Regulatory Technician

City of Georgetown, TX; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Georgetown, Texas is seeking a Water Quality Technician to perform field sampling and basic analyses of drinking water and wastewater. You will operate and maintain sampling equipment, document data, and coordinate with laboratories to support regulatory reporting requirements.

Responsibilities include hydrant flushing, data entry, and ensuring compliance with TCEQ and EPA standards. The role requires a high school diploma and access to a valid Texas driver's license; prior field

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Six months of related water, wastewater, or environmental field experience preferred.
• Valid Texas driver’s license with ability to obtain Class D Water Operator license.

Responsibilities

• Collect potable water and wastewater samples using samplers or grab techniques.
• Perform field analyses including temperature, pH, chlorine, and dissolved oxygen.
• Calibrate, operate and maintain field testing instruments and sampling equipment.
• Document sampling activities and enter data for regulatory reporting.

Skills

Water sampling

Field testing

Lab results

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Collect potable water and wastewater samples using automatic samplers or grab sampling techniques in accordance with established standard operating procedures.
• Perform field water and wastewater quality analyses, including temperature readings, chlorine residuals, pH, dissolved oxygen, and other basic parameters.
• Calibrate, operate, and maintain field testing instruments and sampling equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Document all sampling activities and field data; enter, transfer, and organize data to support regulatory reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with contracted and in-house laboratories for sample scheduling, preparation, transport, and delivery.
• Review, interpret, and translate laboratory results and field data to assist with compliance evaluations for both drinking water and wastewater programs.
• Perform hydrant flushing on scheduled routes or as assigned to improve water quality and maintain the integrity of the distribution system.
• Assist with wastewater collection system monitoring, including inflow/infiltration sampling, lift station sampling, and compliance monitoring.
• Maintain records, logs, and data required for compliance with TCEQ, EPA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Support field investigations and troubleshooting related to water and wastewater quality issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Six (6) months of related water, wastewater, or environmental field experience preferred.

Licenses and Certification Requirements

• Valid Class "C" Texas driver’s license required.
• Out-of-state license holders must have a valid license and provide a three-year driving history.
• Must have, or be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire: Class D Water Operator License issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
• Wastewater Collection (may be required within a specified timeframe depending on department needs).

Knowledge of

• Water and wastewater sampling and collection techniques.
• Basic principles of drinking water and wastewater quality.
• Proper handling and use of chemicals used in sampling and field testing.
• Wastewater collection system components and basic operation (preferred).
• Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to collect accurate water and wastewater samples and perform field tests consistently.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand laboratory and field test results.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting equipment, entering field locations, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, bending, vision, hearing, talking, use of foot controls.
• Works outdoors in hot, cold, and/or wet weather, exposure to noise and vibration from machinery, toxic chemicals and gases, and work with contaminants in wastewater.

Employment Type

Full time

Hiring Range

$23.44 - $29.36, hourly.

The City of Georgetown, Texas is a municipality of 106,000 (census estimate for 2024) located 30 miles north of Austin along I-35. The City can be best characterized by its educated, engaged citizens, its award-winning parks and trails, and its ability to maintain a cohesive, smaller-town feel despite its amazing growth.

Our organization's culture is driven by its 5 core values of: Trust, Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism, and Work-Life Balance.

The City of Georgetown is an equal opportunity employer.

Offers of employment with the City of Georgetown is contingent upon: Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements.

Satisfactory results from a pre-employment drug screening, criminal history background and driving record check.

Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

The City of Georgetown confirms verification of employment using E-Verify.

For more information about the City of Georgetown, visit our website at https://www.georgetowntexas.gov