Wastewater Operator I/II/III - Lift Station

About the role

The City of Baytown seeks a dedicated Wastewater Operator I/II/III for its Lift Station operations. This position involves maintaining and operating lift stations, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and performing routine inspections and maintenance of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Wastewater Operator I - Lift Station:

  • Conducts detailed routine inspections of wastewater lift stations.
  • Checks all wastewater pumps, monitoring equipment, records readings on gauges and meters, and maintains electrical controls and equipment.
  • Takes readings on numerous meters and gauges and records on daily log sheets.
  • Performs stand by duties.
  • Performs equipment, building, and lawn maintenance including rebuilding of pumps, painting, mowing and trimming lawns.
  • Performs all other related duties as assigned.

• Wastewater Operator II/III - Lift Station:

  • Determines status of wastewater pump stations by checking all wastewater pumps, observing gauges and meters as well as electrical controls and equipment.
  • Takes readings on numerous meters and gauges and records on daily log sheets.
  • Performs stand by duties.
  • Performs equipment, building, and lawn maintenance including rebuilding of pumps, painting of pumps, and building, mowing and trimming lawns.
  • Also includes priming and greasing pumps and motors.
  • Performs various tasks at treatment plants to assist in maintenance or repairs of plant equipment.
  • Performs personnel related duties including training and coaching.
  • Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Wastewater Operator I - Lift Station:

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
  • Class "II" Wastewater Collection Certification from the TCEQ within 18 months of hire date.
  • One year of related experience.

• Wastewater Operator II - Lift Station:

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
  • Class "II" Collection Certification by the TCEQ.
  • Two years of related experience.

• Wastewater Operator III - Lift Station:

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED) plus specialized technical courses.
  • Four years experience in a paraprofessional related role.
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
  • Class "III" Wastewater Collection Certification by the TCEQ.
  • Preferred: Class "B" Wastewater Collection Certification by the TCEQ.

Qualifications

• Wastewater Operator I - Lift Station:

  • Understanding in the operation of lift stations and all pertinent mechanical equipment.
  • Knowledge of mathematics, safety procedures, blueprints, and electricity.
  • Familiarity with EPA and TCEQ regulations, and wastewater collection process.
  • Computer literacy in Word, Excel, Outlook, Power point, and asset management applications.
  • Ability to maintain professional relationships with co-workers and the public.
  • Operate machinery and equipment used in wastewater treatment applications.
  • Understand electricity in the range of 24V to 480V.
  • Fabrication, ability to operate auto-dialer units.
  • Desired knowledge of confined space training, experience operating motorized construction equipment such as crane trucks.
  • Ability to work at moderate heights, wet, and dry wells of lift stations.

• Wastewater Operator II/III - Lift Station:

  • Ability to operate machinery and equipment used in wastewater treatment.
  • Knowledge of work safety with voltage ranging from 24V to 480V.
  • Knowledge to program auto-dialer units.
  • Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.

Skills and Abilities

• Wastewater Operator I - Lift Station:

  • Understanding in the operation of lift stations and all pertinent mechanical equipment.
  • Knowledge of mathematics, safety procedures, blueprints, and electricity.
  • Familiarity with EPA and TCEQ regulations, and wastewater collection process.
  • Computer literacy in Word, Excel, Outlook, Power point, and asset management applications.
  • Ability to maintain professional relationships with co-workers and the public.
  • Operate machinery and equipment used in wastewater treatment applications.
  • Understand electricity in the range of 24V to 480V.
  • Fabrication, ability to operate auto-dialer units.
  • Desired knowledge of confined space training, experience operating motorized construction equipment such as crane trucks.
  • Ability to work at moderate heights, wet, and dry wells of lift stations.

• Wastewater Operator II/III - Lift Station:

  • Ability to operate machinery and equipment used in wastewater treatment.
  • Knowledge of work safety with voltage ranging from 24V to 480V.
  • Knowledge to program auto-dialer units.
  • Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.

Benefits

• Medical:

  • United Healthcare
  • Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
  • Annual Deductible (Network): $750 Indiv./$2,250 Family
  • In-Network Benefit: 80%/20% after plan deductible $50 co-pay (general visit)
  • RX - $10 Generic/$40 Formulary/$75 Non-Formulary
  • Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and Dependent Care expenses
  • FREE virtual visits
  • Dental: Cigna Dental PPO & DHMO
  • Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
  • Preventative & diagnostic covered at 100%
  • Annual Deductible: $50/Indiv. (Cigna PPO) - No annual deductible for Cigna DHMO
  • Vision: Superior Vision
  • Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
  • In-Network exam co-pay $10 & $25 materials co-pay
  • Frames: $140 Allowance - Contact Lenses: $160 Allowance

• Dental:

  • Cigna Dental PPO & DHMO
  • Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
  • Preventative & diagnostic covered at 100%
  • Annual Deductible: $50/Indiv. (Cigna PPO) - No annual deductible for Cigna DHMO

• Vision:

  • Superior Vision
  • Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
  • In-Network exam co-pay $10 & $25 materials co-pay
  • Frames: $140 Allowance - Contact Lenses: $160 Allowance

• Retirement:

  • Texas Municipal Retirement System
  • 7% employee contribution with a 14% employer match
  • 5 year vesting
  • Retirement Eligibility: 20 years of service/any age - or - 5 years of service/at least age 60
  • FREE Life Insurance coverage up to 1X your base annual salary

• Training and Tuition Assistance:

  • HUB Employee Training Center
  • We invest in you by equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to live out our Purpose and Core Values
  • Access to funding up to $1,500 per semester or $3,000 per year for tuition toward courses that are job-related or will enhance your work performance

• Generous Paid Time Off:

  • 10 holidays per year and one personal employee day per year
  • 15 days sick leave per year
  • Starting at 10 days of vacation per year; up to 25 days per year
  • Sick and Vacation hours roll over annually up to the maximum limit
  • 15 days Paid Parental Leave

Application Instructions

To apply, please visit: baytownlife.com.

Additional Information

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

1. High School Diploma/Ged
2. Associates Degree
3. Bachelors Degree
4. Masters Degree or Higher
5. None of the above

Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? (Must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days)

1. Yes
2. No

How much related experience do you have?

1. Less than 1 year
2. 1 - 2 years
3. 2 - 3 years
4. 3 - 4 years
5. 4 - 5 years
6. 5 + years
7. None of the above

Do you possess a Class “II” Wastewater Collection Certification from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)?

1. Yes, I have a Class “II” Wastewater Collection Certification from the TCEQ
2. Yes, I have the ability to obtain a Class “II” Wastewater Collection Certification from the TCEQ within 18 months of being hired in this position
3. No, I do not meet this requirement

Please list any current TCEQ certifications you have. If your certification is in another state, please list it along with the state.