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

Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Garland is seeking a Water Utility Operator Trainee/I/II/III to inspect, install, clean and repair the City’s Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection infrastructure. The role involves outdoor work, operating various equipment and performing repairs on mains, service lines, meters, and hydrants.

Training paths lead to Licenses and CDL with Tanker Endorsement. The position reports to the Water Utilities department and requires a high school diploma or GED; specific licenses are earned with

Qualifications

• Basic ability to operate heavy and light equipment.
• Knowledge of water/wastewater system installation, maintenance and repair.
• Awareness of safety hazards and safety practices.
• Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Decide how to maintain, repair or install utility items in the Water/Wastewater system.
• Operate equipment needed for daily repair, installation and maintenance.
• Repair water mains, wastewater mains, meters, boxes, valves, hydrants and related components.
• Install new or replace substandard utility items.

Skills

Operate machinery

Water utility knowledge

Safety practices

Tool usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Water Distribution License or Wastewater Collections certification

Job description

Water Utility Operator (Trainee, I, II, III)### Water Utility Operator (Trainee, I, II, III)Apply: Water Utilities: Posted Yesterday: JR103380## SummaryResponsible 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 include the following. Other duties may be assigned.* 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 EnvironmentThe 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.Have questions or need assistance? Our friendly HR team is here to help! Reach out to us at [e-mail].