Water Systems Technician — On-Call & SCADA Maintenance

City of Grand Prairie; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Grand Prairie is seeking a Water Maintenance Technician to perform general maintenance of water production systems and related components. You will help ensure water quality, operate wells, maintain storage tanks, and support SCADA-related tasks alongside city staff and residents.

The role includes on-call pager rotation for emergencies, site security, and various inspections. Candidates should have strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to obtain licenses as required by the

Qualifications

• Four years of high school-level knowledge or equivalent.
• 1–2 years maintaining water storage tanks, lift stations, wells, water quality, or chemical injection stations preferred.
• Safety-focused with ability to plan materials and ensure timely project completion.
• Prepare daily work orders, reports, and manage inventory.
• Valid Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement within 90 days and related water licenses within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform valve maintenance and system checks.
• Monitor fire hydrants and water distribution assets.
• Take water samples and assist SCADA maintenance.
• Replace bearings and seals for pumps.
• Verify SCADA radio and communications equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading & writing

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SCADA familiarity

Job description

City of Grand Prairie is seeking a Water Maintenance Technician to perform general maintenance of water production systems and related components. You will help ensure water quality, operate wells, maintain storage tanks, and support SCADA-related tasks alongside city staff and residents.

The role includes on-call pager rotation for emergencies, site security, and various inspections. Candidates should have strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to obtain licenses as required by the