Water & Wastewater Maintenance Tech II

City of Rowlett; Rowlett (TX); On-site; USD 42,776 - 48,123; Full time

Job summary

City of Rowlett is seeking a Water/Wastewater Maintenance position to perform a range of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks on the City’s water, wastewater, and drainage systems. Under direct supervision, you will repair leaks, check stations, and assist with pumps, motors, controls, and SCADA systems.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year related experience. CDL class A is preferred, and residency within 1 hour of the Public Works Building is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and oral instructions, such as completing work orders.
• Ability to fill out daily reports and checklist for water and wastewater stations.
• Ability to read and understand labels on equipment, chemicals, reports and memos.
• Ability to use math to calculate water usage at stations and hourly readings on water/wastewater stations.
• Ability to interact and get along with other crew members and the general public.
• Ability to follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment in construction, operation, repair, and maintenance of City water, wastewater, and drainage system.
• Repairs leaks in wastewater collection or water distribution systems; may work at depths > 6 feet and ensure trench safety.
• Removes debris, flushes lines, replaces damaged parts, and uses chemicals for cleaning.
• Repairs manholes, city clean-outs, valves; performs taps and digs trenches.
• Assist heavy equipment operator and other departments during emergencies; regular attendance required.
• Check water and wastewater stations; perform preventative maintenance on equipment and tanks.
• Stand, walk on uneven terrain; lift up to 150 pounds; work in various outdoor conditions.

Skills

Following instructions

Reading labels

Math calculation

Safety procedures

Interpersonal

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

City of Rowlett is seeking a Water/Wastewater Maintenance position to perform a range of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks on the City’s water, wastewater, and drainage systems. Under direct supervision, you will repair leaks, check stations, and assist with pumps, motors, controls, and SCADA systems.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year related experience. CDL class A is preferred, and residency within 1 hour of the Public Works Building is required.