Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum requirements for formal education and job-related experience. Graduation from high school or General Education Development (GED) Certificate, Valid Texas Driver’s licenses, and Class C Water and / or Wastewater license(s). 

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Utilized in the performance of the essential functions. • Knowledge of Water Distribution and/or Wastewater Collection systems 

• Knowledge of worksite safety 

• Proficient in the use of materials, tools and equipment commonly used in a construction environment 

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing 

• Ability to prepare clear and concise written reports 

• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the job 

License and Certification 

• Valid Texas Driver’s License 

• Completes Water and / or Wastewater training courses required to maintain TCEQ licensing and / or complete prerequisites Challenges 

• Tech. I - TCEQ Class C Water and /or Wastewater License examinations 

• Tech. II - Class C Texas Water or Class C Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License 

• Tech III - Multiple Class C and/or B Water and/or Wastewater licensing plus Customer Service Inspector, Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester, and/or License Irrigator. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical requirements associated with performance of the Essential Job Functions.

 Physical requirements include frequently carrying/lifting 50 lbs., pushing or pulling 100 lbs.; visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate small hand tools, construction equipment and laboratory equipment; subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time to perform essential job functions. 

Preferred 

• Skill in using backhoe, loader and other heavy equipment 

• Class C Commercial Driver’s License

Applications Accepted: Open Until Filled Employment Application and General Release Form may be obtained at City Hall or downloaded from the City’s website at www.castrovilletx.gov/jobs. You may also obtain an application and release form at City Hall and mail your documents to Human Resources, City of Castroville, 1209 Fiorella Street, Castroville, TX 78009, or fax to 830-931-6373.