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Wastewater Operator (Collection) - Town of Little Elm, TX (ID: 348042) |
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Title | Wastewater Operator (Collection) |
Type | Water and Wastewater |
Date Posted | 2020-01-07 |
City / Organization | Town of Little Elm, TX |
Website | Click Here for the Position Listing |
Description | JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for performing skilled to highly skilled duties in the operation and maintenance of the Town’s wastewater collection system. Work includes observation of collection system performance, sample collection, odor control process adjustment, sewer taps, trouble shooting electrical panels, cleaning and preventive maintenance of collection system components. The candidate must be highly motivated and strive for success by demonstrating Little Elm’s Core Values of Integrity, Customer Service, Efficiency, and Innovation.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE High school diploma or equivalent; AND one (1) years of wastewater collection experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES Treatment
LANGUAGE SKILLS 1. Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
SKILLS & Knowledge
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to operate various machines and/or equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Outdoor environment; exposure to conditions of construction and Public Works project sites including loud noises, dust, heavy vehicles and equipment; exposure to inclement weather; exposure to traffic and other hazards while conducting field inspections; exposure to moving vehicles and equipment, slippery surfaces, and other related conditions.
Requirements This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice. Employees will be required to follow any other job related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Monitors Collection System to verify equipment is functioning properly; maintains equipment; switches; pumps; and control panels to verify correct operation of equipment as well as assist in sludge removal / driving Towns roll off truck and records information. 2. Learn, assist with, and perform, preventative maintenance and emergency operations of the wastewater collection line to include but not limited to, identifying system defects and structural failure, and working with cleaning and inspection equipment as necessary. 3. Learn, assist with, and perform, the installation of sewer service connections. 5. Perform maintenance of utility easements and rights of way, as well as, maintenance of vehicles, equipment, tools and facilities. 6. Generate and complete work orders utilizing computerized maintenance system and perform other related duties as assigned. 8. Monitors wastewater odor control equipment and makes necessary facility adjustments and lets the crew-leader know of any defects and system chemical levels. 10. Incumbent will be required to be On-Call during certain periods and respond to work orders and requests after hours and on weekends. 11. Ensures the safe operating conditions and wears proper personal protective equipment required per work site, i.e., traffic hazards, proper equipment and tools operation, erecting required / correct barricades, road and signage.
E.O.E. The Town of Little Elm does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services. |