What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Quality Technician position at City of Allen, TX and Careers?
FULL HIRING RANGE: $21.73 - $31.52 HOURLY
Are you ready to embark on a journey that will boost your career and allow you to make a real difference? At the City of Allen, we believe in the power of our people! We do "Work that MATTERS!"
Here’s why joining our team is the perfect choice for your career journey:
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of vacation and sick leave each year to relax and rejuvenate. Plus, we celebrate with holidays and provide you with a personal day when needed!
- Four-Day Work Week: Experience the perfect work-life balance with our four-day work week. You'll have more time for yourself, your family, and your passions.
- On-Call Pay: Your dedication doesn’t go unnoticed! We offer on-call pay to ensure you’re rewarded for your availability outside regular hours.
- Cell Phone Allowance: Stay connected effortlessly with our cell phone allowance, making it easier for you to manage communications.
- License Stipends: We recognize your hard work! Receive pay for specific licenses you hold, rewarding your expertise and qualifications.
- Affordable Medical Insurance: We provide affordable medical insurance options for you and your family, ensuring you have the care you need to stay healthy.
- Retirement Savings: Prepare for your future with our retirement savings plan, where the City contributes 2 to 1! It’s a fantastic way to build your nest egg while growing your career.
The City:
With over 100,000 residents, the City of Allen is a dynamic and welcoming community. The City of Allen's strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions, and quality of life make it the ideal place to work, live, and play. The City of Allen has something to offer for everyone.
The City's Mission is "To achieve excellence in managing the development of the community and providing city services so that conditions of living and public confidence are continually enhanced."
- People First – Giving priority to others
- Respect – Treating others with courtesy and dignity
- Integrity – Serving with honesty, trust and hard work
- Deliver – Following through on commitments while exceeding expectations
- Excel – Creating an innovative and improving work environment
The Position:
Under general supervision, ensure the safe and continuing service of the City’s water supply. This is accomplished by accounting for the quality and cleanliness of the City’s water. Other duties include inspecting and maintaining water facilities and cross-connections, maintaining water quality, providing customer service, and interfacing with other City employees and citizens. This position may provide direction to other employees.
Essential Functions
- Monitors the quality of water in the distribution system by conducting water sampling, inspecting water storage tanks and pump stations, repairing defective equipment, flushing water mains, and inspecting commercial accounts for problems and/or illegal hookups.
- Complies with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) program by investigating, diagnosing, and tracking concerns relating to water quality, operating and calibrating field equipment, preparing state-mandated reporting, and maintaining water quality logs.
- Provides customer service support by monitoring annual backflow inspections for residential and commercial accounts, resolving complaints and problems related to water and water pressure problems.
- May assist in the installation and repair of water and sewer utilities by operating heavy equipment and assisting other water and sewer crews.
Job Requirements
Education and Experience:
Six (6) months of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency and one (1) year of relevant work experience. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Special Requirements:
- Must possess a valid Texas Class A Commercial driver’s license.
- A Valid Class D TCEQ Water License or a Valid Class C TCEQ Water License.
Supervision Exercised:
General Supervision: Work is normally reviewed upon completion, with occasional spot checks while in process, to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and conformance to established standards; autonomy is granted at the service or program level; work is subject to general and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Supplemental Information
- City, State, and Federal regulations, especially those pertaining to water quality and environmental standards, including Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) requirements.
- Principles and procedures related to water quality testing, sampling, and analysis.
- Operation, inspection, and maintenance of water systems, including distribution systems, water storage tanks, and pump stations.
- Backflow prevention, cross-connection inspection, and related safety protocols.
Skill in:
- Conducting water sampling, testing, and inspection procedures effectively and accurately.
- Identifying and resolving water quality issues, including diagnosing equipment malfunctions and quality inconsistencies.
- Operating, maintaining, and calibrating field equipment for water quality assessment.
- Establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with other City employees, citizens, and external vendors.
- Providing customer service by resolving water quality, water pressure, and backflow-related issues efficiently.
- Prioritizing and managing multiple tasks and demands, particularly in a high-stakes or time-sensitive environment.
- Reading, understanding, and applying City, State, and Federal regulations as they relate to water quality standards.
- Communicating effectively both orally and in writing, especially in technical and customer service contexts.
Physical Demands / Work Environment:
- Ability to work outdoors, including in extreme temperatures, humidity, and varying weather conditions.
- Ability to handle mechanical, chemical, and potential environmental hazards related to water systems.
- Physical stamina to stand, walk, and perform hands-on maintenance for extended periods.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, reach, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, twist, climb, and balance frequently.
- Proficiency in operating heavy equipment, hand tools, and power tools required for water system maintenance.
- Ability to operate a city or personal vehicle for business purposes, including traveling to various inspection and maintenance sites.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needed.
Jump into a full-time role (40 hours/week) with the City of Allen and enjoy a benefits-package designed to support you both at work and in life! You’ll get comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, basic and optional life insurance, long-term disability, accrued vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, TMRS retirement with a 2-to-1 city match, a 457 deferred compensation plan, and longevity bonuses. Plus, take part in wellness challenges, book clubs, LinkedIn Learning, foodie groups, education assistance, CPR & Stop the Bleed training, leadership essentials, safety training, City Suite Event Center tickets, city conferences, health fairs, walking clubs, safety golf tournaments, possible hybrid or flexible schedules, and many more employee perks!
Join the City of Allen and be part of Work that MATTERS!—apply today and make a real impact in your community while growing, learning, and thriving!
Salary : $22 - $32