Water Systems Operator I — Field Maintenance & Services

Careers In Government; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

TMRS retirement

Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

The City of San Marcos is seeking an Equipment Operator I to maintain water and wastewater infrastructure and support regulatory compliance. You will operate equipment, install service lines, and help with AMI installations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, Texas certifications, and a CDL with CLP. After-hours standby duties and cross-department collaboration are part of the role. Benefits are provided by the City.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certifications: Class D Water or Class I Wastewater Collection within 2 years; Class II and Class C within 4 years.
• Valid Texas CDL within 1 year; CLP within 90 days.
• Respond within 1 hour for emergencies.
• Valid Texas driver's license with clean record.
• Willing to perform after-hours standby duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Install service lines, meters, and support AMI.
• Valve exercising, main flushing, hydrant maintenance, CCTV inspections.
• Update GIS data using GPS technology.
• Enter data into the work order system for tracking and reporting.
• Operate and maintain departmental vehicles and tools.
• Support other City departments as needed.
• Pursue required licenses and certifications.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Class D Water or Class I Wastewater Collection certification

Class II Wastewater Collection certification

Class C Water Distribution certification

Class A Commercial Driver's License

Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP)

Tools

GPS

GIS

AMI

Job description

The City of San Marcos is seeking an Equipment Operator I to maintain water and wastewater infrastructure and support regulatory compliance. You will operate equipment, install service lines, and help with AMI installations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, Texas certifications, and a CDL with CLP. After-hours standby duties and cross-department collaboration are part of the role. Benefits are provided by the City.