Water Quality Technician

City of Harlingen Waterworks System; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Harlingen Waterworks System is seeking a Water Quality Technician to monitor and maintain water quality throughout the distribution system. You will collect samples, assess field test results, and support regulatory compliance to protect public health.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least two years of related experience, plus a valid Texas Driver's License and Class C Distribution/S Surface Water licenses.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in water distribution operations or a related field.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties of the position may be considered.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.
• Class "C" Water Distribution and Class "C" Surface Water License required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine water quality monitoring and sample collection.
• Evaluate field test results and identify potential water quality concerns.
• Perform water distribution system flushing and maintain accurate records/reports.
• Support compliance with applicable TCEQ, EPA and HWWS water quality standards.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Water Quality Technician performs specialized technical fieldwork to monitor, maintain water age and water quality throughout the water distribution system. The primary responsibility of this position is to help maintain optimal water quality, minimize water age, monitor disinfectant residuals and support compliance with applicable Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and HWWS water quality standards and requirements. Duties include conducting routine water quality monitoring, collecting samples, evaluating field test results, identifying potential water quality concerns, water distribution system flushing, maintaining accurate records/reports and any other corrective actions. The employee works closely with Environmental Compliance, Water Treatment, Water Distribution and other personnel to maintain and enhance drinking water quality, support regulatory compliance and protect public health.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Must Have High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two (2) years of experience in water distribution operations or a related field.

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties of the position may be considered.

LICENSE & CERTIFICATION: Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License

Class "C" Water Distribution and Class "C" Surface Water License required