Raw Water Pumping Operator

Gulfshoresal; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfshoresal is seeking a reliable Water System Technician to operate, maintain, and oversee SCADA-equipped pumping stations. You will manage subordinate staff, inspect and repair pumps, tanks and pipelines, and prepare essential reports.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED with related training, 3 years in water system maintenance (1+ year pumping) or 2 years pumping with SCADA use, plus MS Word/Excel proficiency and a Texas Class C license. On-site posting, Texas.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Some college or vocational training in a related field.
• Three years of water system maintenance experience with at least one year of pumping experience, or two years pumping and SCADA experience.
• MS Word and Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Operate raw water pump stations and SCADA systems; oversee subordinate staff.
• Inspect, maintain and repair pumps, motors, tanks, vaults, pipelines, valves, control valves, and phone lines.
• Maintain grounds, easements and vehicles; prepare reports; file records.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Some college or vocational training in a related field

Tools

SCADA software

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Duties include operating raw water pump stations, electrical systems and the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system; and overseeing subordinate staff. Duties also include inspecting, maintaining and repairing pumps, motors, tanks, vaults, pipelines, valves, control valves and phone lines; maintaining grounds, easements and vehicles; preparing reports; and keeping related files. This position is assigned to the Lake Chapman raw water system at the booster station located 12 miles east of McKinney, just outside of Princeton, Texas. Must be available for callback in emergency situations and be able to adhere to a maximum 90-minute emergency response time. A high school diploma or GED, plus some college or vocational training in a related field; and three years of experience in water system maintenance with at least one year of pumping experience, or two year of experience in pumping and use of SCADA software required. Must be proficient with MS Word and Excel, currently possess a TCEQ Class C Water Distribution license and have a valid Class C Texas driver’s license.

PAY GRADE GG18 / FULL PAY RANGE $26.72 - $37.67 PER HOUR ($55,596 - $78,372 ANNUALLY)