Water Services Technician; Trainee, Technician, or Senior

Position: Water Services Technician (Trainee, Technician, or Senior)
* Assists in the operation of the water, wastewater, and irrigation system by starting and stopping system pumps, opening/closing valves and hydrants, adjusting system parameters, and locating and marking underground infrastructure.
* Assists in collecting and analyzing water samples, and performing data collection on system rounds.
* Assists in the repair and maintenance of the water, wastewater, and irrigation system by performing preventive or corrective maintenance on motors, pumps, piping, hydrants, valves, and other components.
* Operates, repairs, and maintains hand tools, power tools, power equipment, heavy equipment, and specialized machinery to maintain and repair the water, wastewater, and irrigation systems.
* Operates complex and sensitive test equipment to troubleshoot and test the water, wastewater, and irrigation systems.
* Performs data entry necessary (paper and computer) to collect system data on rounds, and document work performed for repairs.
* Attends required training to obtain TCEQ Certification.
* Participates in monthly safety meetings and performs all job duties according to all approved safety rules and procedures.
* Reports all accidents, injuries, theft, loss, and broken/damaged equipment/property and reports and corrects all unsafe practices or conditions to immediate supervisor consistent with established time frames.
* Provides assistance for emergency management, particularly in the areas of response and recovery.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
* First aid and CPR procedures and knowledge of safety procedures associated with the construction industry.
* Proper and safe use of chemicals.
* Operates the water, wastewater, and irrigation system by starting and stopping system pumps, opening/closing valves and hydrants, adjusting system parameters, locating and marking underground infrastructure, collecting and analyzing water samples, and performing data collection on system rounds.
* Maintains and repairs the water, wastewater, and irrigation system by performing preventive or corrective maintenance on motors, pumps, piping, hydrants, valves, and other components.
* Operates hand tools, power tools, power equipment, heavy equipment, and specialized machinery to maintain and repair the water, wastewater, and irrigation systems.
* Operates complex and sensitive test equipment to troubleshoot and test the water, wastewater, and irrigation systems.
* Maintains and repairs hand tools, power tools, power equipment, heavy equipment, and specialized machinery.
* Performs data entry necessary (paper and computer) to collect system data on rounds, and document work performed for repairs.
* Attends required training to obtain TCEQ Certification.
* Performs such other labor duties and assists other departments as may be assigned.
* Actively participates in monthly safety meetings. Performs all job duties according to all approved safety rules and procedures.
* Promptly reports all accidents, injuries, theft, loss, and broken/damaged equipment/property to immediate supervisor. Reports or corrects all unsafe practices or conditions to their immediate supervisor.
* Provides quality customer service to city staff, the general public, and all other work contacts.
* Ability to operate heavy machinery including specialized equipment; knowledge of proper use of chemicals; ability to understand written and verbal instruction in English; ability to work safely and effectively with others; ability to report equipment problems. Knowledge of first aid and CPR procedures and knowledge of safety procedures associated with the construction industry.
* Will provide aid and training to less experienced water service staff.
* Reading:
Read and comprehend operation and safety manuals (English); signs, maps, office memos, labels, and blueprints.
* Writing:  Ability to take notes and messages and document work performed, take equipment operational readings.
* Math:  Ability to perform calculations for volume, capacity, and area.
* Reasoning:  Ability to assess problems and make prompt, reliable repairs, and determine safe solutions.
* Advanced Theoretical Knowledge:  None
* Facts and information etc. consistent with the most current Water Services Qualification Manual.
* First aid and CPR procedures and knowledge of safety procedures associated with the construction industry.
* Proper and safe use of chemicals.
* Water and/or wastewater system operational theory as required to maintain TCEQ Certification.
* Operates the water, wastewater, and irrigation system by starting and stopping system pumps, opening/closing valves and hydrants, adjusting system parameters, locating and marking underground infrastructure, and performing data collection on system rounds.
* Maintains and repairs the water, wastewater, and irrigation system by performing preventive or corrective maintenance on motors, pumps, piping, hydrants, valves, and other components.
* Operates, repairs, and maintains hand tools, power tools, power equipment, heavy equipment, and…