Water Systems Operator I: Dispatch & SCADA Trainee

City of Garland; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Garland is seeking an Operator in Training to learn how to operate its water pump stations through automated controls and SCADA monitoring. This role supports round-the-clock call center and dispatch operations for water utility issues and serves as the municipal 311 operator after hours.

Begin building credentials with a High School Diploma or GED and pursue required water licenses (Class D, then Class C within 18 months of hire) while gaining hands-on exposure to water distribution

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of related experience in water utilities, dispatch center, or equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain a Class D Water Distribution license within 18 months; Class C license within 18 months from hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain water pressure via SCADA.
• Monitor inflow/outflow, tank levels, and pressure via SCADA.
• Monitor wastewater lift stations operations via SCADA.
• Provide 24/7 water utility operations and dispatch support.
• Provide after-hours non-standby Animal Control dispatching support.
• Provide after-hours non-emergency support for municipal needs.

Skills

Dispatch operations

Water utility operations

Computer literacy

Multi-tasking

Flexible schedule

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA system

Job description

The City of Garland is seeking an Operator in Training to learn how to operate its water pump stations through automated controls and SCADA monitoring. This role supports round-the-clock call center and dispatch operations for water utility issues and serves as the municipal 311 operator after hours.

Begin building credentials with a High School Diploma or GED and pursue required water licenses (Class D, then Class C within 18 months of hire) while gaining hands-on exposure to water distribution