Water Utility Operator I

Town Of Pecos City • Pecos, TX

1d

About The Position

In a team environment or while working independently, perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled technical and maintenance work in the operation, maintenance, and repair of water distribution and sewer collection facilities and systems.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Reports to a Utilities Crew leader, or greater, and is under the general supervision of the Utilities Superintendent.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Regular attendance with the ability to work in an occupied environment, including areas with vehicle traffic. May operate heavy machinery and utilize a truck and a trailer at a job site to load and transport equipment to/from worksite and complete required task. As a member of crew, install, and repair main water and sewer lines. This includes excavating to grade, laying and aligning pipe and using special tapping equipment to install valves, lateral water lines, lateral sewer lines, blowoffs, hydrants, meters and service taps, cleanouts, manholes, and service lines and taps. As necessary, block off work area and re-route traffic with consideration for public safety and convenience. Accomplish hookups and test installations according to established procedures.
Install, overhaul, and repair fire hydrants. This includes: shutting off main line or hydrant foot valve; disassembling and cleaning hydrant subsections; replacing gaskets, seals, and seats and reassembling and testing hydrant for proper operation. Inspect new water lines at construction sites, take samples and chlorination readings. Perform routine inspection, cleaning, and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment. Refer defects or needed repairs to supervisor. Perform work in accordance with all federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations and within mandated and appropriate safety standards.
PERIPHERAL DUTIES
Complete all duties assigned by supervisor, keep job site and work area clean, and must keep tools clean that are used in performing work. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License is required.
• Some knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in water distribution operation activities and procedures and practices.
• Some basic knowledge of OSHA trenching and shoring requirements.
• Judgment and Decision Making - Uses logic and reasoning to analyze, understand, and evaluate job orders and identify potential problems before they arise. Exercises appropriate judgment in establishing priorities. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Assessing the safety of a work site is imperative.
• Critical Thinking - Good critical thinking, problem solving, and mechanical skill is necessary when accessing work orders.
• Coordination of Work - Ability to share a heavy workload to maintain team balance, acquire skills in all equipment and procedures to become a more valuable crew member. Help train and orient new workers.
• Communications - Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other departments, and the public.
• Must obtain a TCEQ "D" Public Water System Operator License within one (2) years of date of hire.
• OR
• Must obtain a TCEQ "D" Wastewater Treatment License within one (1) year of date of hire.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of water and sewer utility experience is preferred.
• Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair main water and sewer lines, including excavating, laying pipe, and using tapping equipment.
• Install valves, lateral water lines, lateral sewer lines, blowoffs, hydrants, meters, service taps, cleanouts, manholes, and service lines and taps.
• Block off work areas and re-route traffic with consideration for public safety.
• Install, overhaul, and repair fire hydrants, including disassembling, cleaning, replacing parts, and testing.
• Inspect new water lines at construction sites and take samples and chlorination readings.
• Perform routine inspection, cleaning, and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Complete duties assigned by supervisor and maintain a clean job site and work area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees