Utility Operator I

City of Cedar Park•Cedar Park, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Cedar Park is seeking a Utility Operator I to perform a variety of tasks related to the maintenance and repair of water and sewer systems. This role involves making water and sewer taps, repairing leaks, performing preventive and corrective maintenance on lines, operating equipment, and maintaining facilities. The position also includes utility line locates, grounds maintenance, and performing chlorine tests. The Utility Operator I is also responsible for operating valve-turning equipment, maintaining fire hydrants and air release valves, and may be involved in clearing brush, removing animal carcasses, and placing barricades during heavy rains. This position is subject to an "On-Call" staffing plan.

Requirements

High School Diploma, or its equivalent.
At least one (1) year of experience in Water or Wastewater utility operations or construction; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License, or the ability to obtain within 90 days, with an acceptable driving record.
Knowledge of basic first aid procedures.
Knowledge of safe operating procedures of equipment used.
Ability to locate water and sewer lines using maps.
Ability to repair and maintain water and sewer lines and associated valves and pumps.
Ability to operate backhoe, dump truck, pump truck, hydro jet, and various handheld tools, applying safety standards to prevent hazards.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Ability to make simple mathematical computations.
Basic computer knowledge and skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
Ability to deal effectively with the public in stressful situations.
Ability to tolerate outside working conditions, including exposure to adverse weather conditions.
Ability to maintain appropriate necessary certifications.
Ability to maintain Texas driver's license applicable to job responsibilities.
Ability to maintain an acceptable driving record.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and drag and pull up to 100 lbs.
Able to sit for periods of time driving to various sites.
Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, squat, or crawl.
Must also be able to talk, hear, and smell.
Responsible for safely handling, transporting, and operating equipment in accordance with hazardous materials protocols and company safety standards.

Responsibilities

Makes water and sewer taps for new services.
Repairs water and sewer leaks, including digging holes and trenches, using backhoes and other equipment, and placing necessary shoring.
Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on water and sewer lines, including unclogging lines using hydrojets, routers, and hand tools, light and heavy equipment, exercising and/or replacing valves, repairing lift station pumps, entering confined spaces, and testing for low water pressure.
Performs utility line locates.
Performs leak site dress-ups by pouring sandy loam over affected area.
Runs new main feeders and service lines.
Reads and maintains various flow meters, water interconnects, meters/gauges at lift stations, water booster stations, and other utility appurtenances.
Maintains grounds at field operations, lift stations, booster stations, plants and other facilities.
Performs chlorine tests on new lines.
Operates valve-turning equipment.
Maintains fire hydrants and air release valves.
Clears brush and trees.
Removes animal carcasses from city streets.
Places barricades at low water crossings during heavy rains.
Is subject to the “On-Call” staffing plan as assigned.