Water Systems Operator I/II

Operator In Training (OIT)This position is an "Operator in Training (OIT)" responsible for learning how to operate the City's water pump stations through automated controls and automated monitoring of City's sewer lift stations. This position monitors the integrity of the Water Distribution System and provides 24-hour/7-day per week/365 day per year call center and dispatch operations for water utility trouble calls. Also, responsible for serving as municipal 311 operator for after hour customer service calls.Operator I: 1 year experience, Class D Water with ability to obtain Class C in 24 months.Operator II: 2-4 years' water experience, Class C Water, Class II Wastewater Collection, 1-2 years' Dispatch experiencePay Range: Depends on qualifications and experienceEssential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Maintain departmental optimum water pressure to all areas of the City at all times via Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systemMonitor water inflow, outflow, tank/tower levels, and pressure throughout the water system, via SCADA.Monitor Wastewater Collection System Lift Station operations data for 24 hour/7day per week/365 day per year operation, via SCADA.Provide 24 hour/7day per week/365 day per year Water Utility operations and dispatching management support activities.Provide after hour non-stand-by Animal Control dispatching and call management support activities for the municipality.Provide 24 hour/7day per week/365 day per year intra-City after hour non-emergency support activities for the municipality.Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)1 year of related experience working in Water utilities, dispatch center, or equivalent Class D Water Distribution license requiredMust be able to obtain a Class C Water Distribution license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within 18 months from hireOr an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.Preferred QualificationsHigh School Diploma plus 6 months advanced study1-3 years related experienceKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesBasic knowledge of general dispatch operationsBasic knowledge of water utility operation systemsSkill in basic computer operations and the ability to learn new systemsSkill in multi-taskingAbility to work a flexible scheduleAbility to provide clear communications and customer service via the phoneLicenses and CertificationsClass D Water Distribution license requiredMust be able to obtain a Class C Water Distribution license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within 18 months from hireValid Class C Texas driver's licensePhysical Requirements / Work EnvironmentThe incumbent works in a typical office environment; relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.