Water Services Technician (Trainee, Technician, or Senior)

Under the guidance of a certified Water Services Technician or Senior Technician assists in the operating and maintenance of the City’s water and wastewater system in a safe, effective, and efficient manner. Repairs and maintains facilities and equipment. Incumbents in the classification are required to be on-call on a rotating basis are obtaining the required certifications and the qualification review is completed. Incumbents in this classification must meet the qualification to promote to Water Services Technician within three (3) years of employment. Trainee: 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 timeframes. Provides assistance for emergency management, particularly in the areas of response and recovery. Performs other duties as assigned. Technician: 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. Senior: 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 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 to document work performed for repairs. Attends required training to obtain TCEQ Certifications. Performs such other labor duties and assists other departments as may be assigned. Performs all job duties according to all approved safety rules and procedures. Actively participates in monthly safety meetings. 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. Required to provide training and aid for all less experienced staff. Provides quality customer service to city staff, the general public, and all other work contacts. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum qualifications include education, training, and experience guidelines for each level. Physical demands include working outdoors in various weather conditions and exposure to hazards. Hiring range varies by level from $20.24 to $33.98 hourly depending on qualifications.