Wastewater Collection Maintenance Technician

Alvarado, City of (TX); Alvarado (TX); Presencial; USD 42 000 - 64 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Alvarado, City of (TX) is seeking a skilled utility worker to perform maintenance, repair, and cleaning of the sanitary sewer, storm collection, and water distribution systems. The role includes operating jet sewer cleaning equipment and high-pressure cleaners with independent work under supervision, maintaining equipment, and responding to on-call emergencies.

The candidate will also document activities, follow safety practices, and work with field crews to install and repair infrastructure,

Qualificações

• Knowledge of utility plans, equipment operation manuals, and procedures.
• Experience operating a flushing truck is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Operate, maintain, and repair flushing trucks and related equipment.
• Perform sewer cleaning and jetting work safely and efficiently.
• Assist with water distribution and wastewater collection system maintenance.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies on a rotating on-call basis.
• Ensure on-site attendance and proper documentation of field activities.

Conhecimentos

Utility plans knowledge

Equipment operation

Written and verbal communication

Formação académica

High School Diploma or GED

Ferramentas

Flushing trucks

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Summary

To perform a wide variety of skilled work in the construction, replacement, repair, installation, and cleaning of the City's sanitary sewer, storm collection system, water distribution, water production systems, and related facilities.

The duties listed below represent the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them if the work is related or a logical assignment to this class.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing high-pressure combination cleaners and quick response truck. Work is performed with considerable independence under general supervision and is reviewed for results produced.
• Performs procedures for the proper and safe repair, maintenance, and cleaning of sewers through the safe and efficient use of jet sewer cleaning equipment.
• Completes routine maintenance and repairs as necessary to obtain maximum use of jet sewer cleaning equipment.
• Maintains, repairs, and operates high-pressure water pumps and vacuum pipe equipment.
• Follows established safety practices and care of equipment procedures.
• Accepts and completes assignments within deadlines and demonstrates a commitment to established customer service standards.
• Responsible for on-call after hours emergencies for sewer chokes, sewer line repairs, investigation of customer complaints, etc. on a rotating basis
• Confers with customers regarding service problems and reports information obtained to supervisor
• Uses flushing truck for hydro excavation
• Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance
• Works with field crews to install/repair the wastewater collections and water distribution system
• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of utility plans, equipment operation manuals, technical reference materials, and applicable operational procedures.
• Skill in operating flushing trucks and related equipment safely and effectively.
• Ability to utilize tablet computers and electronic work order systems to document and process field activities.
• Ability to interpret and follow complex oral and written instructions, procedures, and technical documents.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department personnel and the public while demonstrating professionalism and courtesy.

Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job may qualify

Education, Training, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience operating a flushing truck, preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• A valid Texas Driver's License is required and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain a valid Class I Wastewater Collection Operator License or higher, issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within 18 months of hire.

Special Requirements

The Public Works Department team members are considered essential employees for the community and play a critical role in maintaining and restoring infrastructure services during emergencies. Team members will be required to be reachable and ready to come to work immediately when on-call or when a critical situation arises, such as severe weather events, power outages, or significant equipment malfunctions, to help manage the response and minimize disruption to operations.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk and hear. Manual dexterity to use hands to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and perform repetitive movements of hands or wrists. The ability to tolerate extreme fluctuations in temperature while performing essential functions and be able to lift equipment on a frequent basis, 25-100 lbs. Must be able to work in confined spaces such as trenches and manholes. Specific vision abilities required for this job include the ability to read, write, make observations, and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this class, an employee uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets data, information, and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math and mathematical reasoning; performs highly detailed work; deals with multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with others encountered in the course of work, including frequent contact with customers and/or the public and dissatisfied/abusive individuals.