Utilities Operator I

CITY OF CIBOLO; Cibolo (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement package

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Life insurance

Job summary

The City of Cibolo is seeking a Utilities Operator I to assist in maintaining the water distribution system to provide safe drinking water for its residents. Under general supervision, you will perform a variety of tasks in water distribution and wastewater collection, supporting professional conduct and teamwork.

Responsibilities include repairing and maintaining the system, reading meters, chlorine testing, processing daily work orders, and operating equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas Class C driver’s license required.
• At least 6 months of professional water or wastewater experience.
• Must obtain Class D Water license within 6 months of hire.
• Must obtain Traffic Flagger and Work Zone Safety certification within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining the water distribution system to provide safe drinking water.
• Perform repairs, maintenance, and logging for the water/wastewater systems.
• Read water meters and conduct chlorine residual testing.
• Complete daily work orders and operate department equipment.
• Work rotating on-call duties including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Water distribution

Wastewater systems

On-call

Emergency response

Radio communications

Team leadership

Time management

Equipment operation

Problem solving

Independent work

English reading

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Texas Class C license

TCEQ Class D Water license (6 months)

Traffic Flagger certification

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

This position closes on November 2nd, 2026.

Under general supervision the Utilities Operator 1 will assist in the maintaining of the water distribution system in a manner that provides safe drinking water for the citizen of Cibolo. An individual in this position will perform a variety of tasks in the water distribution and the wastewater collection system.The Utilities Operator I is expected to demonstrate our core values of professional development, accountability, respect, teamwork, and integrity while performing essential operational and service duties.

Essential Functions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

1. 1. Works under the direction of a Utilities Crew Leader or the Utilities Foreman.
2. 2. Performs repairs and maintenance of the water distribution system.
3. 3. Signs logs for TCEQ documentation.
4. 4. Repairs, cleans, and records video of the wastewater collection system.
5. 5. Services, replaces, and reads water meters.
6. 6. Performs daily master meter readings.
7. 7. Performs Chlorine residual testing.
8. 8. Performs daily work orders as assigned.
9. 9. Performs maintenance and daily checks on equipment.
10. 10. Performs rotating on call duties, including weekends and holidays.
11. 12. Supports the relationship between the City of Cibolo and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behaviour when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff.
12. 13. Backs up the Customer Service Representative.
13. 14. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of water distribution and storage system operations.
• Knowledge of wastewater collection system operations.
• Ability to be on call, as required.
• Ability to respond to after-hours system emergencies and weather-related emergencies.
• Ability to request utility locates following state rules/regulations.
• Ability to talk clearly, concisely, and professionally using the radio system.
• Ability to direct crew in completing jobs assigned in an efficient and safe manner.
• Ability to work with others, supervise, and lead by example.
• Ability to come to work on time and be prepared to work.
• Ability to utilize time wisely to accomplish daily tasks.
• Ability to fill in for the Foreman in their absence.
• Ability to be proficient on all equipment used by the Department.
• Ability to be able to troubleshoot and make decisions to correct problems
• Ability to understand water/wastewater system operation parameters.
• Ability to talk clearly, concisely, and professionally using the radio system.
• Ability to operate independently.
• Ability to clearly and concisely communicate using the city radio network and a cell phone.
• Ability to read and understand English.
• Skilled in heavy equipment operation.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
• Must have a valid Texas Class C driver’s license.
• At least six (6) months of professional experience in water or wastewater.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Class “D” Water license from TCEQ within six (6) months of hiring and/or class availability.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Traffic Flagger and Work Zone Safety certification within one (1) year of hiring and/or class availability.

Compensation

Hourly range for this position is $18.51/hr. - $27.76/hr. (DOE)

plus outstanding fringe benefits package which includes 100% fully paid employee health, vision, dental, and life insurance, generous retirement package, 12 paid holidays plus 1 floating holidays that are awarded at the beginning of each fiscal year, 2 weeks of vacation, and so much more!