Austin Water Equipment Operator

City of Austin•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Water Equipment Operator Purpose: Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties related to driving and operating equipment, and provides equipment operation support. Performs work that is varied and moderately complex with assignments that are semi-routine in nature. ABOUT AUSTIN WATER: For over 100 years, Austin Water has been committed to providing safe, reliable, high-quality, and affordable water services to our customers. Today, we serve over 1,000,000 people in the Austin metropolitan area, across more than 548 square miles. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, we’re not just keeping up—we’re leading the way with sustainable infrastructure, advanced treatment technology, and environmental innovation. Austin Water consistently ranks among the best in the country when it comes to water quality. We also treat, return, and recycle wastewater in ways that protect environmental resources. Austin Water exceeds federal and state requirements for clean water and environmental compliance at our water and wastewater treatment plants.

Requirements

Knowledge of basic diagnostic techniques and mechanical troubleshooting.
Knowledge of methods and precautions for handling and transporting hazardous materials and chemicals.
Knowledge of State and Federal requirements for operating commercial vehicles and specialized heavy equipment.
Knowledge of City practice, policy, and procedures.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Ability to operate commercial vehicles and specialized heavy equipment.
Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
Ability to read and follow technical guidelines and standard operating procedures.
Ability to read and interpret meters, gauges, and control panels.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience in equipment operations, including one (1) year of experience in specialized utility equipment.
Current Texas Class A Commercial Driver License. May require specific endorsements.
Must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy.
Must be able to perform duties with confidence at sites where climbing heights of up to 50 feet is required on ladders that support weight as designated by work area.
Candidates must be able to work in environments which may have hazardous atmospheres, or in confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the activities of an employee are hindered.
Candidates must be able to qualify for the Utility’s Respiratory Protection Program.
Candidates must be clean shaven to meet the Utility’s Respiratory Protection Program guidelines which requires the use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).
External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.
Employees must comply with the Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing rules as outlined by the City of Austin Alcohol and Drug Policy for Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Experience pulling tractor trailers
Extensive driving experience on City roadways
Ability to operate heavy equipment safely, productively and efficiently
Positions in the Lift Stations Division must be certified for Respiratory Protection and Confined Space Entry within six (6) months of employment.

Responsibilities

Operates a variety of powered equipment, which may include tractor trailers, backhoes, front end loaders, dump trucks, lift trucks, scarabs, trommel screens, water trucks, bobcats, trenchers, vacuum trucks, sludge tank trucks, and cranes.
Operates vehicles/equipment according to Federal/State requirements and City policies/procedures.
Calculates figures, analyzes and interprets data, and prepares reports.
Performs routine preventative maintenance on equipment by checking fluids, lubrication, adjusting belts, conducting pre-trip/post-trip safety inspections, and maintaining reports of maintenance activities.
Recommends changes to methods, operations, sequences, and set procedures for work assigned.