recovery.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• First aid and CPR procedures and knowledge of safety procedures associated with the construction industry.

• Proper and safe use of chemicals.

Skill in:

• Operating heavy machinery including specialized equipment.

• Understanding written and verbal instructions.

• Working safely and effectively with others.

• Reading and comprehending operation and safety manuals, signs, maps, office memos, labels, and blueprints.

• Communicating effectively orally and in writing.

• Taking equipment operational readings.

• Performing calculations for volume, capacity, and area.

• Assessing problems, determining safe solutions, and making prompt and correct repairs.

Technician:

• Operates the water, wastewater, and irrigation system by starting and stopping system pumps, opening/closing valves and hydrants, adjusting system parameters, locating and marking underground infrastructure, collecting and analyzing water samples,and performing data collection on system rounds.

• Maintains and repairs the water, wastewater, and irrigation system by performing preventive or corrective maintenance on motors, pumps, piping, hydrants, valves, and other components.

• Operates hand tools, power tools, power equipment, heavy equipment, and specialized machinery to maintain and repair the water, wastewater, and irrigation systems.

• Operates complex and sensitive test equipment to troubleshoot and test the water, wastewater, and irrigation systems.

• Maintains and repairs hand tools, power tools, power equipment, heavy equipment, and specialized machinery.

• Performs data entry necessary (paper and computer) to collect system data on rounds, and document work performed for repairs.

• Attends required training to obtain TCEQ Certification.

• Performs such other labor duties and assists other departments as may be assigned.

• Actively participates in monthly safety meetings.Performs all job duties according to all approved safety rules and procedures.

• Promptly reports all accidents, injuries, theft, loss, and broken/damaged equipment/property to immediate supervisor.Reports or corrects all unsafe practices or conditions to their immediate supervisor.

• Provides quality customer service to city staff, the general public, and all other work contacts.

• Ability to operate heavy machinery including specialized equipment; knowledge of proper use of chemicals; ability to understand written and verbal instruction in English; ability to work safely and effectively with others; ability to report equipment problems. Knowledge of first aid and CPR procedures and knowledge of safety procedures associated with the construction industry.

• Will provide aid and training to less experienced water service staff.

Skill in:

• Reading: Read and comprehend operation and safety manuals (English); signs, maps, office memos, labels, and blueprints.

• Writing:Ability to take notes and messages and document work performed, take equipment operational readings.

• Math:Ability to perform calculations for volume, capacity, and area.

• Reasoning:Ability to assess problems and make prompt, reliable repairs, and determine safe solutions.

• Advanced TheoreticalKnowledge:None

Knowledge of:

• Facts and information etc. consistent with the most current Water Services Qualification Manual.

• First aid and CPR procedures and knowledge of safety procedures associated with the construction industry.

• Proper and safe use of chemicals.

• Water and/or wastewater system operational theory as required to maintain TCEQ Certification.

Senior:

• Operates the water, wastewater, and irrigation system by starting and stopping system pumps, opening/closing valves and hydrants, adjusting system parameters, locating and marking underground infrastructure, and performing data collection on system rounds.

• Maintains and repairs the water, wastewater, and irrigation system by performing preventive or corrective maintenance on motors, pumps, piping, hydrants, valves, and other components.

• Operates, repairs, and maintains hand tools, power tools, power equipment, heavy equipment, and specialized machinery to maintain and repair the water, wastewater, and irrigation systems.

• Operates complex and sensitive test equipment to troubleshoot and test the water, wastewater, and irrigation systems.

• Performs data entry necessary (paper and computer) to collect system data on rounds and to document work performed for repairs.

• Attends required training to obtain TCEQ Certifications.

• Performs such other labor duties and assists other departments as may be assigned.

• Performs all job duties according to all approved safety rules and procedures. Actively participates in monthly safety meetings.

• Promptly reports all accidents, injuries, theft, loss, and broken/damaged equipment/property to immediate supervisor. Reports or corrects all unsafe practices or conditions to their immediate supervisor.

• Required to provide training and aid for all less experienced staff.

• Provides quality customer service to city staff, the general public, and all other work contacts.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Facts and information etc. consistent with the most current Water Services Qualification Manual.

• First aid and CPR procedures and knowledge of safety procedures associated with the construction industry.

• Proper use of chemicals.

• Water and/or wastewater system operational theory as required to maintain TCEQ Certification.

Skill in:

• Performing all tasks and functions identified in the most current Water Services Qualification Manual.

• Operate heavy machinery, including specialized equipment.

• Understanding written and oral instructions.

• Communicating effectively both orally and in writing.

• Applying system operational and maintenance theory to troubleshoot system problems to ensure correct repairs.

• Reading and comprehending operation and safety manuals, signs, maps, office memos, labels, and blueprints.

• Taking notes and messages and documenting work performed.

• Taking equipment operational readings.

• Performing calculations to maintain TCEQ Certification (Capacity, Volume, Concentration, etc.)

• Assessing problems to determine safe solutions in order to make prompt, reliable repairs.

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, training, and Experience Guidelines

High school diploma or equivalent.

Valid Class "C" Texas driver's license required. Out-of-state license holders must have a valid license and provide a three-year driving history.

Trainee:

• Six (6) months of full-time experience in the operation and maintenance of a water distribution or wastewater collection system. OR Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Must obtain a valid Class A Texas Commercial Driver's license within six (6) months of hire date.

• Must obtain a Class D Distribution and Class I Collection License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality within 12 months of the hire date.

Technician:

• Three (3) years of full-time experience in the operation and maintenance of a water distribution or wastewater collection system.ORAny equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Valid Class A Texas Commercial Driver's license.

• Class C Distribution and a Class II Collection License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.

Senior:

• Five (5) years of full-time experience in the operation and maintenance of a water distribution or wastewater collection system. OR Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Class A Commercial Driver's license

• Class C Distribution AND a Class III Collection license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. ORClass B Distribution AND a Class II Collection license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Works outdoors in hot, cold, and/or wet weather, exposure to noise and vibration from machinery, toxic chemicals and gases, confined spaces (trenches, manholes), contaminants in wastewater, electrical voltages up to 480V, and high-pressure water from sewer machines.

Hiring Range

Trainee: $21.36 - $26.63, hourly depending on qualifications.

Technician: $24.61- $30.83, hourly depending on qualifications.

Senior Technician: $28.50 - $35.70, hourly depending on qualifications.

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