Wastewater Collections Operator

Gulfshoresal; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfshoresal in Kerrville, TX seeks a wastewater collection technician to maintain the city’s wastewater and reclaimed water systems. You will perform repairs, inspections, and routine maintenance across mains, lift stations, and valves, using CCTV and dye testing as needed.

The role requires flexibility for after-hours on-call shifts, physical work outdoors, and effective communication with residents. Training and safety protocols are emphasized to ensure reliable service and regulatory

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with one year of related experience preferred.
• Valid Texas CDL or able to obtain within one year of employment.
• Valid Class 1 Wastewater Collection license or able to obtain within one year.
• Must obtain Class 2 Wastewater Collection license within two years of issuance of Class 1.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs to the wastewater collection system, including lines, manholes, lift stations, and force mains.
• Maintain reuse water distribution system components such as valves and lines.
• Utilize proper tools to perform mechanical and physical repairs.
• Conduct dye and smoke testing to verify service connections and system function.
• Respond to calls during normal hours and on-call duties after hours.
• Complete paperwork related to work orders and communicate with residents.
• Use CCTV televiewing to inspect manholes and lines for repairs or pre-acceptance.
• Operate safety gear and follow regulations; assist with grounds duties as needed.

Skills

Flexible hours

Regular attendance

Basic computer skills

SCADA familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CDL (Texas) or able to obtain within 1 year

Class 1 Wastewater Collection license or able to obtain within 1 year

Class 2 Wastewater Collection license within 2 years

Tools

SCADA software

CCTV equipment

Job description

Job Summary:

Maintains the operations of the wastewater collection system. Performs repairs and maintenance on mains, equipment, and components in the reclaimed water distribution and wastewater collections system.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.

• Perform maintenance and repairs to the wastewater collection system, to include but not limited to collection lines, manholes/covers, lift- stations, and force mains.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to the reuse water distribution system, to include but not limited to valves, lines, and may include pumping sites.
• Utilize proper tools and equipment to perform mechanical and physical repairs to the wastewater collection system and the reuse distribution system.
• Perform chemical dosing to the wastewater collection system for grease dispersion and root control.
• Respond to calls/requests that occur during normal work hours and after hours.
• Complete and submit paperwork related to work orders.
• Communicate with citizens while out in the field, or responding to calls/requests.
• Utilize the CCTV Televising equipment to conduct inspections of wastewater manholes and collection lines for various needed repairs, new construction pre-acceptance, and general inspections.
• Perform dye/smoke testing to ensure that service connections are legal, and system function are normal and within regulations.
• Perform grounds keeping duties as assigned, to include but not limited to mowing, weed eating, trash pickup and general yard maintenance duties.
• Perform grounds keeping duties as assigned, to include but not limited to mowing, weed eating, trash pickup and general yard maintenance duties.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work a flexible work and on-call schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance
• Ability to perform basic computer functions as required by daily responsibilities
• Ability to understand and operate SCADA systems

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:

• Hand tools, power tools, hydro-cleaner, vacuum truck, backhoe, bobcat, excavator, crane truck, sewer televising unit, dump truck, piping, and other related wastewater equipment
• Gas detection equipment, confined space harness and lift, SCBA, hearing protection, eye protection, level A suit, safety boots, gloves, respirator, safety vest, hard hat
• Computer and related software pertaining to administrative and operational data entry

Education Certification and Experience Required:

• Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent with one year of experience in a related field is preferred
• Possession of a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or obtain within one year of employment
• Possession of a valid Class 1 Wastewater Collection license or obtain within one year of employment
• Must obtain a Class 2 Wastewater Collection license within two years of the date of issuance of a Class 1 Wastewater Collection license

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

Duties are generally performed citywide in both outdoor and indoor settings.This is medium to heavy work requiring the exertion of fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally, up to twenty (20) pounds of force frequently, and up to ten (10) pounds of force constantly to move, lift and push objects.Work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, pushing and pulling.This position is subject to outside environmental conditions, including extreme cold, extreme heat, hazards, and atmospheric conditions.

Special Requirements:

• Operators work weekends, nights, holidays and emergencies at any time as required
• Subject to a 24-hour on-call as required, serve on a rotation duty schedule for weekend duty and night call-outs, and are required to respond to emergency call-outs

The City of Kerrville is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals. A City of Kerrville application is required. Resumes are considered additional information, and accepted with a completed City application.