City of Killeen
Water/Wastewaster Operator Apprentice
$9.95 Hourly
Water and Sewer Buildings - Killeen, TX
Full-time
411-1
Public Works
Water and Sewer
01/25/2018
Continuous
$9.95 Hourly
Water and Sewer Buildings - Killeen, TX
Full-time
411-1
Public Works
Water and Sewer
01/25/2018
Continuous
Job Description
To perform semi-skilled mechanical maintenance; to operate computer based control system; to complete daily and monthly reports, written and computer generated; under supervision, to monitor and control water pump stations, water storage facilities, water distribution system, sewer lift stations, and wastewater collection system.
Essential Duties
Inspects, maintains, and repairs failures in the water distribution system, and wastewater collection system.
Makes and/or inspects water taps.
Performs line locates of water and wastewater mains and apparatuses under the rules of the Texas One Call Law for contractors, citizens and city departments.
Interprets maps and drawings.
Performs physical inspection; monitors, through computerized systems, the pump stations and chlorination systems, lift stations, and water storage facilities.
Prepares daily and monthly operational reports, written and/or computer generated using Microsoft Software or SCADA system.
Performs or assists in performing chlorinator, pump and motor maintenance and repair.
Maintains facilities including cleaning, painting, and grounds maintenance.
Performs meter installation and repair, disassembling, cleaning, repairing, replacing, and testing of defective or worn water meters including residential, commercial, and fire hydrant meters.
Collects chlorine residual samples.
Inspects physical security safeguards.
Serves on stand-by shifts and may be required to work overtime.
Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City's Personnel Rules and Regulations; possesses and maintains a valid driver's license, if required, and complies with City of Killeen driving policy accordingly.
Performs other duties as assigned.Required Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Graduation from high school or equivalent
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:- Ability to work safely;
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
- Ability to operate computer based equipment;
- Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions;
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public;
- Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions;
- Ability to drive and operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions;
- Ability to operate, inspect, and maintain various hand, power, and hydraulic tools and equipment;
- Ability to identify tasks that require a certified operator and seek guidance appropriately;
- Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Supplemental Information
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must have a valid Texas Driver's by date of hire.
- Class I Wastewater or Class D Water License issued by TCEQ preferred;
- Texas Class B CDL with Tanker Endorsement driver's license within one year of hire;
- Haz-Mat Endorsement to Texas Driver's License preferred.
Various motorized vehicles and equipment including, pickup truck (w/trailer), utility truck, forklift, skid-steer loaders, and mowers.
Various power tools, tamper/compactors, lawn maintenance equipment/tools, cut-off saws, chain saws, jackhammers and tapping machines.
Various common hand tools, shovels, wrenches, safety equipment such as gas detectors, personal retrieval system, blower, chlorine residual test kits, air packs (SCBA), trench shoring and trench boxes, back support belts, two-way radio, telephone and any other tool or equipment inherent to the job.
Computer and duplicating equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
This position is a safety sensitive position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, blood borne pathogens and risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
- Employer
- City of Killeen
- Phone
-
254-501-7831
- Website
- http://www.killeentexas.gov/
- Address
-
718 N. 2nd Street
Suite B
Killeen, Texas, 76541
- Employer
- City of Killeen
- Phone
- 254-501-7831
- Website
- http://www.killeentexas.gov/
- Address
-
718 N. 2nd Street
Suite B
Killeen, Texas, 76541
- Water/Wastewaster Operator Apprentice Supplemental Questionnaire
- * QUESTION 1
- Which best describes your level of education? If you are extended a job offer, you will be required to provide proof of your education before you can begin work.
- * QUESTION 2
- Do you have a valid class "C" or CDL driver's license? (You must have a valid Texas Driver's License by date of hire)
- * QUESTION 3
- Please select the water certifications and licenses you currently have (select all that apply):
- * QUESTION 4
- How many years of direct experience in water distribution, wastewater collections or water/wastewater treatment do you have?
- * QUESTION 5
- Describe your direct experience in water distribution, wastewater collections or water/wastewater treatment.
- * Required Question