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Wastewater Utility Worker

City of Katy
Katy, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 2/1/2026 CLOSED ON 2/10/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Utility Worker position at City of Katy?

SUMMARY: The City of Katy is accepting applications for a full-time Wastewater Utility Worker in our Public Works Department. Reporting to the Wastewater Superintendent, this position will perform manual work in the operation and maintenance of the City of Katy's wastewater treatment system.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Checks collection lift stations for alarms, high temperatures, overloads, over amplification, and cleanliness; completes daily checklists; checks chlorine residuals and operations.
  • Performs plant maintenance; scrubs clarifiers; mows and trims edges surrounding plant and lift station areas; washes and paints as needed.
  • Repairs lift stations; pulls pumps; replaces pumps and float balls.
  • Executes work orders to locate existing lines for construction permits or line locate orders.
  • This position is considered Critical Personnel during a natural or manmade disaster and/or a catastrophic event. This position may be required to provide services or perform duties for the benefit of the public and the continuity of City operations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of this position.
  • For purposes of business continuity, employees in this position are considered Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers, as defined by the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).
  • Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:

High school diploma or equivalent; AND some previous work experience preferred; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge Of

  • Department policies and procedures.
  • Methods, materials, and procedures used in the repair and maintenance of wastewater treatment.
  • City geography, limits, and streets.
  • TCEQ regulations.
  • Safety policies, procedures, regulations, and practices.

Skill In

  • Following written and oral instructions.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
  • Identifying and correcting potential safety hazards.

License And Certification Requirements

  • Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Class D license, preferred.
  • Valid State Driver's License required; Class B Commercial Driver's License may be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Majority of work is performed outdoors and throughout wastewater treatment areas. This position requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Employee may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

The City of Katy is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities and Amendments Act and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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