Salary : $17.30 Hourly
Location : Water Treatment Plant, TX
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 44
Division : Utilities Division
Department : Water Utility
Opening Date : 07 / 09 / 2024
Job Summary
Under general supervision, performs all activities associated with operating and maintaining chemical treatment processes, mechanical functions, and labor operations of a surface water treatment facility, multiple ground water production facilities, and water storage facilities.
Essential Job Functions
- Monitors and operates water treatment plant equipment such as pumps, valves, motors, filters, gauges, and meters to ensure proper functioning of the water plant and well sites.
- Monitors, and operates water distribution system equipment such as pumps, valves, motors, gauges, and meters, to ensure the proper functioning of the water distribution system.
- Monitors chemical feed systems, chlorine, ammonia, Ph, turbidity as well as other plant process parameters.
- Monitors water storage tank levels and distribution pressures and make adjustments needed to meet consumer demand for water.
- Collects water samples and interprets lab results to make process adjustments.
- Maintains daily records and monthly reports on water operations.
- Maintains a clean and safe work area in and around all the plant processes and buildings.
- Completes preventative and corrective maintenance work orders on pumps, motors, gearboxes and other equipment in a timely manner.
- Informs supervisor of all problems, deviations, and unfamiliar situations.
- Adheres to the personnel, safety, and department policies and procedures.
- Assist other coworkers as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following :
- Good knowledge of the operation, equipment, and materials used in water plants and pump stations and water distribution systems.
- Must have basic knowledge of computers, SCADA systems, water treatment chemicals and testing procedures relating to drinking water production, math and mechanical skills.
Education and Experience
Education and Experience :
- Must have a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
- Two or more years of experience in water treatment operation is required.
- At a minimum, must possess a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Class C surface water Operator license and a Class C groundwater license.
Special Qualifications :
Must have a valid Texas driver's license and driving record must be in compliance with city policy.
Must submit to and pass a post-offer, non-regulated drug test and thorough background checks (including criminal history).
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
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