About this opportunity
City of Temple lists this Water Operator I opportunity in temple, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Career Opportunity with the City of TempleSummary Assists with operating, monitoring, controlling, testing, and troubleshooting water supply, treatment plant, distribution system and storage facilities. Work under the direct supervision of a licensed operator. Must be available to work flexible hours at 24-hour facility to include weekends and holidays.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesContinues developing the basic knowledge and skills for the essential operations of the water treatment plant and facilities, including both conventional and membrane treatment, in accordance with State and Federal regulationsOperates and monitors treatment process using Supervisory Controller & Data Acquisition (SCADA); adjusts chemicals and treatment equipment in accordance with regulatory permitsPerforms laboratory duties, maintains instruments, monitors quality control, collects samples, conducts analyses, and prepares samples for transportEnters sample analysis into daily log and ensures accuracy of all records/reports on their shiftMeets daily with supervisor and reports performance of the entire systemCompletes the required courses and on-the-job training needed for the 'D' Water License and 'C' Surface Water LicenseAssists with TCEQ inspections, construction and maintenance projectsWorks in confined space and works around hazardous chemicalsOperates heavy equipment for facility maintenance including lift and boom trucksAssists with sludge removal, transferring and disposalPerforms preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, and tanks; cleans and services all areas throughout the plantCalibrates and performs maintenance on mechanical, analytical, instrumentation and telemetry equipmentDevelops the knowledge and ability to solve problems under normal and stressful conditions.Attends TWUA monthly trainingsMaintains certification and completes continuing education training coursesFollows the city policies, procedures and safety guidelines pertaining to the work area and equipmentPerforms other duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsHigh School diploma or equivalentCertificates, Licenses, RegistrationsValid Class "D" Water Licensing from TCEQThank you for your interest in the position. Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Worksite address
temple, TX, 76501, US
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