Line Cleaning Televising Operator

City of Seguin; Seguin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Seguin seeks a Line Cleaning & Televising Operator to operate highly specialized sewer cleaning and pipe assessment equipment. The role involves recording findings in a CMMS, following safety guidelines, and coordinating with teams to minimize service disruption.

The position requires operating a range of equipment, including rostered shifts (nights, weekends, holidays) and maintaining proper licenses and qualifications as outlined.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 5 years wastewater operations experience.
• Bachelor's degree in science with 2.5 years wastewater collection ops experience.
• Acceptable substitutions with college hours or training per policy.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized sewer cleaning and televising equipment.
• Record findings in CMMS software.
• Set up work zones for traffic control and ensure safety.
• Coordinate with emergency personnel to minimize service disruption.
• Interpret plans, as-built drawings, schematics and maps.
• Evaluate sewer conditions and initiate repairs or rehabilitation as needed.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Safety awareness

Physical ability

Emergency response

Plan interpretation

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with 5 years wastewater ops experience

Bachelor's in chemistry, biology, engineering, microbiology or related field with 2.5 years wastewater ops experience

Tools

NASSCO PACP/MACP/LACP

Wastewater Class III License (TCEQ)

Texas Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement

CPR Certification

Job description

• Position Type:
  Water Utilities/ Line Cleaning/Televising Operator


• Date Posted:
  10/14/2026


• Location:
  City of Seguin

Job Description: Line Cleaning & Televising Operator

The Line Cleaning & Televising Operator (LC/TV Operator) performs skilled work operating highly specialized sewer cleaning and pipe assessment equipment. Assesses collection system conditions and initiates pipeline repair, replacement, or rehabilitation to prevent sanitary sewer overflows and maintain required capacity. Accurately records all findings in computerized maintenance management system software and follows all safety guidelines for vehicle and equipment operation.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

• Functions as the sewer line cleaning and televising authority regarding pipe condition and assessment.


• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing.


• Evaluates and coordinates utility locations for emergency maintenance and construction personnel to minimize disruption in utility service to customers.


• Investigates wastewater service requests by responding and organizing activity during normal and crisis situations to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of work personnel.


• Interprets street guides, as-built drawings, schematics, block maps and construction plans.


• Accurately evaluates the condition of the sanitary sewer collection system and initiates repairs, replacement, or rehabilitation as necessary and records data in a computerized maintenance system software.


• Responsible for the setup of the work zone for traffic control and ensures a safe working environment for all employees within the work zone.


• Required to work hours other than regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call and rotating shifts.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed primarily outdoors with frequent exposure to inclement weather, wastewater, offensive fumes, excessive noise, heavy traffic, deep excavations, animals (including snakes and insects), and mechanical, electrical, chemical, and confined space hazards. Requires daily City vehicle operation under the City of Seguin Driving Policy, as amended. May require compliance with applicable personal protective equipment regulations, including clearance for respiratory protection and associated equipment.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of and ability to:

Operate and maintain highly specialized equipment to clean and assess the sanitary sewer collection system, including combination pressure cleaner/vacuum (combo) trucks, mechanical rodding and televising equipment. Operates other medium to heavy equipment, including bypass pumping equipment, as needed.

Applies accepted collection system maintenance safety standards for confined spaces, high pressure, electrical hazards, and other risks.

Makes critical decisions about collection system conditions to prevent overflows and maintain required capacity.

Demonstrated ability to: lift and maneuver equipment and materials weighing up to 92 lbs.; frequently walk, climb, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, and work overhead in confined spaces, and in an environment with excessive noise levels.

Ability to: understand and follow detailed oral and written instructions; work under limited supervision; understand complex technical information; operate, maintain, and repair specialized equipment; and maintain appropriate occupational licenses, Texas driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, and ability to lawfully respond to an emergency from residence within 30 minutes.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

High school graduation, or its equivalent with five (5) years of experience; or a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, engineering, microbiology, bacteriology or other similar discipline with two and a half (2.5) years of experience in wastewater collection system operations;

Acceptable Work Experience Substitution

Applicants with a High School diploma or equivalent may substitute up to two (2) years of experience with college hours or additional TCEQ approved wastewater operator training.

• 32 semester hours of college or 40 additional hours of approved training for one year of work experience.


• 16 semester hours of college or 20 additional hours of approved training for six months of work experience.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

Must possess a Wastewater Collection Class III license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality

National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO) Pipeline Assessment and Certification Program (PACP) certificate, Manhole Assessment and Certification Program (MACP), and Lateral Assessment and Certification Program (LACP)

Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker endorsement

Must be able to obtain and maintain Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Certification.

-Starting Salary: $25.89/hour

- Position Will Remain Open Until Filled

- The City of Seguin is an \"Equal Opportunity Employer\" (AA/EOE)

* For the purpose of compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description does not take into account potential reasonable accommodations.