Inflow & Infiltration Technician I, II, III, IV

City Of Mckinney; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of McKinney seeks a Streets Maintenance Technician I or higher to perform technical tasks identifying leaks in water distribution and inflow/infiltration issues in the wastewater system. The role requires operating camera equipment, GIS mapping, and adherence to safety procedures.

Candidates may be hired at Technician I–IV levels based on experience; annual salaries range from mid-40k to mid-70k, with hourly equivalents. This is a city service role with strong community impact.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent plus experience in water/wastewater maintenance.
• Ability to perform basic math and read maps and diagrams.
• Must pass drug screen and background check.
• Must have valid Texas driver’s license (if job posting requires).
• Willingness to work in varied weather and physical conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic supervised inflow & infiltration inspections of sewer mains, services, and manholes.
• Use GIS mapping to identify valves, hydrants, and mains; set up safety cones and traffic control.
• Prepare tools, materials, and equipment for assignments.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on equipment and inspect flow meters.
• Track inflow and infiltration and ensure safety procedures are followed.

Skills

GIS mapping

iPad data entry

camera operation

team collaboration

safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

GIS software

Cityworks / work orders

camera equipment

Job description

The job description below is for Streets Maintenance Technician I, however, based on experience and qualifications, candidates can be hired at the following:

If Hired as Inflow & Infiltration Technician I

#5011 (W1)

$42,859.37- $62,147.53/Annually $20.61 - 29.88/Hourly

If Hired as Inflow & Infiltration Technician II

#5012 (W2)

$45,430.93- $65,876.39/Annually $21.84 - 31.67/Hourly

If Hired as Inflow & Infiltration Technician III

#5013 (W3)

$48,156.78 - $69,828.97/Annually $23.15 - 35.57/Hourly

If Hired as Inflow & Infiltration Technician IV

#5014 (W4)

$51,046.19 - $74,018.71/Annually $24.54 - 35.59/Hourly

WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY

Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family. That’s why we exist. Join us and start making a difference today.

OUR CORE VALUES

City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values – Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under general supervision, performs technical tasks in the operation and identification of leaks of the water distribution and inflow and infiltration of the wastewater collection system. Employees in this classification perform technical, manual work. This position is responsible for the identification of inflow and infiltration and operates and maintains moderate to complex camera equipment and software.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

• Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
• Contribute to a positive work culture.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to assess his/her work performance or the work performance of the team.
• Contribute to the development of others and/or the working unit or overall organization.
• Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.
• Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts basic supervised Inflow & Infiltration inspections of sewer mains, sewer services, cleanouts, and manholes.
• Utilizes GIS mapping software to identify valves, hydrants, manholes, water mains, sewer mains, and water meters. Assists in preparing work areas and securing job sites by setting up cones, barricades, and other traffic control devices.
• Assists in preparing tools, materials, and equipment necessary for various job assignments.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and tools by cleaning and servicing regularly.
• Checks flow meters for issues.
• Identifies basic common Wastewater parts.
• Helps track inflow and infiltration.
• Conducts safety inspections and completes check-off sheets and equipment.
• Inspects and secures job sites and enforces safety procedures

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS

• Ability to embrace and embody the City’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided.
• Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.
• Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.
• Ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data and/or information. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.
• Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations.
• Ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
• Ability to utilize a wide variety of descriptive data and information, such as water and sewer maps, equipment operator manuals, and line locates.
• Ability to find, locate and follow McKinney Public Works Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently with an iPad while entering work orders within Cityworks.
• Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentages; ability to interpret graphs.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form. Involves semi-routine standardized work with some latitude for independent judgment concerning choices of action.
• Ability to exercise the judgment required in situations characterized by repetitive or short cycle operations covered by set procedures or sequences.
• Ability to perform coordinated movements involving operating a drone, CCTV camera , and various hand tools.
• Ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates, and customers with respect.
• Ability to understand and explain the City’s responsibilities and services to customers
• Build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.
• Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work in rotation with Wastewater maintenance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute.

High school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by previous experience and/or training involving water maintenance and repair type work, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must pass a drug screen and background check.
• Must have Class C Texas Driver’s License.
• Must obtain the National Incident Merit System (NIMS) certificate IS-100 and IS-700 within 6 months of employment.
• Must complete in-house safety training and a Basic Wastewater course.

PHYSICAL

DEMANDS

Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds). May occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 150 pounds). Some tasks require visual and odor perception and discrimination.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

There is limited exposure to environmental conditions. Task may require exposure to strong odors and/or smoke, traffic hazards, extreme heat/cold or extreme weather conditions.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.