Wastewater Collections Operator

Responsible for the maintenance and construction of sewer lines throughout the city.

• Under general supervision, proficiently operates one or more types of light to medium sized motorized construction/maintenance equipment (i.e. warehouse/interior forklift, bobcat, backhoe, compressor, riding‑compactor, vehicle for running errands, small water truck, dump truck and utility truck) to excavate, move and/or grade material.
• Operates larger motorized equipment as needed.
• Performs various skilled duties using hand and power tools.
• Performs pre‑inspections and post‑inspections of all equipment and trucks before and after use; performs minor maintenance activities and cleaning of equipment, and reports problems to supervisor.
• May set up street barricades and function as a flagger for traffic control.
• Must be able to perform duties in a confined space such as a manhole or trench.
• May confer with customers regarding service problems and reports information obtained to supervisor.
• Maintains on‑call availability for after‑hour emergencies.
• Reads and understands reference books and manuals and current industry operational practices.

• Maintains regular and punctual on‑site attendance.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tank Vehicle endorsement or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Must have or obtain a valid TCEQ Class D Water Distribution License within twelve (12) months of employment.
• Must have or obtain a valid TCEQ Class I Wastewater Collections Operator License within twelve (12) months of employment.

OR

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers.
• Ability to read and understand reference books and complicated procedures such as utility plans and equipment operation manuals.
• Skilled in the operation of backhoe, skid steer loader and dump truck.

• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Possess Unit II Wastewater Collections Certification from TCEQ.

• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tank Vehicle endorsement and a good driving record OR must possess a valid Class C driver’s license with a good driving record and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle endorsement within six (6) months of employment.
• Must possess or obtain a valid TCEQ Class D Water Distribution License within twelve (12) months of employment.
• Must possess and obtain a valid TCEQ Class I Wastewater Collections Operator License within twelve (12) months of employment.
• Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check.
• Must pass a physical examination.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule that could include nights and weekends.
• Must be able to work overtime when requested.
• Good physical condition to be able to perform physical tasks in all kinds of weather.
• Requires lifting up to 100 lbs.

Overall Strength Demands
:
The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.

• Sedentary – lifting no more than 10 pounds.
• Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds.
• Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds; carry up to 25 pounds.
• Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds; carry up to 50 pounds.
• Very Heavy – lifting more than 100 pounds; carry more than 50 pounds.

Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.

Codes for “how often”

Y = Yes
N = No
E = extensive (100–70%)
M = moderate (60–30%)
I = infrequent (20–10%)
A = almost never (