Raw Water Pumping Operator

City of Irving; Princeton (TX); On-site; USD 33,393 - 47,086; Full time

Job summary

A municipal organization is seeking a candidate to operate raw water pump stations and manage electrical systems as part of their water system operations. Responsibilities include inspecting and maintaining pumps and pipelines, preparing reports, and ensuring emergency response readiness. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid TCEQ Class C Water Distribution license, and proficiency in MS Word and Excel. This role may involve flexible shift work in Princeton, Texas, with compensation between $24.24 and $34.18 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must possess a TCEQ Class C Water Distribution license.
• Valid Class C Texas driver’s license required.
• Two years experience in water system operation and/or construction.

Responsibilities

• Operate raw water pump stations and electrical systems.
• Inspect, maintain and repair pumps, motors, and pipelines.
• Maintain grounds and prepare reports.

Skills

Water system operation

Electrical systems

Proficiency in MS Word

Proficiency in Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE

Duties include operating raw water pump stations, electrical systems and the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system. 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 is required. Two years experience in water system operation and / or construction, including pump stations, pipelines and related systems; and proficiency with MS Word and Excel also required. Must currently possess a TCEQ Class C Water Distribution license and have a valid Class C Texas driver’s license. Day, evening or night shift may be required; hours may vary.

Responsibilities

• Operate raw water pump stations, electrical systems and the SCADA system.
• Inspect, maintain and repair pumps, motors, tanks, vaults, pipelines, valves, control valves and phone lines.
• Maintain grounds, easements and vehicles; prepare reports; and keep related files.
• Be available for callback in emergency situations and adhere to a 90-minute emergency response time.
• Shift work may be required; day, evening or night shifts; hours may vary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience in water system operation and/or construction, including pump stations, pipelines and related systems.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel.
• Must possess a TCEQ Class C Water Distribution license and a valid Class C Texas driver’s license.

Compensation

PAY GRADE GG16 / FULL PAY RANGE $24.24 - $34.18 PER HOUR

Application Information

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Community and Equal Opportunity

The City of Irving strives to be inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding. Irving is diverse, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees’ diversity makes them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.