Pump Operator - Night Shift

City of McKinney•Tx 75069, TX

About The Position

The Pump Operator works under general direction to operate and maintain lift stations and water pumping facilities. The role helps ensure proper wastewater system operation and an adequate supply of quality water for human consumption, fire suppression, and industrial or commercial use. Responsibilities include ensuring pumps, motors, tanks, towers, and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems operate properly. Related work is performed as required. Pump stations operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and employees work 12-hour shifts to provide continuous coverage. The position involves routine and emergency maintenance, monitoring equipment, completing required regulatory reports, maintaining tools and facilities, and coordinating work with other employees and departments.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Five years of training and/or experience in water distribution systems maintenance and operation.
Two years of training and/or experience operating SCADA control systems.
Current TCEQ Class C Water Distribution License.
Current TCEQ Class II Wastewater Collection License.
Must have and maintain a Class C Texas Driver’s License.
Must pass a drug screen and background check.
Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people receiving services.
Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources; work effectively as part of a team; and produce quality work on time.
Ability to use descriptive data and information such as electrical diagrams, pump and motor manuals, state regulations, water and sewer maps, equipment manuals, and City policy manuals.
Ability to review, analyze, evaluate, and assess information using established criteria.
Ability to operate and control equipment, machinery, tools, and materials used in the role.
Ability to perform arithmetic, calculate decimals and percentages, work with fractions, calculate areas, volumes, weights, and measures, and interpret graphs.
Ability to perform coordinated movements involving placement and turning motions using tools and instruments, operate a computer terminal, and drive a truck.
Ability to perform heavy physical work involving climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing 20–50 pounds, with occasional handling of objects up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Interpret, explain, and enforce applicable laws, regulations, and standards for operating and maintaining water pumping and storage facilities and lift stations, and initiate corrective actions when needed.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair pumps, motors, and facilities at pump stations, lift stations, and water towers, including diagnosing electrical problems and performing preventive and emergency maintenance.
Purchase parts as needed.
Prepare, complete, and maintain forms, reports, correspondence, and other documents required by state regulatory agencies, including daily, monthly, and annual water pumping and lift station flow reports.
Review, process, forward, and retain operational records, charts, test reports, inspection forms, drawings, maps, regulations, policies, manuals, and other documentation as appropriate.
Operate utility trucks, computers, office equipment, diagnostic instruments, meters, electrician tools, hand tools, SCADA systems, and other equipment and software needed for essential functions.
Perform preventive maintenance to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools operable, including inspections, refueling, checking and replacing fluids, painting, cleaning, and grounds maintenance.
Clean pump rooms, electrical rooms, lift stations, and shop or work areas; monitor equipment for efficiency and safety; and report faulty equipment.
Communicate and coordinate with the Pumping Supervisor, Lead Pump Operator, Pump Mechanic, employees, departments, and other individuals to coordinate activities, review work status, exchange information, and resolve problems.
Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, read professional publications, maintain professional affiliations, and attend workshops and training as appropriate.
Provide assistance to other employees or departments as needed and comply with City policies, procedures, and assigned work schedules.
Drive to assigned destinations and build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing, and demonstrate flexibility and adaptability during change.
Perform other duties as assigned or directed.