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Water Plant ApprenticeStarting Salary: $ per hourMinimum Qualifications: Required:H.S. Diploma or GED equivalentValid Texas Driver's LicenseTexas Commission on Environmental Quality issued Class D License within 180 DaysTexas Commission on Environmental Quality issued Class C Surface Water License within 1 1-2 yearsPosition Overview:Under basic supervision, performs a combination of basic and semi-skilled work in the operation and maintenance of the Water Treatment Plants (WTP) and related facilities for the Water Utility Services Department.Essential Functions:Assists in the operation and maintenance of WTP facilities and equipment; performs work in accordance with all quality standards, safety regulations and procedures; duties will vary according to job assignment and skill level.Observes and monitors WTP equipment and process control system; cleans, maintains and adjusts equipment and components to meet WTP specifications; collects samples and checks equipment to verify proper operating conditions; maintains records of services performed.Maintains and repairs mechanical equipment and components and performs preventive maintenance as directed; maintains and adjusts equipment to meet job specifications and technical codes; checks equipment to verify proper operating conditions and identify maintenance needs; maintains records of services performed.May be required to respond afterhours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency.Performs other related duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standards.Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.Lives the City of Waco Values.Water Plant Operator IStarting salary: $ per hourMinimum Qualifications: Required:H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent and 1 year of treatment plant operations, mechanical and electrical repair, maintenance, and installation experience.Valid Texas Driver's LicenseClass C Surface Water License from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)Position Overview: Under general supervision, performs a combination of semi-skilled and skilled in the operations, monitoring, and maintenance of water treatment (WTP) facilities and associated systems for the Water Utility Services Department.Employees within this class are distinguished from the Water Plants Apprentice by the performance of the full range of duties assigned, including the ability to operate the plant without supervision. Employees at this level will still receive frequent instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and will be fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.Essential Functions:Assists in the operation and maintenance of WTP facilities and equipment; performs work in accordance with all quality standards, safety regulations and procedures, and maintaining records of services performed; duties will vary according to job assignment and skill level.Observes and monitors WTP operations, equipment, and process control systems; including, but not limited to, cleaning, maintaining, reading, and interpreting plant equipment gauges, dials, graphs, manuals, and other instrumentation; operates and adjusts treatment processes, chemicals, pumps, valves, motors, and other equipment to maintain appropriate plant operations; receive and unload chemical or other deliveries; troubleshoot treatment issues and communicate to supervisors.Maintains and repairs mechanical equipment and components and performs preventive maintenance as directed; maintains and adjusts equipment to meet job specifications and technical codes; checks equipment to verify proper operating conditions and identify maintenance needs; maintains records of services performed.Operate various WTP lab and mechanical equipment including vehicles, heavy equipment, forklifts, lawnmowers, screens, dewatering equipment, hand tools and power tools, filters, mop, buffer, spray painter, grease gun, and various office equipment.Performs shiftwork and may be required to respond after-hours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency.Performs other related duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standards.Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.Lives the City of Waco Values.Water Plant Operator IIStarting Salary: $ per hourMinimum Qualifications: Required:H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent and 3 years of treatment plant operations, mechanical and electrical repair, maintenance, and installation experience.Valid Texas Driver's LicenseClass B Surface Water License from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)Position Overview:Under basic supervision, performs a combination of basic and semi-skilled work in the operation and maintenance of the Water Treatment Plants (WTP) and related facilities for the Water Utility Services Department.Employees within this class are distinguished from the Water Plant Operator I by the performance of the full range of duties assigned, including the ability to operate the plant without supervision and train Apprentice employees. Employees at this level will receive minimal instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and will be fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.Essential Functions:Assists in the operation of WTP facilities and equipment; performs work in accordance with all quality standards, safety regulations and procedures; duties will vary according to job assignment and skill level.Observes and monitors WTP equipment and process control system; cleans, maintains and adjusts equipment and components to meet WTP specifications; collects samples and checks equipment to verify proper operating conditions; maintains records of services performed.Maintains and repairs mechanical equipment and components and performs preventive maintenance as directed; maintains and adjusts equipment to meet job specifications and technical codes; checks equipment to verify proper operating conditions and identify maintenance needs; maintains records of services performed.May be required to respond afterhours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency.Performs other related duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standards.Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.Lives the City of Waco Values.
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waco, TX, 76710, US
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