Utility Technician (Wastewater Operations)
About The Position
Provides effective maintenance and operation of water and wastewater utilities at various Houston Water/Wastewater Operations Maintenance locations. Uses troubleshooting skills to address utility operations and maintenance, and may operate equipment or perform tasks that do not require specialized licenses. The position operates and maintains sampling instruments, performs field analysis of water samples, and collects, preserves, sends, and transports samples to a laboratory for analysis. It also operates valves and flushes hydrants to address water quality issues; prepares and maintains operational, service-call, maintenance, repair, and sampling records using a data tracking system; operates a centrifuge or dryer in the sludge process; performs maintenance tasks at wastewater treatment facilities; isolates water lines by operating valves and reviewing GIS for valve locations; and renews utility services to designated areas. Other duties may be assigned. This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at Tier I. It involves considerable physical exertion, including regular ladder climbing, frequent lifting of objects up to 80 pounds, and maintaining awkward positions for long periods. The work has frequent exposure to extreme temperatures, air and noise pollution, chemical gases, and substances.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or the ability to read, write, add, subtract, and follow oral and/or basic written instructions at a level necessary for successful job performance, supplemented by specialized courses or training in operating equipment or instruments.
- Six months of general maintenance or work experience.
- Valid Texas Driver License and compliance with the City of Houston's driving policy (AP 2-2).
Nice To Haves
- Experience in plant maintenance, lift station maintenance, or the collection system.
- Eligible veteran applicants may receive preference if they meet the stated qualifications and selection conditions.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and operate water and wastewater utilities at various locations.
- Troubleshoot utility operations and maintenance issues.
- Operate equipment or perform tasks that do not require specialized licenses.
- Operate and maintain sampling instruments and perform field analysis of water samples.
- Collect, preserve, send, and transport samples to a laboratory for analysis.
- Operate valves and flush hydrants to address water quality issues.
- Prepare and maintain reports, forms, and records for operations, assignments, service calls, equipment and tool maintenance and repairs, and sampling activity using a data tracking system.
- Operate a centrifuge or dryer in the sludge process.
- Perform maintenance tasks related to wastewater treatment facility operations.
- Isolate water lines by operating valves and reviewing GIS to determine valve locations.
- Renew utility services to designated areas.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
