D/C Technician Trainee-1

CITY OF GALVESTON•Galveston, TX

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Distribution/Collection Technician Trainee is an entry-level position responsible for assisting in the maintenance and repair of the City’s Water/wastewater system. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: · Assists in the repair and maintenance of water & wastewater mains, service lines, fire hydrants, water meters, valves, manholes and water/wastewater service lines. · Provides assistance to technicians and crew leaders and needed. · Performs manual labor in the repair of water and wastewater lines. · Checks engines, generators, pumps, settling tanks, filters, chemical feed systems, and other equipment. · Monitors and performs housekeeping duties to insure a safe working environment. · Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and public relations. · May train and mentor other new employees. · Participates in various special projects. · Performs other duties as assigned. · Ensures adherence to safety procedures and programs. · May be required to investigate issues related to other divisions as a first responder until the needed division arrives. · Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned. · Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
one year of experience in maintenance and repair operations required.
Ability to obtain a Distribution D License and a Collections I License within 1 year of employment.
A valid Texas Driver’s License is required.
City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
Wastewater treatment principles, methods and practices.
Methods, techniques and equipment used in wastewater treatment.
Local, state and federal laws, codes, regulations and permits affecting wastewater treatment operations.
Recordkeeping and reporting procedures.
Safety rules and regulations.
Business and personal computers, and spreadsheet software applications.
Handling situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment.
Understanding and applying City policies and procedures.
Compiling data; maintaining records and files; and preparing clear and concise reports.
Providing efficient customer service.
Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with all levels within the City.
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Assists in the repair and maintenance of water & wastewater mains, service lines, fire hydrants, water meters, valves, manholes and water/wastewater service lines.
Provides assistance to technicians and crew leaders and needed.
Performs manual labor in the repair of water and wastewater lines.
Checks engines, generators, pumps, settling tanks, filters, chemical feed systems, and other equipment.
Monitors and performs housekeeping duties to insure a safe working environment.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and public relations.
May train and mentor other new employees.
Participates in various special projects.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Ensures adherence to safety procedures and programs.
May be required to investigate issues related to other divisions as a first responder until the needed division arrives.
Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.