Utility Technician (Wastewater Operations)

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Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 66,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement pension

Paid leave

Holidays and time off

Job summary

City of Houston is seeking a Maintenance Worker for the Houston Water/Wastewater Operations Maintenance team. The role supports effective maintenance and operation of utilities across various locations, performing field sampling, reports, and valve work.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of general maintenance experience. Physical exertion and drug testing are part of the job, with benefits including health coverage and pension plans.

Qualifications

Six months of general maintenance/work experience are required.
Requires 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.
Preference will be given to applicants with plant and/or lift station maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

Maintains and operates the water/wastewater facilities at multiple locations.
Operates sampling instruments and analyzes water samples.
Prepares reports and records of operations, service calls, maintenance and repairs using a data tracking system.
Operates valves and flushes hydrants to address water quality issues and reviews GIS to determine valve locations.
May renew utility services to designated areas and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

GIS

Data tracking system

Valve operation

Job description

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

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 Tier I Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

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)

PREFERENCES

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.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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.

PAY GRADE

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.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.