Water and Wastewater Operator
City of FulshearWelcome to the career page for the City of Fulshear! We are a dynamic and growing city located in Fort Bend County, Texas, just west of Houston. Our city is committed to providing exceptional services to our residents and maintaining a high quality of life. We are seeking dedicated individuals who share our passion for serving the community and making a positive impact. As an employee of the City of Fulshear, you will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaboraive environment, and to contribute to the overall success of the city.
General Summary
- Under the direction of the Utilities Superintendent, the Water and Wastewater Operator, performs technical, manual, and sometimes clerical work in the operation and maintenance of water and/or wastewater treatment and related equipment for the City. This employee will use independent judgment, being fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit with minimal supervisory responsibility.
Essential Job Functions
Essential Duties And Responsibilities - Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Assists in operation of the treatment facilities and maintenance including taking samples, lab testing, analyzing, and monitoring samples
- Monitors, maintains, and repairs related equipment, wells, electrical panels, gauges, controllers, pumps, etc.
- Coordinates equipment repair or replacement such that plant effluent quality limits are maintained
- Works with Utility Superintendent to oversee the work of others contracted to work on plant components
- Assists in treating wastewater and sewage for reuse
- Repairs valves, scales, control panels and other electrical problems
- Assists in overseeing and implementing the preventive maintenance program for all facilities
- Performs inspections and maintenance of the water and/or wastewater operation systems
- Assists in training field techs and maintenance techs
- Prepares work orders using a software work order system
- Initiates requisitions for tools, materials, equipment, and services
- Performs manual labor such as: mowing, operating small equipment, etc.
- May be required to work rotating shifts, and subject to on-call emergencies
- Regular and consistent attendance for assigned work hours is essential
- Thispositionisconsideredessentialduringanaturalormanmadedisasterand/or a catastrophic event. This position may be required to provide service or perform duties for the benefit of the public and continuity of City operations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of this position
Work requires sufficient physical strength, agility, dexterity, and hand-eye-foot coordination to perform all essential functions. Duties also require frequent sitting, walking, kneeling, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, and bending. Work also requires employee to climb and work from ladders and supports up to heights of 45 feet. Work is performed primarily outdoors and exposes employee to potential hazards such as extreme weather conditions, dust, noise, and exhaust fumes. Employee is also exposed to potential physical hazards when working off ladders and supports, and to potential chemical hazards when handling and applying chemicals. Work requires the frequent use of safety clothing and equipment and compliance with safety rules and procedures.Minimum Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:
Work requires possession of a high school diploma or GED equivalent, and two (2) years of experience in operations and maintenance of water systems and wastewater systems, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and the following:
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
•Knowledge of City policies and procedures
•Understand the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the operation, maintenance, inspection, repair, and installation of wastewater treatment plant components
•Understand the mechanical, biological, and chemical processes involved in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant
•Understand the occupational hazards in wastewater treatment plants and safety measures to be implemented
•Work with raw sewage and chemicals using normal protective equipment
•Recognize equipment and needed repairs and process problems
•Reads water meters and troubleshoots reading issues
•Understand and follow oral and written instructions in the English language and perform calculations using equations and formulas to determine required materials
•Perform, analyze, and interpret laboratory tests for the purpose of making operational adjustments
•Occupational hazards and standard safety practices including confined spaces
•Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
License, Certifications, and Other Requirements:
•Valid State of Texas Driver License
•Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical agility exam criminal background, and MVR check
•TCEQ class “C Surface Water” certificate at time of placement