Water/Wastewater Operator II - City of Fair Oaks Ranch, TX : Job Details

Salary : $45,406.40 - $47,715.20 AnnuallyLocation : Fair Oaks Ranch, TXJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 00038Department: Public WorksDivision: UtilitiesOpening Date: 03/15/2024Overview GENERAL PURPOSEPerforms a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance work, operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of City watersupply, treatment or distribution facilities and systems; and performs a variety of semi-skilled technical and maintenance work in the operation, maintenance and repair of wastewater treatment and collection facilities and systems.SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISEDWorks under the general supervision of the Water/Wastewater Supervisor. No supervision exercised.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESInspects and/or repairs chlorination supply and other water treatment equipment, pumping stations, reservoir, wells, meters, and other elements of the water supply and distribution systems at frequent intervals to insure that all aspects of the systems are functioning properly. Assists in maintaining water quality by taking water samples and maintaining proper operation of water treatment equipment. Collects samples and identifies concentrations of chemical, physical or biological characteristics of wastewater required in accordance with local, state and Federal requirements; gathers and tests wastewater samples for plant efficiency reports as required. Determines the locations of water lines from the appropriate sources prior to excavation. Responds to complaints regarding water leaks, pressure loss or no water; evaluates situation; explains findings to supervisor; contacts residents and business owners in area where services will be discontinued and explains when services will be shut off and how soon it will be turned back on. Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor; cleans equipment. Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety, security, and industry standards. Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, pavement cutting, ditch digging, line cleaning, main and pipe repair, laying and backfilling. Performs ground maintenance. Makes water service connections to water mains, including line tapping and valve installing. Cuts, fits, lays, repairs, taps, cleans and flushes water mains, pipe, gates and fittings on repair of mains and services and installation of services, fire hydrants and drinking fountains; assists in shutting off broken sections of water mains. Services water supply and other pumps; flushes hydrants and cleans reservoirs. Performs water and wastewater line locates as required. Monitors the performance of all equipment, gauges and charts in the wastewater treatment plant and pump stations; records statistical data concerning plant operations; maintains, operates, repairs and replaces equipment as necessary; charts lab test results for trend analysis and maintains accurate records of analyses and test results; evaluates data and writes reports as required; and clean basins and sludge drying beds. Operates, maintains and repairs malfunctions at the wastewater treatment plant; repairs gauges, pumps, filters and other controls and equipment. Performs quality control tests on lab equipment and lab analyses; evaluates procedures and results for accuracy and determines appropriate methods. Calibrates, modifies or repairs instrumentation and control equipment including recorders, flow meter and other water quality monitoring equipment. Operates and maintains wastewater pump stations; cleans wet wells and operates pumps and valves to control and adjust flow and treatment process. Assists with the wastewater treatment operation. Traverses assigned routes and takes readings of meter dials; records reading on meter cards to provide needed information for utility billing or other related action; notes any unusual changes in consumption, location or malfunctions such as leaks or damaged meters. Be on rotational on call status for emergency situations.PERIPHERAL DUTIESDrives trucks of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling and unloading of various equipment, gravel and sand. Operates light and medium-sized construction and power equipment, such as mechanized broom, or backhoe/loader. Monitors performance of electrical systems, circuits or equipment of the treatment plants. Assists with inventory control of parts and supplies.MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEGraduation from high school or GED equivalent and two (2) years of experience relating to construction, maintenance, or repair. Any equivalent combination of education and experiencesufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.KNOWLEDGE ABILITIES & SKILLSKnowledge of:

• Equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in maintenance, construction and repair activities.

Ability to:

• Perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time.
• Work safely and perform basic math.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public.
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

Skills:

• Operation of listed tools and equipment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSValid Texas Class C Driver?s License and a valid Texas Class B Commercial Driver?s License. Must have both TCEQ Class C Ground Water and Wastewater Treatment Operator licenses. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) training.EQUIPMENTMotorized vehicles and equipment, including dump truck, pickup truck, utility truck, street roller, lift truck, skid steer, sweepers, tamper, plate compactor, saws, pumps, compressors, sanders, grinders, shredders, generators, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, detection devices, mobile radio, phone, ditch witch, and computers.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 250 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. All employees are required in the scope and course of their employment to provide services for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations that threaten the safety of citizens. Employees must be able to work immediately before, during and/or immediately after an emergency.SPECIAL NOTES FOR APPLICANTSFormal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.The City of Fair Oaks Ranch provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.Please note that job application deadlines will vary by position. The ability to enter and submit an application will not guarantee that the position is still open and that your application will be reviewed and considered. If you have questions regarding a specific job application deadline, please email [email protected] (for internal candidates ? contact the hiring manager).This position description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.Thisdocument does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an ?at-will relationship?.City of Fair Oaks RanchEmployee Benefits Fair Oaks Ranch offers a complete benefits package to all full-time employees including but not limited to: medical, dental, and vision health care; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability insurance; paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave, 457 plans, etc. To learn more details visit our