Water Reclamation Utility Maint. Operator

Position: Water Reclamation Utility Line Operator

Department: 105 Water Reclamation

Reports To: Utility Line Maintenance Crew Leader

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full Time

Starting Pay: $20-21.00 (depending on qualifications)

Mustang pays 100% of the following employee benefits:

• Healthcare Insurance– low deductible plan 
• Long Term Disability
• Term Life Insurance Policy
• Accident Plan

Additional Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance – VSP
• Short Term Disability
• Family Term Life
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 80 hrs. PTO after the first year
• Sick Time (8hrs per month)
• Pension plan with 200% match and 7% compounded interest annually after the first year – vested at ten years
• An additional pay increase of $40 per pay period for holding a valid and current CDL
• For certain positions, uniforms and work boots are provided

Additional pay for water licenses. Mustang SUD pays for certification courses and testing if you do not have a Waste Water license.

• Mustang Special Utility District pays for all the courses and testing necessary for the employee to complete the certification.

• In addition to paying for the employee to attain the license, they will receive a $160 pay increase per pay period for a Class 1 Waste water Collections License.
• In addition to paying for the employee to attain the license, they will receive an additional $160 pay increase per pay period for a Class II Waste Water Collections License.

Regular Work Hours and Location: Typically, Monday – Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm. Work hours may vary from time to time.

Position Function: Under the general direction of the Crew Leader, the Utility Maintenance Operator, performs duties as assigned. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Check for leaks and/or damages to infrastructure.
• Repair and maintain Water Reclamation Collections Infrastructure.
• Install / replace/repair manholes
• Construction/Concrete work
  
• Read and record data from various equipment.
• Operate heavy equipment.
• Haul heavy equipment to and from job sites.
• Lift up to 100 pounds. Sit, stand, twist, bend, stoop, or kneel for extended periods of time while completing tasks.
• Work Inside and Outside in inclement weather, including but not limited to Heat, Cold, Rain, or Snow.
• Climb and descend ladders.
• Clean work areas, trucks, and facilities.
• Inventory truck and stock with parts/tools as needed.

Other Important Duties:

• May be subject to work outside normal business hours.
• May occasionally be required to be on-call, work weekends, and evenings/nights.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential.
• Willingness to grow and learn with Mustang.

Education Experience and Requirements: High School GED or Diploma. Valid Texas Driving Record with acceptable driving record. Must obtain Commercial Driver’s License within 6 months of employment. Must obtain Class I Waste Water Collections license issued by the TCEQ within 6 months of hire date. 

• General knowledge of basic construction hand tools.
• Follow written and oral communication.
• Communicate via phone, text, email, or radio.
• Be able to read, write, and do some math.

Employer-Provided Training: Mustang will pay/ provide all classes needed to obtain the necessary licenses and all testing fees.

TCEQ  Waste Water Collections I License Requirements:

• Waste Water Collections Course- 20 Hours
• Application approval from the TCEQ (Background check, class verification)
  

The duties, responsibilities, and qualifications in this posting are representative categories to be used by an applicant in deciding whether to apply for the position. These general guidelines do not constitute an exhaustive list of qualifications or essential functions of the position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), citizenship, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.