Utility Operator I

The City of Cedar Park

As the third largest city in the Austin metropolitan area, Cedar Park is an integral part of the rapid growth and burgeoning prosperity of Central Texas and Williamson County. Cedar Park is widely known for its excellent schools and a pro-business environment. We are consistently named by multiple outlets one of the top places in the U.S. to raise a family due to our abundance of amenities, relaxed lifestyle, and our commitment to community and effective government. Just 17 miles from downtown Austin and on the edge of the Texas Hill Country, Cedar Park offers the best of both worlds: the energy of an innovative and booming metropolis, yet the best of small community life with parks, nature trails, and comfortable neighborhoods. It all adds up to a great place for families and businesses to call home.

The Position

Makes water and sewer taps for new services; repairs water and sewer leaks, including digging holes and trenches, using backhoes and other equipment, and placing necessary shoring; performs preventive and corrective maintenance on water and sewer lines, including unclogging lines using hydrojets, routers, and hand tools, light and heavy equipment, exercising and/or replacing valves, repairing lift station pumps, entering confined spaces, and testing for low water pressure; performs utility line locates; performs leak site dress-ups by pouring sandy loam over affected area; runs new main feeders and service lines; reads and maintains various flow meters, water interconnects, meters/gauges at lift stations, water booster stations, and other utility appurtenances; maintains grounds at field operations, lift stations, booster stations, plants and other facilities; performs chlorine tests on new lines; operates valve-turning equipment; maintains fire hydrants and air release valves; and performs such other related duties as may be required. May clear brush and trees, remove animal carcasses from city streets, and place barricades at low water crossing during heavy rains; and is subject to the "On-Call" staffing plan as assigned.

Acceptable Experience, Training, Certifications and Licenses

High School Diploma, or its equivalent, plus at least one (1) year of experience in Water or Wastewater utility operations or construction; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License, or the ability to obtain within 90 days, with an acceptable driving record.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of: Basic first aid procedures; safe operating procedures of equipment used. Skill/Ability to: locate water and sewer lines using maps; repair and maintain water and sewer lines and associated valves and pump; operate backhoe, dump truck, pump truck, hydro jet, and various handheld tools, applying safety standards to prevent hazards; understand and follow instructions; make simple mathematical computations; basic computer knowledge and skills, establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers; deal effectively with the public in stressful situations; tolerate outside working conditions, including exposure to adverse weather conditions; maintain appropriate necessary certifications, Texas driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, and acceptable driving record.

Work Conditions

• Physical Demand: This position must be able to be scheduled for on-call rotation to respond to emergencies and after-hour repair needs. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and drag and pull up to 100 lbs. Able to sit for periods of time driving to various sites. Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, squat, or crawl; must also be able to talk, hear, and smell.
• Environmental Demand: Able to tolerate outside working conditions, including exposure to adverse weather conditions. Uniforms provided? Indoor and outdoor conditions. Works in environments where exposure to industrial chemicals is routine; responsible for safely handling, transporting, and operating equipment in accordance with hazardous materials protocols and company safety standards.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The City of Cedar Park complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

The City of Cedar Park strives to provide the best quality of life for its employees, the City provides a number of opportunities for all regular full-time employees to participate in group medical, dental, life insurance and long-term disability programs. Retirement options are provided by the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS). Other programs such as paid vacation time, deferred compensation and educational assistance are also offered.