Water & Wastewater Pump Operator – On-Call Impact & Training

City of Santa Fe Springs; Kingsville (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

Retirement

Job summary

The City of Kingsville is seeking a skilled Water/Wastewater Operator to monitor production and sewage disposal, service pumps, and adjust systems as needed. The role includes routine maintenance, data logging, and responding to emergencies to protect public water services.

The position requires at least two years in pumps or related electrical equipment and certification progress toward wastewater credentials within specified timeframes.

Qualifications

• Two years experience with pumps, motors, or electrical equipment or work at a processing plant.
• Must be able to obtain class “D” Level Wastewater Certificate of competency within one year of employment.
• Must obtain class “C” Level Wastewater Certificate of competency within two years from date of hire and maintain it to remain in position.

Responsibilities

• On shift or on call, checks water well and sewage lift station pumps and switches for proper operation.
• Performs routine servicing of equipment.
• Maintains pump building and surrounding grounds.
• Adjusts water pressures and performs repairs as needed.
• Monitors water treatment and checks chlorine cylinders to ensure proper chlorination.
• Takes readings of water consumption and records pumping operations.
• Responds to emergency water leaks and sewer blockages when regular crews are unavailable.
• Trains lower-level personnel in pumping operations.
• Operates City pickup truck between pump sites and on emergency calls.

Skills

Pumps experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

The City of Kingsville is seeking a skilled Water/Wastewater Operator to monitor production and sewage disposal, service pumps, and adjust systems as needed. The role includes routine maintenance, data logging, and responding to emergencies to protect public water services.

The position requires at least two years in pumps or related electrical equipment and certification progress toward wastewater credentials within specified timeframes.