Water/Wastewater Operator

Gfoat; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat is seeking a skilled worker in the Town of Texas, Wisconsin, to handle maintenance tasks for public facilities. Responsibilities include repair and upkeep of electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems, as well as the management of water and wastewater systems.

The candidate should be able to learn and apply relevant regulations while maintaining effective relationships with both associates and the public.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn and apply necessary rules and regulations.
• Ability to keep accurate records.
• Capacity to establish effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Maintain time and material records.
• Manage operation of water and wastewater systems.
• Oversee general maintenance of distribution and collection systems.

Skills

Knowledge of TCEQ rules and regulations

Record keeping

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Job Summary

Performs skilled work in the maintenance of public facilities; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Chief Operator.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment and systems, prepares equipment and systems for use
• Maintains time and material records
• Obtains quotes/estimates for necessary equipment and supplies under general parameters established by the department and the City prior to requesting requisitions for purchases
• Responsible for normal operation of ground water production, wastewater treatment, collection system, and distribution system
• Responsible for general maintenance of water distribution system and wastewater collection system
• Performs related tasks as requires and assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The ability to learn and apply the practices and procedures of the applicable TCEQ rules and regulations, OSHA and other related rules and regulations; Ability to keep records; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.