To perform, teach and supervise a variety of semi-skilled, skilled and technical work in the operation, maintenance and repair of water pump stations, water storage facilities, and sewer lift stations.

Under general supervision, exercises supervision of Water, Sewer and SCADA/Facilities employees, accordingly. Acts as the Superintendent of in his/her absence.

1. Graduation from high school or equivalent;

1. Three years of direct experience in water distribution, wastewater collections or water/wastewater treatment; preferred.

1. One year of supervisory experience in the water and sewer field.

1. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
2. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
3. Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public.
4. Skill in operation of the listed tools, materials and equipment.
5. Knowledge of computer based equipment.
6. Ability to work safely.
7. Working knowledge of facilities, equipment, materials, and safe methods and techniques used in wastewater collection and water distribution activities.
8. Knowledge of light equipment operation, the hazards and safety precautions common to light equipment operations.
9. Ability to perform the duties in which a Certificate of Competency is held.
10. Ability to identify tasks that require a certified operator and oversee, perform or seek guidance appropriately.
11. Ability to monitor, read, interpret various diagrams, devices, charts, gauges, and correctly interpret and react to those interpretations.
12. Ability to learn the characteristics of individual pump station, lift station and water storage facilities.
13. Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
14. Ability to drive and operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions.
15. Knowledge of the general operating rules of City and the State of Texas in W/S Operations.
16. Ability to think and act quickly in emergencies, judge situations accurately, dispatch appropriate personnel under normal and emergency situations.
17. Knowledge of chemical and fuel storage, hazards and safety precautions.
18. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

1. Class C Water Distribution and Class II Wastewater Collection Operator License by date of hire.
2. Class B Water Distribution and/or Class III Wastewater Collection Operator License, preferred.
3. Ability to complete and be certified in all FEMA certifications for operators within one year of date of hire.
4. Ability to complete course and be certified as a Confined Space Entry Competent Person within one year of date of hire.
5. Ability to complete a Utilities Management course with certificate within one year of date of hire.
6. Ability to complete a Calculations course with certificate within one year of date of hire.

Various motorized vehicles and equipment including dump truck, pickup truck (w/trailer), utility truck, forklift, and mowers. Medium to heavy equipment including backhoes, front-end loaders and ditcher.

Various power tools, lawn maintenance equipment/tools, chain saws.

Various common hand tools, shovels, wrenches, safety equipment such as gas detectors, personal retrieval system, blower, chlorine residual test kits, air packs (SCBA), trench shoring and trench boxes, back support belts, two-way radio, telephone and any other tool or equipment inherent to the job.

Computer, fax machine, duplicating equipment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, blood borne pathogens and risk of electrical shock.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. 

This position is a safety sensitive position. 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is accomplished both in the office and in field. In field, walks over rough terrain and is exposed to unpleasant odors, hazardous chemicals, pests, high wind and dust levels. Required to perform manual labor as needed. In office, uses computer, copier, telephone, and calculator. Frequent high mental, visual and aural concentration required. Stands, walks, bends and reaches continually. Frequently drives vehicle. 

May be exposed to all types of weather conditions including adverse weather conditions when working in the field. 

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.