Water Wastewater Operator

Under general supervision, participate in crew activities of skilled or unskilled workers engaged in light construction. Performs technical work monitoring the water distribution system by means of the SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisitions) system; maintains storage reservoir levels, proper flow, and pressure in the system. Maintain lift stations and small wastewater treatment plants.

SUPERVISION

General supervision provided by the Water/Wastewater Compliance Manager.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following is a summary of essential functions and duties required for the position of Water/Wastewater Operator. Reasonable accommodation may be made to assist a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of this position in accordance with the district’s accommodations policy set forth in the Employee Handbook, Section 103. The district reserves the right to modify the essential functions and duties for this position in accordance with its business needs.

• Participate in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water/wastewater service lines.
• Receive daily work orders and discuss assignments with supervisor.
• Ensure proper materials and equipment are available for lift and booster stations.
• Respond to emergency calls regarding SCADA water line breaks, leaks, or blockages.
• Locate and repair leaks or blockages and flush out lines.
• Replace check valves, valves, air relief valves, chlorine, monitors, as necessary.
• Switch gas chlorine tanks, as necessary.
• Clean out and provide maintenance on pumps to include using a motorizing winch to remove pumps on wet wells.
• Replace chlorine booster pumps.
• Maintain and monitor odor control systems.
• Ensure all equipment is operated and maintained safely. Prepare activity and maintenance logs, keep records, and prepare reports.
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, officials, and the public.
• Subject to on-call, which may include SCADA, standby, rotating duty schedule, weekends, and 24-hour emergency call out with little or no notice.

· Accomplish and maintain safe work practices according to District’s rules and policies.

· Perform any other duties as assigned by the Water/Wastewater Compliance Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following describes the knowledge and qualifications required to perform the essential functions and duties of the position of Water/Wastewater Operator.

Education and Experience Guidelines – Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience in water line construction or maintenance and repair.

License or Certificate:

· Texas Class “C” Driver’s License and must have an acceptable driving record.

· Class “D” Water Operator or Wastewater Collection I license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality within six (6) months of appointment to position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Application of general knowledge of water distribution systems, and the methods, practices, tools, and equipment used in the construction, maintenance, and repairs of the systems.
• Application of general knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations relating to water and wastewater systems.
• Application of general knowledge of the use of job-related tools, materials, and equipment.
• Application of general knowledge of safe working practices and procedures.
• Ability to adapt to field environment.
• Ability to plan, develop and implement maintenance programs.
• Ability to operate, control and monitor water supply pumping and treatment equipment to ensure potable water pressure.
• Ability to determine Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) set points.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills to train staff in health, safety, and work practices, prepare materials list, activity reports and records for management and regulatory agencies.
• Must be able to maintain a clean driving record, i.e., must remain insurable under the district’s liability insurance policy.

· Bilingual preferred (English and Spanish).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: The Water/Wastewater Operator is frequently exposed to moving machinery and equipment, hazardous chemicals, uneven terrain, extreme weather conditions, animals, reptiles, fumes, and materials common to collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste, recycling, and hazardous materials. Frequently works in confined spaces. Occasional exposure to hostile customers or citizens.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office andfield environment; to stand, stoop, reach, bend, kneel, squat, climb, and walk on uneven terrain, loose soil, and sloped surfaces; to lift and/or carry up to fifty pounds. Use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate equipment, and reach with hands and arms. Frequently climbing in and out of trucks; sitting for an extended period.

Vision: Must be able tosee in the normal visual range, with or without corrective devices. Must be able to read.

Hearing: Must be abletohear in the normal audio range, with or without corrective devices.

Travel: Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out of area and overnight travel may be required.

PPE: Safety equipment includes hard hat, traffic vest, ear plugs, eye protection, safety gloves, safety shoes, water boots, Tyvek suits, full-face/dust mask, and SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.27 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• waterline construction or maintenance and repair: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Texas Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16