| Title: | Water Reclamation Operator |
| Type: | Public Works - Operations |
| Date Posted: | February 29, 2024 |
| Organization: | City of Kerrville, TX |
| Website: | Click here for more information or to apply |
| Email Contact: | jobs@kerrvilletx.gov |
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Description: |
Water Reclamation Operator 204-F01 Job Summary: Maintain the operations of the water reclamation plant and collection system. Monitor and record daily readings. Perform repairs and maintenance on the various equipment and systems. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. 1. Maintain plant operations by monitoring daily readings, gathering samples, testing for control, skimming filters, checking and replenishing chemicals, and performing preventative maintenance on equipment, and make any necessary repairs. 2. Maintain the collection system by operating the hydro-jet in collection lines, repairing collection lines, installing manhole covers and adding chemicals for grease dispersion and root control. 3. Operate the belt press by running equipment for sludge dewatering, washing press, performing preventative maintenance for belt press and checking return sludge. 4. Maintain lift stations by assisting mechanical operator in general maintenance duties. 5. Maintain collection lines by televising lines for various needed repairs. 6. Perform grounds keeping duties as assigned, to include but not limited to mowing, weed eating, and general yard care. 7. Performs other duties as may be assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Ability to work a flexible work and on-call schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. • Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids: • Hand tools, power saw, drills, hydro-cleaner, tractor, belt press, piping • Ear protection, eye protection, gloves, respirator, safety vest, rubber boots Education Certification and Experience Required: • Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent. • Possession of a valid Texas Commercial Drivers’ License (CDL), or obtain within one year of employment (a one year extension may be granted upon approval from Department Director). • Possession of a valid Class D Wastewater Treatment license, or obtain within one year of employment. • One year experience in a related field preferred. Physical and Environmental Conditions: Duties are generally performed citywide in both outdoor and indoor settings. This is medium to heavy work requiring the exertion of fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally, up to twenty (20) pounds of force frequently, and up to ten (10) pounds of force constantly to move, lift and push objects. Work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, pushing and pulling. This position is subject to outside environmental conditions, including extreme cold, extreme heat, hazards, and atmospheric conditions. Special Requirements: • Operators work weekends, nights, holidays and emergencies at any time as required. They are subject to 24-hour on-call as required, serve on a rotation duty schedule for weekend duty and night call-outs, and are required to respond to emergency call-outs. • Must obtain a Texas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within one year of employment. • Must obtain a Class D Wastewater Treatment license within one year of employment. • Must obtain a Class C Wastewater Treatment license within two years of date of issuance of Class D Wastewater Treatment license. Water Reclamation Operator 204-F01 $19.12 hour Excellent Benefits Open Until Filled Human Resources 701 Main Street Kerrville, TX 78028 Phone 830-258-1505 Fax 830-792-8346 jobs@kerrvilletx.gov https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kerrville The City of Kerrville is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals. A City of Kerrville application is required. Resumes are considered additional information, and accepted with a completed City application. |