Apprentice Water/Wastewater Operator

Under direct supervision, the Apprentice Operator performs skilled work in the day-to-day operations of water wells, lift stations, and wastewater plant operations.

The hours are primarily Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., but due to rotating on-call assignments, they will also include after-hours emergency calls and some weekend duty hours.

Other duties include, but are not limited to:

• Utility repairs, manhole repairs, meter leaks, tap line leaks, calibrate meters, maintain and repair district wastewater and water facilities.
• Assist with plant/facility operations as directed/needed, main lines, manholes, meters, sanitary sewers, and valve leaks.
• Respond to and resolve customer service complaints related to District facilities.
• Review service orders for accuracy, details, materials, and comments.
• Ensure repairs and maintenance to District facilities and service lines are completed in a timely and cost-effective manner while meeting regulatory requirements.

Must successfully pass background and drug screening and have a clear driving record.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Stable Work History

Licenses Required:

• Valid Texas driver’s license
• TCEQ Water/Wastewater license-Preferred

Benefits offered:

• Paid time off
• Full paid health, dental, vision, group term life, short and long-term disability insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Education assistance or tuition reimbursement

Pay Frequency:

• Bi-weekly or Twice monthly

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.80 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• TCEQ Water or Wastewater License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21