Utility Technician (Wastewater Operations)

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is accepting applications for a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position in the Water/Wastewater Operations Maintenance division. The role involves maintaining and operating water and wastewater utilities at multiple sites, with field sampling and reporting responsibilities.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of general maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Six months of general maintenance/work experience.
• Valid Texas Driver License and compliance with City of Houston driving policy (AP 2-2).
• Preference for experience in plant and/or lift station maintenance or the collection system.
• Veterans preference per Executive Order 1-6.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and operates the water and wastewater utility at various locations.
• Operates valves and hydrants, samples instruments, and performs field analysis of water samples.
• Collects, preserves, ships, and transports samples to the laboratory for analysis.
• Prepares and maintains reports, forms, and records for operations, service calls, maintenance and repairs using a data tracking system.
• Renews utility services to designated areas and may perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM

ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

SERVICE LINE/SECTION

Houston Water/Wastewater Operations Maintenance

LOCATION

7440 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX 77051, USA

WORKDAYS & HOURS

Monday - Friday/7:30am - 4:00pm Subject to change*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides for effective maintenance and operation of the water and wastewater utility at various locations. Utilizes troubleshooting skills to address utility operations and maintenance. May operate equipment or perform tasks that do not require specialized licenses. Operates and maintains sampling instruments and perform field analysis of water samples. Collects, preserves, sends, and transports samples to laboratory for analysis. Operates valves and flushes hydrants to address water quality issues. Prepares and maintains reports, forms, and records for operations, assignments, service calls, maintenance and repairs of equipment and tools, and/or sampling activity utilizing a data tracking system. Operates centrifuge or dryer in sludge process. Performs maintenance tasks related to the operation of wastewater treatment facilities. Isolates water lines by operation valves and reviewing GIS to determine valve locations. Renews utility services to designated areas. May perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting heavy objects up to eighty (80) pounds on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward position for long periods of time. There are frequent exposures to extreme levels of temperature, air pollution, noise pollution, chemical gases and substances.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management Position at the TierI Level.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a high school diploma, GED, or the ability to read, write, add, subtract, and follow oral and/or basic written instructions at a level necessary for successful job performance supplemented by specialized courses or training in the operation of the equipment/instruments.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Six (6) months of general maintenance/work experience are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Valid Texas Driver License and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving (AP 2-2)

Preference will be given to applicants who have experience in plant and/or lift station maintenance or the collection system.

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

SELECTION/ SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:

None. However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION:

YES. If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 13

EOE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.