Operations Technician

General functions of public works include but are not limited to: performing manual labor tasks, operating a variety of motorized and heavy equipment, assisting and maintaining the City's water and wastewater systems in accordance to TCEQ regulations. Applicant is required to be on-call on a rotating schedule and live within a reasonable distance of the City. Compensation based on experience and applicable water, wastewater, and CDL licensing. Essential Job Functions Ability to perform arduous and extensive manual labor. Ability to lift and carry objects that weigh up to 75 pounds. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret reports and documents. Ability to respond effectively both orally and in writing to inquiries or complaints. Ability to effectively articulate information to management. Ability to use independent judgement in achieving assigned objectives. Ability to use basic mathematics. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Note: Reasonable accommodation considerations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. Physical Demands: STANDING/WALKING -On uneven terrain, asphalt, concrete, through water, mud, rocks; to work at sites; SITTING -To drive to and from job sites; LIFTING/CARRYING -Ability to lift up to 75 Pounds. Manhole / storm sewer covers, repair parts, other job related lifting; PUSHING/PULLING -Pull pipe in trenches to align; load and unload the truck (see weights above); push and pull dirt from excavated area to backfill over pipe.; to open and close valves REACHING -To access overhead valves; reach parts on high shelves; lines and fittings on machinery; operate equipment and use tools; to work with nuts, bolts, clamps and other small parts; BENDING/TWISTING -To lay out drainage pipe; load and unload truck; to operate heavy equipment; to operate tools and equipment; to work in manholes, ditches CLIMBING/BALANCING -Into and out of excavated areas; into equipment; ladder use KNEELING/CROUCHING/CRAWLING -To work in excavated areas, water meter boxes, man holes; drainage structures. Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required Must be able to multi-task Ability to earn Class D TCEQ Water/Wastewater Certifications within 1 year Ability to earn Class C TCEQ Water/Wastewater Certifications within 3 years Valid Texas driver’s license Preferred Qualifications: One year of experience in or related to the field of water and sewer utilities Experience or training in operations of heavy equipment Commercial Drivers License Must be Bondable #J-18808-Ljbffr