What are the responsibilities and job description for the UTILITY OPERATOR I - WASTE WATER position at City of Brownwood, TX?
Description
This position will perform various manual tasks and follow directions given by the immediate supervisor, during the construction, repair and maintenance of the City’s water, wastewater and storm drain infrastructure. This position will require heavy manual labor. The nature of this position requires this person to be subject to call 24 hours per day as assigned, including weekends and holidays. Must be willing to adopt and exhibit the City of Brownwood “I SERVE” Core Values.
Examples of Duties
1) Installation, maintenance and repairs of the water, wastewater and storm drain infrastructure; 2) Operate safely all types of equipment; 3) Ensures that preventative maintenance and repairs are performed on all equipment; 4) Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Typical Qualifications
High School diploma or GED certificate.
Valid Texas Driver license; must obtain Class D Water license within one year.
Must be able to safely use a variety of hand tools and mechanical equipment. Must have the ability to read and write, as well as understand and follow written and oral instructions. Must have the ability to learn and retain knowledge.
Supplemental Information
Ability to transport self from site to site. Ability to drive various types of equipment and vehicles to and from various work-sites. Employee will work in extreme temperatures, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, twisting, climbing, and lifting in order to maintain or repair the City’s infrastructure. Employee will work with chemicals, mechanical, electrical and traffic hazards. Employee will work in confined spaces, trenches, and in streets where extreme hazards exist while performing duties. Employee is frequently required to perform heavy lifting and carrying of materials weighing up to 100 pounds. Employee will be exposed to dirt, dust, noises, fumes, odors, water, wastewater and mud. Employee must be able to walk on slippery, loose, uneven and sloped surfaces.
**Please complete the supplemental application forms found at the following link:
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Internal Applicants:
If you are a current employee applying for this postion as a transfer or promotion, please attach the following documents to your NeoGov application before submitting:
- Your completed Transfer/Promotion Application Form
- a cover letter addressed to the hiring manager