Water Utility Operator (Trainee, I, II, III)

City of Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Garland is hiring Water Utility Operators at various levels (Trainee to III) to ensure the integrity of water distribution and wastewater systems. Responsibilities include inspecting, maintaining, and repairing utility infrastructure, as well as operating specialized equipment.

Candidates should possess relevant experience and licenses depending on the operator level. The roles require working in outdoor conditions and physical exertion. Join us to keep our utility systems running smoothly and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Water utility systems maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to operate various types of utility equipment.
• Skill in using tools necessary for installations and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain the City's Water Distribution and Wastewater infrastructure.
• Decide maintenance, repair, and installation needs.
• Perform repairs on various water and wastewater systems.

Skills

Operation of heavy and light equipment

Water Utility installation knowledge

Safety hazards knowledge

Tool usage skills

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D

Job description

Summary

Responsible for inspecting, installing, cleaning, maintaining and repairing the City's Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection system infrastructure.

Pay Range

• Water Utility Operator Trainee: $18.15 - $19.91 per hour
• Water Utility Operator I: $19.91 - $29.88 per hour
• Water Utility Operator II: $21.85 - $32.71 per hour
• Water Utility Operator III: $23.62 - $36.65 per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Make decisions on how to best maintain, repair or install utility items in the Water/Wastewater utility system.
• Operate various types of equipment necessary in the daily repair, installation and maintenance of the Water/Wastewater utility system.
• Perform repairs on water mains, wastewater mains, service lines, service laterals, meters, meter boxes, cleanouts, manholes, valves and fire hydrants.
• Maintain the Water/Wastewater utility system.
• Perform installation of new and replacement substandard utility items.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Skill to operate heavy and light equipment
• Knowledge of Water Utility installation, maintenance, and repair
• Knowledge of safety hazards and safety practices
• Skill to use a variety of tools appropriate for the work assigned

Minimum Qualifications / Licenses and Certifications

Water Utility Operator Trainee

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D)
• No experience required

Water Utility Operator I

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D)
• Up to 2 years of experience
• Water Distribution D license or Wastewater Collections I certification
• Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement (within 9 months)

Water Utility Operator II

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D)
• 2-5 years of experience
• Water Distribution C license or Wastewater Collections II certification
• Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement

Water Utility Operator III

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D)
• 5+ years of experience
• Water Distribution B license or Wastewater Collections III certification
• Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The incumbent works in an outdoor environment and confined spaces; frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. Exposed to physical exertion such as bending, lifting, stooping, reaching, pulling, and pushing. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.