Lift Station Operator

Department: Public Works Reports To: Public Works Foreman Location: Public Works Service Center- Citywide Travel Status: Non-exempt Pay Classification: B-21 Summary Maintains and controls plant machines and equipment of lift station facilities by performing the following duties. ** This position is safety-sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The statements below describe the general nature and level of work the individual(s) assigned to this position perform. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. The position description is subject to change by the city as the city's needs and requirements change. Controls and maintains electric motors, pumps, and valves to regulate wastewater flow into the wastewater treatment plant system. Repairs and lubricates machines and equipment. Performs daily maintenance at all lift stations. Read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Write correspondence and daily/weekly reports. Carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Manage problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Performs related duties as assigned and required. Rotating on-call schedule. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING (Certification/Licensure) The preferred ways to obtain the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform this position's essential duties and responsibilities are listed below. The city reserves the right to allow substitutions if a candidate or incumbent exceeds requirements in one area but may be deficient in another. Education and/or Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Texas Class "C" Driver's License Must currently have or be able to obtain a ‘Collections II’ license within 2 years of employment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these functions. Frequent Standing and walking Sitting Operation of a motor vehicle Use of digits, hands, and extremities to feel, handle, and manipulate objects Reaching and overhead reaching Bending, stooping, twisting, pushing, and pulling Crouching and kneeling Lifting to 25 lbs. Communication of information and ideas so others can understand. Must be able to share accurate information face-to-face, over the telephone and radio Occasional Crawling Lifting to 50lbs Climbing to heights and maintaining balance. Visual Abilities Requires the ability to see close-up, at a distance, and peripherally.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, outside weather conditions, and moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. ***This position is considered essential and requires a response in an emergency. The City of Angleton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Angleton, City of